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The WELL Health-Safety Rating

Behind the Seal

Explore the rating's impact on your health, safety and well-being.

We're glad you're here

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) works with the world's top experts to develop and implement evidence-based strategies that maximize your health and safety.

The word is out about the WELL Health-Safety Rating. Whether you saw the seal at your favorite restaurant, hotel or shopping center, we're excited to give you the details.

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A rating to meet the moment

How it started

The WELL Health-Safety Rating draws on the WELL Building Standard's years of scientific development and the advice of more than 600 experts from our Task Force on COVID-19. It enables buildings and organizations to address the health, safety and well-being of their most valuable asset—you.

How the WELL Heath-Safety Rating impacts you

  • Filtered & breathable air

    Walk into a space knowing the air is regularly tested for quality assurance and that proper airflow and ventilation are in place to fight airborne illnesses like the common cold, influenza and COVID-19.

  • Purified & drinkable water

    Confidently drink the building's water knowing the plumbing system is frequently monitored and tested for potential bacteria growth, mold and moisture.

  • Reduced surface spread & hand hygiene

    Rest assured that cleaning and hand-washing protocols are in place to reduce the spread of disease from respiratory particles and high-touch surfaces.

  • Access to health services & resources

    Employees can feel confident knowing their company puts their health first through mental health recovery, sick leave, flu vaccines and a smoke-free environment.

  • Emergency prevention & preparedness

    Plans and protocols help to safeguard building users and prepare them for disruptive circumstances.

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Don't just take our word for it

What is third-party verification?

Everywhere you see the seal, you can rest assured that health and safety protocols have been third-party verified and validated.

This means every WELL Health-Safety Rated space has earned a stamp of approval from a third-party service provider, making it easy for you to quickly identify quality and authenticity.

WELL, the fact is...

People spend approximately 90% of their time in enclosed spaces

Stay informed about what matters

When you see the WELL Health-Safety seal at your favorite location, feel confident that it's putting your health first. Just scan the QR code on the seal and gain valuable insight into that location's specific health and safety efforts.

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WELL, the fact is...

Research suggests that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can remain airborne for up to three hours and on some surfaces for up to 72 hours

Industries in action

Some of the economy's largest sectors, including many impacted by COVID-19, are eager to serve you again. Businesses—from sports & entertainment, hotels & resorts, education, retail & offices, to industrial multi-family and more—are using the WELL Health-Safety Rating to prove their commitment to health and safety.

  • Sports & Entertainment

    Craving a return to the excitement, competition and sense of wonder our entertainers and athletes give us?

    Local sports and community venues, college leagues and professional sports and entertainment organizations are leading the way with the WELL Health-Safety Rating, inspiring confidence for everyone at every level.

  • Hospitality

    As you return to your favorite places, you trust hotels to be your home away from home and put your health and safety first.

    With the help of the WELL Health-Safety Rating, hotels ensure cleaning protocols and maintenance procedures are properly implemented so that you can stay with confidence.

  • Hospitality

    As you return to your favorite places, you trust hotels to be your home away from home and put your health and safety first.

    With the help of the WELL Health-Safety Rating, hotels ensure cleaning protocols and maintenance procedures are properly implemented so that you can stay with confidence.

  • Sports & Entertainment

    Craving a return to the excitement, competition and sense of wonder our entertainers and athletes give us?

    Local sports and community venues, college leagues and professional sports and entertainment organizations are leading the way with the WELL Health-Safety Rating, inspiring confidence for everyone at every level.

  • Hospitality

    As you return to your favorite places, you trust hotels to be your home away from home and put your health and safety first.

    With the help of the WELL Health-Safety Rating, hotels ensure cleaning protocols and maintenance procedures are properly implemented so that you can stay with confidence.

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Education & Resources

The learning doesn't stop here

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When you spot it, you can feel confident knowing the space you’re entering is putting your health and safety first.

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WELL is open source

This means you can access free and readily available health information, resources and tools – right at your fingertips. Learn more about our mission, values and the ways in which we are give back to our communities.
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