COVID-19
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The United States Ice Rink Association continues to monitor the rapidly changing situation related to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). We understand that concerns for health, safety, and conducting normal business operations, among other issues, are affecting our members. The sections below have several resources that will help you navigate the issues surrounding this pandemic.
The safety of customers, employees and co-workers needs to be a top priority at your ice rink.
If you have questions or need help please contact us at 719-538-1149 or email us
Check back often - we'll be updating this page as new resources become available.
U.S. Ice Rink Association: E-mails, Bulletins & Webinars
- November 18th - Webinar Recording: "Minimizing Operating Costs When Required to Pause Operations
- October 24th - Reducing Expenses while Operations are Paused
- October 12th - REVISED - 'Returning to the Rinks' - Re-Opening Recommendations
- June 15th - Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act
- May 14th - Webinar Recording: "Returning to the Rinks' - An In Depth look at USA Hockey"
- May 5th - 'Returning to the Rinks' - Re-Opening Recommendations
- May 1st - CDC Re-Opening Guidance for Cleaning & Disinfecting - Industry Bulletin
- April 30th - Webinar Recording: "Re-Opening Your Rink - A Checklist"
- April 29th - CDC Guidance for Building Water Systems
- April 23rd - Webinar Recording: "Opening Up America Again"
- April 17th - Opening Up America Again - Industry Bulletin
- April 17th - Joint Letter to Ice Industry Professionals
- April 4th - Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses, ICs and Self-Employed
- April 2nd - Families First Coronavirus Response Act - Industry Bulletin
- March 30th - Potential Benefits of the CARES Act for the U.S. Ice Rink Industry
- March 24th - U.S. Ice Rink Member E-Newsletter
- March 19th - U.S. Small Business Administration - Disaster Assistance Loans
- March 18th - U.S. Ice Rink Member E-Newsletter
- March 11th - COVID-19 - Industry Bulletin
Additional Resources for Employers & Employees
Ice Rink Operation Resources
- "Returning to the Rinks" - Re-Opening Recommendations for Ice Rinks - REVISED 10/12/20
- Illuminating Engineering Society - Germicidal Ultraviolet (GUV) FAQs
- Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-COV-2 - EPA
- Keeping Your Employees Safe from Bodily Fluids
- Facility Cleaning & Disinfecting
- Locker Room Cleaning & Sanitizing
- How to Get Your Boards and Glass Squeaky Clean
- Spring Cleaning
- Summer (a little early) To Do List
- Yearly Maintenance
- Time For Ice Out!
- Ice Removal - Sand Floor
- Ice Installation - Sand Floor
- Ice Paint Disposal
- Refrigeration System Startup
- Refrigeration System Maintenance
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
- Coronavirus Emergency Loans - Small Business Guide and Checklist - U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- Eye on Washington - Legislative Update - ADP
- The Small Business Owner's Guide to the CARES Act - U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship
- Paycheck Protection Program
- Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
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