Newsletter September 2020 - We're back!

LATEST GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES - Rule of 6

From 14th September new rules apply for social gatherings inside and outside, limiting numbers groups of 6 only

This DOES NOT apply to our managed and booked activities for sports, leisure and education at our Covid-19 Secure Shrewsbury House, so these can continue.  

I realise this announcement has concerned many groups especially those with attendance of more than 6, but we have already put in place the necessary measures to protect our staff and our visitors during coronavirus including:   

        COVID-19 risk assessments for the house and all activities

Reducing numbers to ensure 2m distancing, booking with group leader etc
Cleaning more often

Increasing how often we clean touchpoints, using handsanitiser and washing hands

         Wearing face coverings
In communal areas of the house, and some activities where 2m distancing not possible.

         Social distancing
2m in all areas, following instructions around house and one way where possible    

        Increasing ventilation
Keeping doors and windows open where possible

        Taking part in NHS Test and Trace
Visitor reception and group leaders keep contact details for 21 days
Maintaining records of staff, customers and visitors to support NHS Test and Trace

        Turn people with coronavirus symptoms away
If a staff member (or someone in their household) or a customer has a persistent cough, a high temperature or has lost their sense of taste or smell, they should be isolating.  

Full guidelines can be found here, and links to the details of exceptions.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-the-safe-use-of-multi-purpose-community-facilities/covid-19-guidance-for-the-safe-use-of-multi-purpose-community-facilities