The policies and procedures on this site reflect current guidelines. All information is subject to change prior to the start of the fall semester.
Updated: May 17, 2021
Health & Safety
Everyone who comes to campus must adhere to the outlined protocols to minimize risks and protect the LSU community. We appreciate your cooperation in placing safety at the forefront of your priorities.
COVID-19 Safety Protocols
- Masks are still required in all indoor locations on campus. Wear masks properly over nose and mouth.
- Please continue to maintain 6 feet of physical distance whenever possible.
- Cover all coughs and sneezes.
- Wash hands thoroughly and often or use hand sanitizer.
Sanitation & Cleaning
Intensified cleaning has been implemented on campus according to CDC guidance, and cleaning protocols are being updated as new information is released by the CDC and others.
Building services custodial staff received updated training on the proper disinfecting training techniques required for this enhanced cleaning. The custodial staff will be conducting normal routine cleaning of bathrooms, hallways, offices, common areas, classrooms, teaching areas, break rooms, and conference rooms.
In addition, the custodial staff will clean frequently touched surfaces on a daily basis. The minimum frequency of cleaning for high touch areas include:
- Twice daily for elevators, stairways, and restrooms
- Once daily for doorknobs, light switches, and break rooms
At minimum, classrooms will be cleaned once a day, including doorknobs, light switches, chairs, and desks, as well as other hard surfaces.
Antibody Testing
Locations and hours for testing are as follows.
Baton Rouge General Express Care locations:
- Baton Rouge – 4410 Highland Road
open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily - Dutchtown – 13201 Hwy. 73, Suite 102
open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Sign up for either location by visiting: brgeneral.org/express-care/#checkin
Patient Plus locations:
- Bocage – 7353 Jefferson Hwy.
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. - Southdowns – 4460 Perkins Road
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. - MidCity – 2840 Florida Blvd.
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. - Delmont – 5420 Plank Road
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. - Prairieville – 17513 Old Jefferson Hwy.
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. - Broadmoor -- 9688 Florida Blvd.
open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sign up for any of the above locations by visiting: patientplusuc.com/checkin
Downloads
Additional Resources
- Baton Rouge - COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) Information
- Louisiana Department of Health
- Centers for Disease Control
- Department of State - Travel Advisories
- Unemployment Insurance related to COVID-19
- The LSU Ethics Institute is providing information from the Louisiana Department of Health on Louisiana Crisis Standards of Care. For more information, visit the Ethics Resources page.
- COVID-19: Cleaning & Disinfecting Guidelines for Computer Equipment