COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

1. All venues will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected as per the approved COVID-19 protocols.
2. The doors to the venue will be opened 30 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony.
3. The wearing of a mask is compulsory for the full duration of the ceremony, including when you cross the stage.
4. No guest or graduands will be allowed to enter the venue without a mask.
5. All graduands and guests will be required to complete the Higher Health Check and produce a copy of the outcome at the door. Please take a screenshot of your screening status outcome and have it ready upon arrival at the venue. The application can be accessed via the following options:
   • Higher Health Check tool: https://healthcheck.higherhealth.ac.za
   • WhatsApp: 0600 11 0000
   • Dialling: *134*832*2#
6. To enter the venue, a green/ low-risk status is required. Graduands and guests with any other status will not be allowed to enter the venue.
7. You are requested to keep a safe physical distance at all times.
8. We respectfully request guests to leave the venue as quickly as possible after the event in order for the venue to be cleaned and sanitised before the next ceremony.