NSWCIS - COVID SAFE GUIDELINES
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NSWCIS - COVID SAFE GUIDELINES
INTRODUCTION NSWCIS SPORT
NSW Combined Independent Schools Sports Council has developed the following guidelines to
Hygiene Protocols
ensure that our School Sport Representative Pathway is a COVID safe environment for all of
our Student Athletes, Coaches & Managers, Officials and Spectators.
INTRODUCTION
These guidelines are based on the best available evidence and advice to optimise participant
and community safety and will be used in conjunction with the directives and guidelines of STAY AT HOME
the Federal and State Government. We have also sought advice from the Association of IF YOU ARE UNWELL
Independent Schools and the NSW School Sport Unit.
Our guiding principles behind these guidelines are to:
- Keep our Community safe;
- Align with the policies and directions of our State and Federal Government; and
- Maintain a level of consistency throughout our Schools and Community. WASH HANDS
REGULARLY WITH
The priority must always be the preservation of public health and minimisation of the risk of
community transmission. All NSWCIS participants (this includes players, parents/guardians, SOAP & SANITISER
coaches, officials, volunteers, spectators and administrators) must play a role in helping to
slow the spread of COVID-19.
The guidelines outlined within this document may be modified as we, as a Community return
to the ‘new’ normal, but there may also be some more specific guidelines relevant to specific
sports or venues dependant upon respective COVID Safe Plans. AVOID CLOSE
CONTACT
Your cooperation is appreciated.
NSWCIS Management
Wotso Offices - 5 George Street,
NORTH STRATHFIELD, NSW 2137 COUGH & SNEEZE
PHONE: (02) 9157 9008 INTO YOUR ELBOW
UPDATED INFORMATION – 4th JANUARY 2021
This updated information has been provided by the Office of Sport in combination with NSW Health. The information being provided is being
UPDATED INFORMATION
updated regularly as the situation relating to the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve.
- All participants (including spectators and officials) who have attended any of the reported case locations listed on the NSW Health website will
be prohibited from being granted entry;
- LATEST HOT SPOTS - https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates#latest-covid-19-case-locations-in-nsw
- Constant reinforcement via different communication channels (emails, social media, websites) reminding people that only parents and carers
should attend events is essential – 1 x Parent/Carer per participant is the recommended ratio;
- As on Monday 4th January 2021 (for those in Greater Sydney, Central Coast, Blue Mountains and Wollongong), Indoor Venues are allowed to
accommodate 1 person per 4 square metres whilst still adhering to the social distancing and hygiene regulations.
N.B. Mandatory Face Mask Information is provided on the next slide.
- Increase signage at venues promoting sanitization, entry and exit points and 1.5 metre social distancing is encouraged;
- Issue regular Public Announcements at Venues regarding the need to minimize spectators, encourage participants and spectators to leave as
soon as possible once the event has concluded and maintain social distancing.
MANDATORY FACE MASKS MANDATORY FACE MASKS – 4th JANUARY 2021
- From Sunday 3 January, the Public Health Order requires the use of a ‘fitted face covering’ (face mask) in a range of indoor settings across Greater
Sydney – including the Central Coast, Blue Mountains and Wollongong.
- The general rules and list of premises where you must wear a mask can be found HERE.
- Children aged 12 and under and people that have a physical or mental health illness or condition, or disability, that makes wearing a mask unsuitable
(for example, a skin condition, an intellectual disability, autism or trauma) are exempt from wearing masks but are encouraged to wear masks where
practicable.
- Sport and recreation organisations that have retail operations (e.g. equipment stores, Pro shops, uniform shops etc) should note that masks are
mandatory in retail premises.
FACE MASKS FOR CIS EVENTS
- There will be no mandatory requirement from NSW CIS in reference to wearing a Face Mask at any event/competition unless it is a directive from
the venue host.
- This will apply to all Staff, Participants (over the age of 12 years), Officials and Spectators.
- Any directive from the host venue in reference to the wearing of
Face Masks will be stipulated on the respective Event
page on the NSWCIS website.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES GUIDELINES FOR ALL NSW CIS EVENTS
- Ensure Risk Assessment Template (located on NSWCIS website) has been completed prior to any Trial/Event;
- A COVID Safety Officer will be present at all NSWCIS Trial / Event… it is recommended that this person complete the COVID-19 Infection
Control Training provided by the Australian Government - https://www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/covid-19-infection-control-
training
- An attendance register for all Trials / Competitions and Events will be recorded and filed for 28 days – all staff and spectators will be required
to sign-in at an event using the QR Code attendance register.
