Argonne is a multidisciplinary science and engineering research center, where talented scientists and engineers work together to answer the biggest questions facing humanity, from how to obtain affordable clean energy to protecting ourselves and our environment.
Tour the Lab
learn moreBefore You Arrive
- Register for your Visitor Gate Pass and review our Site Entry Requirements.
- If you are visiting one of our User facilities, review the User Facility Badge Requirements.
- Note that you will need identification to enter the Lab.
When You Arrive
Health and Safety Protocols for Visitors
Argonne is committed to helping protect the health and safety of those who visit our site. All individuals must follow all safety protocols posted by the Lab. Cancel or postpone your visit if you are ill.
While You Are Here
Gate Pass and Badge Identification
While on Laboratory property, all individuals are required to wear their Gate Pass conspicuously, photo side out, in a location above the waist and on the front of the body.
Attire
When inviting visitors into laboratory spaces, Argonne strives to keep everyone safe by enforcing attire guidelines. Bare legs are prohibited, closed-toe, flat or block-heel shoes are required, and shirts must cover the back and shoulders (minimum ¼ length sleeves). In some labs, visitors must wear safety glasses provided by the laboratory (or bring their own). Attire guidelines do not apply to visits to be conducted only in office space. Please check with your host to determine specific guidelines based on the space/s you plan to visit.
Prohibited Articles
All individuals entering Laboratory property are subject to search. Signs posted at all Laboratory entrances delineate prohibited articles that cannot be introduced to the site (e.g., firearms, dangerous weapons, destructive devices, explosives/incendiary devices, radioactive sources, open containers of alcoholic beverages, drugs, and pets or other animals).
Code of Conduct
Argonne’s Code of Conduct sets expectations for everyone in the Argonne community, please review Argonne’s Code of Conduct before your visit.
Rules of the Road
All individuals operating a motor vehicle onsite must adhere to all Illinois Rules of the Road. Helmets are required for all motorcycle and bicycle traffic.
Sheltering and Evacuation
Click on the image and read about the emergency protective actions you may be instructed to implement while visiting Argonne National Laboratory. In the event of an emergency, protective actions may be communicated by the site PA (public address) system or the site outdoor warning sirens. Additionally, employees may be notified through the Argonne Notification System (Everbridge) by telephone, text, and email.
