No. Effective August 9, the Safer Badgers app will sunset and the Badger Badge will no longer be in use.
Building access
Do visitors or guests have access to spaces or events that require a green Badger Badge to enter or participate?
Visitors and guests, who are unable to use the Safer Badgers app, cannot access spaces or events that require a green/building access granted Badger Badge to enter or participate. If you plan to welcome guests …
When can I return to on-site work after a positive test?
Most people will need to isolate for 10 days, though some will need to isolate longer. Unless you have received different instructions from a medical provider or public health official, you can return to work …
When can I return to on-site work after quarantine/exposure?
Most employees will be able to return to work within 11 to 14 days of exposure. You may return to work provided you do not test positive or develop symptoms of COVID-19. Your Badger Badge …
Do I need a green Badger Badge to enter buildings or go to events?
Access to campus buildings and facilities is no longer limited to those with green/building access granted Badger Badges, unless required by those overseeing a specific space, event, or other in-person activity.
How do I get the Safer Badgers app?
The Apple and Android versions of the app are available at saferbadgers.wisc.edu.
Who do I contact for technical support with the Safer Badgers app?
Please contact the DoIT Help Desk.
Will uniformed visitors (such as U.S. Postal workers and FedEx employees) and emergency responders be allowed access to spaces or events that require a green Badger Badge to enter or participate?
Uniformed visitors can be given access via an alternate entry point or be escorted into the area if the event manager or unit head (or designee) ensures they are following current campus public health protocols. …
When can I return to on-site work after COVID-19 symptoms but negative test?
Refer to this campus workplace safety policy. You should not be on campus with symptoms of COVID-19 except to get a COVID-19 test. If you test negative for COVID-19, you may follow standard illness protocols …
Does my Badger Badge need to indicate “building access granted” in order for me to seek medical care at UHS?
No. You do not need a green Badger Badge screen to seek medical care at University Health Services.