Reopening of Royal Cork Yacht Club
PHASE 1 & 2
Executive
Committee
16/05/20
OVERVIEW
Reopening of Royal Cork Yacht Club
Phase 1 & 2
On Friday 1st May 2020, the Irish Government published a Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business to ease the COVID-19 restrictions and reopen Ireland’s economy and society in a phased manner from May 18. The Government plan sets out five stages for unlocking restrictions, at three-week intervals.
On Tuesday 12th May, Irish Sailing published their Return To Sailing Scheme –Phase 1 document which set out Irish Sailing’s interpretation and recommendations for how sailing activities may be resumed for Phase 1 which we now know will commence on Monday 18th May.
The Executive Committee have now reviewed these recommendations and set out on the following pages some procedures and protocols to enable it achieve its overall ambition of a safe and gradual return to our sport (in keeping with both the principles and spirit of the Government Roadmap to the lifting of restrictions). It is intended to cover Phase 1 & 2 of the Government Roadmap and will be updated to cover the later phases no later than the 28th June.
Members should observe Social Distancing & Travel Guidelines at all
times
Club Premises Bar / Restaurant / Changing Rooms
Currently Closed to members.
Marina/Dinghy Park/Slipway
Marina open Monday 18th May, Dinghy Park & Slipway open Wednesday
20th May, with restrictions including requirement to complete self-
assessment for slipway usage (See appendix 2 & 10).
Free Sailing / Cruising
Single handed or same household crewed boats may sail to and from their
home port until restrictions are lifted in Phase 4 enabling travel outside
local communities.
Racing
Not anticipated until Phase 3 pending clarification from Sport Ireland
Key Points
for
Gradual
Reopening
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Fundamental
Principles For
Decision To Go
Afloat
1. COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS
The need for full compliance on the phased lifting of restrictions to ensure
sailing & powerboating remains a ‘low risk’ activity.
2. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Taking personal responsibility for your own safety and decision
making
3. SELF HELP
Ensure that you have the means to return to shore without assistance
(alternative means of propulsion) in the event of the unexpected in non-
distress situations
4. RISK ASSESSMENT
Individual and Activity Organisers ensure you have assessed the risks
associated with the conditions, equipment, experience of sailors, sailing
area etc. before making the decision to go afloat.
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The following is a simplified
test for individual participants
to determine. Self-clearance
to participate does not
indicate unlimited activity.
Activities should be planned
and risk-assessed by
organisers.
Are you experiencing
any symptoms of Covid 19?
Have you made self-rescue
assistance arrangements for non-distress
situations?
Has your Sailing/ Boating activity
been planned and risk-assessed?
Follow current social distancing & social gathering guidelines
Seek medical
assistance
Do not Sail
Go Sailing but exercise caution
& follow guidelines
Go Sailing under conditions set out
by organisers
GUIDELINES:
for individual
participants
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Appendices
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Cruising/
Keelboat /
Powerboat
o Phase 1 - The club will not be running any form of organised races or events.
o Phase 2 - The Keelboat & Cruising Committees are currently examining what might be possible, and will revert over the coming weeks with further details.
Marina Guidelines
o When approaching the gate please allow space for someone that may be entering or exiting in front of you.
o We ask Members and staff to walk on the righthand side of the marina, Port to Port!
o We are not currently accepting overnight visitors until further notice.o Trolleys will have sanitiser and disposable paper roll adjacent to them to
clean before and after use. o All equipment touched on a regular base (electricity pedestals, water taps,
hoses, emergency equipment, etc) will be disinfected frequently.o Members requested to access bridge on Eastern marina one at a time unless
in household units and not to pass each other on the bridge.
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Appendix 1
Dinghy
Sailing o Phase 1 - We will not be running any form of organised races or events.o Phase 2 - The Dinghy committee are currently examining what might be
possible, and will revert over the coming weeks with further details. o All sailors must complete the Online Return to Sailing Assessment form
(available here) at least 24 hours before arrival at the club. o Single handed sailors must be supervised at all times.o Multi-handed dinghies are only crewed by members of the same household .o Sailors and parents/guardians should conduct a risk assessment in advance of
taking to the water.o Arrive at the Club no sooner than 30 minutes before launching.o With changing rooms closed, arrive dressed for sailing.
