COVID – 19 EASING of Restrictions – 22nd June 2020
 

Dear Members

In summary:

• from 22 June 2020 – racing for participants over 18 yrs old can resume provided 1.5m social distancing is maintained. (Hiking/sitting shoulder to shoulder on the rail/ in the cockpit is NOT acceptable).
• from 13 July 2020, Adults over 18 years old may resume training without adhering to the 1.5m social distancing requirements (subject to Vic Gov confirmation)
• from 20 July 2020 –  racing for participants over 18 yrs old can resume without adhering to the 1.5m Social Distancing requirement (subject to Vic Gov confirmation)

In Full:

Here is the latest from Australian Sailing:

Sailing Specific Summary:

The key changes for sailing in Victoria as of the 22nd of June are:

• For adults, indoor and outdoor sport and exercise activities are allowed if participants can keep 1.5 metres between them.
• Organised non-contact competitions are allowed for all age groups if participants can keep 1.5 metres between them. Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably necessary to conduct the training or competition (e.g. umpires, coaches)
• For people aged 18 years and under, full-contact training and competition may resume. Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably necessary to conduct the training or competition (e.g. umpires, coaches)
• Spectators for training and competitions must abide by gathering restrictions – spectators should be in groups of no more than 20 and spread out around the ground or venue.
• Change rooms and showers can open, and clubrooms at sport venues can have up to 20 people per indoor space if the 4m2 rule can be adhered to. This applies to all participants whether they are under or over 18 years old.
• Use of shared sporting equipment should be minimised and there should be no sharing of equipment that touches the face or head (e.g. helmets, goggles or masks).

Australian Sailing’s interpretation of these new restrictions is that from 11.59pm on 21 June:

• Club organised racing and training for sailors 18 years old or under can resume with no limit on the number of participants (this includes double handed dinghies). Coaches and officials over 18 years old must adhere to the 1.5m distancing requirements. Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably necessary to conduct the training or competition (e.g. umpires, coaches)

• Organised club racing and training for Adults 18 years and older can resume if 1.5m social distancing can be adhered to (Hiking/sitting shoulder to shoulder on the rail/ in the cockpit is NOT acceptable). Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably necessary to conduct the training or competition (e.g. umpires, coaches)

• You can go sailing recreationally in a keel boat as long as you keep the 1.5m distancing if your crew does not live with you

• Rigging space and marina / dock separation should be maintained while ashore

• Sign on/off recommended to be done electronically via phone, VHF or online

• Change rooms and showers can open with a maximum of 20 people per indoor space if the 4m2 rule can be adhered to. This applies to all participants whether they are under or over 18 years old.

• Participants are encouraged to get the flu shot

• Participants are encouraged to download the COVIDsafe app

• Participants regularly reminded not to take part if unwell

• Participants who suddenly feel unwell to be sent home and to follow govt Health Guidelines

• Clubs are encouraged to maintain a register of people entering the premises to allow contact tracing

• Clubs are encouraged to maintain a register of participants/ competitors to allow contact tracing

• Cleaning of all equipment to take place before and after activity including participants own equipment and boats

From 11.59pm on 12 July (dependant on government confirmation):

•  Adults over 18 years old may resume training without adhering to the 1.5m social distancing requirements. Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably required to conduct the training (i.e race officials, coaches etc)

From 11.59pm 19 July (dependant on government confirmation):

• Adults over 18 years old may resume racing without adhering to the 1.5m social distancing requirements. Gathering limits will not apply to participants and those reasonably required to conduct the training or competition (i.e race officials, coaches etc)

Just as soon as we are informed by AS that confirmation has been give regarding the 1.5m rule for after 20 July, or any other changes, we will inform members.

Stay safe!

John Hall
Commodore