Latest Level 3 COVID-19 Guidelines For Clubs And Schools

30th November 2020 By The Editor

The IRFU wish to advise clubs and schools of rugby activity permitted as per Level 3 of the Government of Ireland Plan For Living With COVID-19.

Non-contact training only in pods of up to 15 is permitted for all ages.
Tag and touch rugby are classed as non-contact sports.
No matches are permitted.
Clubs must continue to comply with all government guidelines and demonstrate safe behaviour.
Masks should be worn at all times by anyone not playing rugby.

Full guidelines are below:

Non-contact training only in pods of up to 15 for all ages.
Tag and touch rugby are classed as non-contact sports.
Collective indoor training including use of gym equipment is not permitted.
Training sessions must not exceed the duration time normally associated with the activity.
Strict avoidance of gatherings, including social gatherings, before or after.
Strict adherence to two-metre physical distancing before and after, on the sidelines and avoidance of team huddles.
Hand sanitisation facilities available at all times.
Good coughing and sneezing etiquette.
Pre-Rugby Personal Assessment Declaration to be completed before every session.
Masks should be worn at all times by anyone not playing rugby.

Shower and Changing facilities to remain closed.
Commercial activities operated by clubs including bars and cafe facilities are subject to relevant sector guidelines.

Spectators are not permitted.
Parents/Guardians attending in a safeguarding/supervisory capacity are not classified as a spectator. However, strict social distancing and public health guidelines should be adhered to at all times. In that context, one parent/guardian per child is permitted to attend should they consider it necessary.
All Parents/Guardians must complete a Pre-Rugby Personal Assessment Declaration Form prior to arriving on site.

Clubs must ensure their COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan is up to date in line with the latest government guidelines.
A risk assessment should be carried out where appropriate for activities not previously included.

For more information, please consult the IRFU’s webpage for COVID-19 Guidelines For Rugby Clubs And Schools here.