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Appendix 2
Dinghy
Sailing cont. o Remove covers in your allocated space and move to the designated rigging area to rig, which will clearly signposted.
o There are a maximum of 2 boats permitted on the slipway at any one time, please remain in the rigging area or afloat until it is clear to approach the slipway.
o Trollies are to be returned to your allocated space while on the water and not left at the top of the slip.
o Follow this process in reverse when recovering and de-rigging.o Only members of the same household should assist with launching and
recovering.o Ensure that you have the means to return to shore without assistance
(alternative means of propulsion) in the event of the unexpected in non-distress situations.
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Appendix 2 contd.
Guidelines &
ProceduresGeneral information for Members
o Social Distancing Guidelines to be adhered to at all times.
o Please adhere to informational signage displayed around the site.
o We ask that members residing outside a 5k radius of the club do not attend the club until the current distance restrictions permit them to do so.
o Contact with staff to be kept to necessary interactions.
o Should a Member feel unwell while visiting the Club, they should contact a member of staff for assistance.
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Appendix 3
Guidelines &
Procedures Staff
o Staff to follow the Government return to work guidelines click here for more information
o Staff must wash hands regularly, wear gloves when needed, and use sanitiser.o Masks are recommended to be worn on the Ferry when carrying passengers.o No handshakes and avoid prolonged interactions with Members/guests.o Staff member to make themselves aware of the signs and symptoms of COVID-19
and monitor their own wellbeing. o Report to managers immediately if any symptoms develop during the shift.o Self-isolate at home and contact their GP promptly for further advice if they
display any signs or symptoms. o The Club will provide instruction for employees to follow if they develop signs
and symptoms of COVID-19 during work.
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Appendix 4
Guidelines &
Procedures Ferry Service
o Service will be available to those members who have paid the 2020 charge.o Designated area of the Ferry toward the stern will be cordoned off, 2 metres from
the driver.o One person per trip or if members of the same household then a maximum of 4.o Members are not to handle warps.o The helm should not pass bags on to the members yacht to assist boarding.o Staff member will clean boat after each trip.o Ferry usage reduced to one return trip per boat per day per member.o Operating times 1000 – 2000 dailyo Ladder on ferry to hook on to the Members boat should they require assistance
boarding.
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Appendix 5
Guidelines &
Procedures Car Parks
oBe conscious of social distancing when exiting and entering your car.
Vehicle Assisted Launching / Recovery of Boats
oPlease contact Mark Ring at [email protected] a minimum of 24hrs before commencing process for procedure
Contact Tracing
oContractors are required to sign in with the Marina Staff to facilitate contact tracing if required.
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Appendix 6
Guidelines &
Procedures Club Offices
oClub Offices will remain closed until Phase 2. However, as has been the case you may make contact by phone 021 4831023 or email [email protected] [email protected]
Bar & Restaurant
o Food service to resume in Phase 3. Further details to follow.o Bar to reopen in Phase 5. Further details to follow.
Toilets / Changing Rooms
o Changing Rooms will be closed in Phase 1 & 2 o Family toilet next to the Ladies Changing Room will be available.o Cleaning schedule will be visible.o Changing rooms will reopen in Phase 3
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Appendix 7
Guidelines &
Procedures Petrol / Diesel Service
o Petrol service is currently out of order.o Diesel service will be available, but with strict guidelines.o Contact the Marina & Facilities staff member on VHF Channel 37
or the Marina Channel for service.o Member to berth boat at Diesel berth. o Marina staff and guests to maintain social distancing during Diesel
service and payment.o Marina staff member to dispense the fuel.o We request that Members use credit card for payment.o Ensure all surfaces are sanitised after each transaction.
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Appendix 8
Guidelines &
Procedures Power Hosing & Use of Piles for Drying Out / Scrub
o We are content to allow use of the power hose, provided all guidelines in respect of social distancing, use of rubber gloves, sanitiser and wipe downs are adhered to. We will keep the use of the Power Hose under review.
o Please contact the Office to arrange.o A safety area will be created around boats using the drying out piles.
Club Boats
o Club Sailing dinghies unavailable for hire to Members.o Club RIBs, Adrielle & Nemo unavailable for Members use until
organised sailing returns.
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Appendix 9
Sample
Assessment Form
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Appendix 10