- Recommended that all Participants and Officials have their own clearly labelled water bottle and towel;
- Provide hand sanitizer on entry and exit to all Venues, as well as pre, during and post Training/Competitions for Participants and Officials;
- Ensure that there are Hygiene Stations in designated Areas – i.e. Dug-outs, Team Benches, Score-benches, First Aid etc;
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned, disinfected before, during and after Training / Competitions;
- Strongly encourage all participants to Shower prior to and after Training / Competitions (preferably at home);
- Limit unnecessary social gatherings – allow additional time in between matches / events to minimize large congregations where possible;
- At Events where merchandise will be sold we would recommend cashless transactions;
- Participants / Officials and Spectators DO NOT ATTEND IF THEY ARE FEELING UNWELL (includes any signs/symptoms of cold, flu, or any other
illnesses);
- Actively promote the downloading of the COVID-safe app for their smartphone;
DOWNLOAD THE COVID-SAFE APP NOW:
PARTICIPANTS & SPECTATORS SPECIFIC GUIDELINES FOR ATHLETES / COACHES & OFFICIALS
- Arrive at the venue dressed and ready to train, compete or officiate;
- Athletes, Coaches and Officials must not spit – any need to spit must be done into a tissue or bin for easy disposal;
- Physical greetings and celebrations should be discouraged – i.e. hugging, kissing, handshakes, high fives etc;
- Maintain high levels of hygiene if wearing a mouthguard – limit touching and sanitize regularly;
- Wherever possible bring your own equipment – i.e. Cricket (Bat, Pads, Gloves, Helmet);
- Any uniforms/bibs to be laundered need to be placed into a laundry bag by the individual – these items need to be washed after each use;
- There is to be no sharing of whistles – each Official must have their own whistle;
- Participants and Officials should depart the venue as soon as possible following the completion of their Trial or Competition Event;
SPECIFIC GUIDELINES FOR SPECTATORS
- All spectators will be required to sign-on to an Attendance Register (through the QR Code system) on arrival at any Trial or Competition Event;
- All spectators will be required to adhere to the social distancing guidelines of 1.5m where possible – people from same household are not
required to distance;
- Spectators will not be permitted to enter designated change-rooms allocated to the athletes / competing teams;
- Currently for training and competition it is recommended that 1 x Parent / Care-giver attend (no non-participating siblings etc);
GUIDELINES FOR FACILITIES
Given that all NSWCIS Trials and Competitions are conducted at external venues / schools not managed by NSWCIS we will be expected to operate
within their respective guidelines and jurisdictions.
FACILITY GUIDELINES
In saying this the Management of NSWCIS will address the following:
- All venues and facilities utilized by NSWCIS have adopted a COVID-19 Safety Plan;
- Specific guidelines in reference to facilities and venues will be covered off within the respective Event Information located on the NSWCIS
website - i.e. control measures, maximum crowd capacity etc;
- A COVID-19 Safety Official is present at all Trials and Competitions to assist with registration, social distancing and hygiene;
- Routing for entry and exit points to be clearly sign-posted for all Indoor Venues;
- Physical Social Distancing indicators to be displayed at all Indoor and Outdoor Venues;
- The use of visual aids throughout facilities to encourage good hygiene practices and to assist in ‘stopping the spread’;
- Toilets, Change-rooms, Team Areas and Equipment has been thoroughly cleaned prior to the commencement of any Trials / Competitions and
that these standards are maintained throughout the event…bathrooms to be fully equipped with soap and paper towel;
- Hand Sanitizer is available on arrival and departure and that there are multiple sanitizing stations located in and around the Facility;
EXAMPLES OF FACILITY SIGNAGE
NSWCIS – ATTENDANCE REGISTER
EVENT: DATE: LOCATION:
IN THE LAST 14 DAYS HAVE HAVE YOU
ARRIVAL DEPARTURE NAME PHONE NO. YOU: DOWNLOADED THE
- Had Flu-like symptoms COVID SAFE APP?
- Travelled Overseas
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