Tasmanian Restrictions – Stage Two – 3pm 5^th June 2020

• No competition allowed

• Training for single and double handed sailing allowed in small groups of not more than 20 participants (excluding coaches/staff) with adequate spacing (not more than 1 person per 4m²)

• Social distancing of 1.5m required at all times whilst ashore and onboard power/rescue boats. Accidental contact may occur during double handed sailing (i.e. working together to tack, gybe or round a mark is acceptable).

What does this mean for our sailing clubs during Stage Two?

• Get in, Sail and get out
• Outdoor activities only
• Limit activities to small individual groups with a maximum of 20 participants (exclusive of coaches and support staff)
• Practice good hand hygiene before and after sailing
• Avoid physical contact
• Changerooms, canteens and kitchens should remain closed – arrive dressed and ready to sail
• Stay home if you are unwell
• Don’t share drinks or towels
• Sharing of equipment should be avoided and if necessary, should be kept to a minimum
• Keep a distance of 1.5 metres where reasonably practicable
• Follow the one person per 4 square metres rule ashore to ensure sufficient physical distancing between people
• It’s recommended clubs maintain an attendance record
• Encourage the use of COVIDSafe App to members

What boating is allowed in Tasmania during Stage Two?

Can clubs deliver racing and organised club events during Stage Two?

NO, TRAINING ONLY – Racing and competition is not permitted during Stage Two. Indoor areas should not be used for any sporting activity.  

• • Training groups are limited to 20 people (excluding coach/support personnel)
  • Clubs need to conduct a risk assessment and have a Covid-19 return to sport plan
  • Clubs need to abide by Public Health Orders & WorkSafe Minimum Standards

Can clubs deliver face to face courses during Stage Two?

YES – Training is permitted, including Discover Sailing Programs.

• • Training groups are limited to 20 people (excluding coach/support personnel)
  • Indoor facilities should remain closed (sailors arrive dressed, briefings outside or virtually)
  • Powerboat Courses can resume, physical distancing required at all times
  • Clubs need to conduct a risk assessment and have a Covid-19 return to sport plan
  • Clubs need to abide by Public Health Orders & WorkSafe Minimum Standards

Is coaching permitted during Stage Two?

YES

• • Training groups are limited to 20 people (excluding coach/support personnel)
  • Indoor facilities should remain closed (sailors arrive dressed, briefings outside or virtually)
  • Clubs need to conduct a risk assessment and have a Covid-19 return to sport plan
  • Clubs need to abide by Public Health Orders & WorkSafe Minimum Standards