VUMC's masking guidance simplified
Masking is required in all areas of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, including all clinical, non-clinical, research and public areas. Examples of areas where masks are required include common public areas such as cafeterias and food courts, break rooms, research labs, conference rooms, bathrooms, elevators and waiting rooms.
Masks may be removed ONLY if a person is sitting in their assigned workspace AND can maintain at least 6 feet of distance from all others. Examples of areas where masks can be removed are offices, cubicles, lab benches and desks.