MEMBER RESOURCE

All members and visiting artists must complete the following forms.

CCP: Member Handbook Addendum I: Working During the COVID-19 Crisis (updated August 2021)

This addition to the Members’ Handbook outlines all COVID-19 policies that are required at CCP. All artists wishing to work in our studios must read and agree to uphold the policies listed in this document. This includes our membership artists, workshop participants, and those coming in to work with a staff printer.

CCP COVID-19 Liability Waiver

Signing this form indicates that you have read the CCP Member Handbook Addendum I: Working During the COVID-19 Crisis, and that you understand the risks associated with working in a community studio during a global pandemic. Signing this also means you agree to uphold all policies listed in the Addendum, and release CCP of any liability associated with COVID-19.

AIR COVID-19 Guidelines

A guide specifically for our Artist in Residence recipients staying in our Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage.

SAFETY & PROTOCOLS

• Each new and returning member coming to CCP to work for the first time since the COVID-19 spread began will need to reserve extra time for a one-on-one overview of our spaces and the disinfection processes with CCP’s Studio Manager, Liz Bannish.
• Everyone must arrive and leave through the front door only.
• There is a mandatory sign-in/sign-out sheet at the front door. Everyone must sign in and sign out every day they work at CCP.
• All artists coming to work, as well as visitors, will have their temperature taken by a staff member when they arrive.
• ONLY staff are required to wear a mask at all times, visitors are encouraged to do so but not required.
• Please observe social distancing at all times and remain 6 feet apart from others whenever possible.
• Please wash your hands regularly according to the posted directions.
• The kitchen can be used to store and prepare food only. Please have lunch outside, in your vehicle, or off-campus.
• Because we can only open to 75% capacity, the studios will be assigned such that one person can work downstairs in the etching room, one person in the papermaking room, and two people can work upstairs. The cottage may be reserved as well.

CARRYALL DISINFECTING KITS

A carry-all of supplies and cleaning/disinfecting products will be issued to each member for the day. Members will be responsible for cleaning up after themselves, putting away supplies, and disinfecting their individual work areas at the end of the day.

What disinfectants are we using?

We have introduced new chemicals in our building to be specifically used to combat any traces of COVID-19.

• Hydrogen Peroxide 3% (Santa Cruz Animal Health brand) is a varied and useful chemical. It is viewed as an environmentally safe alternative to chlorine-based bleaches and can be safely used for the disinfection of various surfaces. Hydrogen peroxide is generally regarded as active against a variety of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, spores, and yeast. With strong oxidizing properties, hydrogen peroxide is effective at destroying viruses and germs by attacking cell membranes, DNA, and other essential cell components.
  Caution! Damaging to the eyes. May stain clothing in higher concentrations. Hydrogen peroxide is being used in all studios and working spaces. It is to be used by staff and members alike.
• Madacide-FD is an alcohol-based, broad-spectrum activity disinfectant used in hospitals, clinics, tattoo shops, and others. It has demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) on hard, nonporous surfaces. Therefore, according to the CDC, MadaCide-FD can be used against COVID-19 when used in accordance with the directions for use against Rhinovirus [Type 14] on hard, non-porous surfaces.
  Caution! Produces flammable vapors. Only to be used in a well-ventilated area. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. It should not be inhaled. Madcide-FD is used in our bathrooms and kitchen, and by trained staff members only.

STAFF RESOURCES

• CCP: Staff Handbook Addendum (updated May 2021)
  This addition to the Members’ Handbook outlines all that is required when working in the studios at CCP. All members must read and agree to uphold the policies therein before coming back to work in the studios.
• CCP COVID-19 Policy Comprehension Contract
  Indicates that you have read Addendum I and that you agree to uphold all policies therein to help keep everyone safe during the crisis.
• CCP COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire
  A health check questionnaire to be filled out by everyone coming to work at CCP

GALLERY

The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 12 PM until 5 PM. All visitors must sign in at the front desk and masks are optional when visiting the gallery. Click here to view our current exhibition.  For questions please call (203) 899-7999 or email info@contemprints.org.

SUPPORT CCP

Among many of the challenges, we have faced has been the finances for CCP while we’ve been on pause. We were able to secure a PPP loan and have recently been informed that we have been approved to receive an NEA grant, but these only go so far. In order to make the accommodations to do more activities online and then to fulfill the requirements to open, CCP has had to update existing and invest in new technology resources, purchase materials and supplies to build out and make safer some of the spaces in the facility, cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and sanitizer have been (miraculously in some cases) purchased and allocated around the building. These have come at considerable expense. We want to return to more normal operations and will do what is required, but in order to make that happen, we really do need help. If you are able and interested to contribute to CCP’s general fund, we would greatly appreciate it.