Dear Members
Perth Training resumes Wednesday 4th November 2020 at Kinnoull Juniors, 7pm.
Please contact your COVID Co-ordinator before attending by email only - neilw1973@gmail.com
COVID-19 Co-ordinator
· Neil Watters
COVID-19 Officers
· Steve Pullar
· Kevin Graham
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Angus & Perthshire RA will strictly adhere to the Scottish Government and SFA Guidelines at all times. Only referees from Tier 2 areas may attend. Attendance can only be accepted if confirmation has been received from Neil Watters.
DO NOT attend if you have any COVID-19 symptoms however mild (new persistent cough, high temperature or loss/change in sense of taste or smell).
Do NOT attend if member of your same household has symptoms or is self-isolating.
DO NOT attend if not actively training – spectators are not encouraged.
Members from high risk groups should self-assess whether they should attend training. If uncertain, consult your doctor for advice.
ONLY attend after contacting the Covid-19 Co-ordinator and receiving approval to attend. No longer able just to turn up and expect to join the training session.
When allowed to attend training, be punctual arriving no earlier than 5-10 minutes before commencement of session. Late arrivals may not be permitted to join the training.
When allocated to a group for training, please remain in the same group in attempt to limit any spread of the virus and to simplify any future Test and Protect requirements.
If you feel unwell at any time at training, immediately advise a COVID-19 officer and go directly home immediately and visit NHS Self Help Guide website requesting a test if appropriate.
Adopt F.A.C.T.S. – face coverings, avoid crowded spaces, clean hands regularly, 2 metres physical distancing applied and self-isolate if you have symptoms.
If you are unable to attend training, please notify Gerry or myself of the reason (eg. illness, work, family commitments, studies, on game etc.) prior to the session as the Scottish FA continue to require an attendance record to be maintained.
BEFORE TRAINING PROCEDURES
Contact appropriate COVID-19 Co-ordinator to confirm that you are intending to train. Only attend, when in receipt of approval.
Self-check – if you have symptoms DO NOT attend.
Only members from the same household are permitted to travel together. If using public transport, face coverings must be used.
Be prepared to train without use of changing facilities – turn up ready to train. Don’t bring kit bags. Bring your OWN water bottle, face coverings, tissues, and hand sanitiser (no sharing permitted).
ARRIVAL AT TRAINING
Park car (if possible, sensibly apart from other users) and adhere to guidelines – use a face covering and maintain 2 metre physical distancing. No handshakes, hugs, high fives etc.
Adhere to any one-way system in operation.
Check in with Covid-19 Officer and sign attendance record.
Once allocated to a training group, remain in the same group throughout the session.
Use hand sanitiser.
DURING TRAINING
Only when on the training surface – physical distancing requirements are suspended, and removal of face covering is permitted.
Follow Trainers instructions at all times.
Avoid spitting, cleaning nose, touching eyes/nose/mouth. Apply coughing and sneezing etiquette (using tissue or crook of arm).
Do not share water bottles. Do not mix with other training bubbles.
There will be no physiotherapist service available.
AFTER TRAINING
Leave training surface when instructed and resume 2 metre physical distancing and use face covering. Leave venue promptly.
No changing facilities are available. Toilet facilities will be open and compliance with the venues’ guidelines will be required.
Use hand sanitiser and sanitise equipment, as necessary.
Any significant breaches to the above protocols, could lead to a variety of measures being taken including an individual Member being suspended from training to the entire training area from being prevented from continuing in the present format.
Every Member has a responsibility to ensure compliance with the guidelines is strictly adhered to.
Given the unprecedented circumstances, guidelines from Government and the Scottish FA are likely to change. As a result, the above procedures may vary. Your health and safety are paramount, and no risks will be taken to compromise this. Your patience and understanding are appreciated as we endeavour to resume training for the benefit of all members.
Any questions / queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards
Neil Watters - Association Manager
Scottish FA Referees - Angus & Perthshire