Walt Disney World to phase out temperature checks in coming days Published Theme parks to drop temperature checks Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort on Wednesday announced that they will be discontinuing temperature checks for employees and guests. LAKE MARY, Fla. - Walt Disney World Resort on Wednesday announced that it will phase out onsite temperature screenings for employees beginning May 8 and for guests on May 16. Disney said it is making adjustments with the support of local health and government officials as guidance from health experts continues to evolve. "Since reopening, we have considered guidance from public health authorities, government agencies, and our own team of health and safety experts as we assess and update health and safety measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19," Disney posted on its website. "We will continue to follow the guidance of health and safety leaders going forward and most importantly encourage people to get vaccinated."