Following the release of the latest public health measures, Irish Sailing have published their interpretation of these measures and we will adopt these guidelines in our club activities.
It’s important to note that sailing and boating have been identified as Low Risk Activities, thus we can take to the water again using the ‘Pod’ system. A ‘pod’ is a group of up to 15 people from 2 or more household units involved in an activity together where social distancing may not be possible e.g. a boat crew, a recreational training group (incl. coach or instructor), a committee boat/race management crew or a safety boat crew. Quite simply put, a Pod is a boat and multiple pods can train together once they follow the guidelines set out by Irish Sailing above, primarily minimizing the Pod size and maintaining distance between Pods.
| Basis Under Government Plan | Impact On Sailing Activity Per Irish Sailing | Impact On Royal Cork Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Organised indoor gatherings: These are controlled environments with a named event organiser, owner or manager | No organised indoor gatherings should take place | No organised indoor gatherings should take place |
| Work | Workers who work outdoors may return from 4th May otherwise work from home with exception of essential workers | Essential club staff are back on site. The office continues to operate remotely. |
| Organised outdoor gatherings. These are controlled environments with a named event organiser, owner or manager | From May 10th, a maximum of 15 people may gather outdoors | Per Irish Sailing |
| Exercise and Sporting Events | From May 10th, Recreational Training and Race Training may resume for Adults as well as Juniors. Instructor Training may resume with activity taking place outdoors | Per Irish Sailing. Notice of training will follow from keelboat and dinghy committees |
| Exercise and Sporting Events | From June 7th, sailing competition may resume at local, regional and national level | Per Irish Sailing, all planned racing will resume per the calendar from June 7th with potential for some adjustments and inclusion of previously postponed events |
| Bars, cafes and restaurants (including hotel restaurants and bars) | From June 7th, Club Catering Facilities open for outdoor dining with groups limited to 6 people | From May 8th, takeaway tea, coffee, snacks and pizza will be served. From June 7th, the clubhouse and bar will reopen for outdoor food & beverage. A substantial meal will not be required for alcohol to be served. A new and improved catering solution will be in place |
| Ports and Harbours | Operation of ports and harbours are deemed essential. Any service required for the safe provision of a service for the operation of ports and harbours is allowed | Marinas and facilities will be fully maintained as they have been at all times |
| Domestic travel restrictions | From May 10th, Intercounty Travel is Permitted | We welcome out of port members back to the club |
| International Travel | The arrival of personal non-national leisure vessels are still restricted from visiting Irish ports, marinas, and harbours with some exceptions (e.g. ‘port in a storm’). Other travel restrictions relating to international visitors to Ireland are updated regularly on the Gov.ie site | All visitors or member vessels must contact mark@royalcork.com before attempting to berth in the Royal Cork |
| Adult and higher education | Primarily online with exemptions for essential onsite activities | Per Irish Sailing |
Other Points Of Clarity:
1. The Health Declaration Form continues to be a requirement for all individuals taking to the water from the club. This only needs to be filled out again if circumstances surrounding your health change
2. All changing rooms will remain closed until further notice with the exception of essential toilet facilities