Appointments

Each Union should appoint a COVID-19 Manager. The manager should have operational knowledge regarding COVID-19. Where possible, clinical knowledge of COVID-19 is preferable, but if not the COVID-19 manager should have access to appropriate clinical advice. The manager will coordinate efforts within their Union for a phased approach to training and play. They will coordinate with Clubs and competitions providing information and strategic support.

  1. The manager will liaise with local public health and government agencies to present:
    • a return to training and play strategy based on sequential reduction in PST measures. This strategy will be aligned to WHO guidelines and risk assessed against the WHO mass gatherings Risk Assessment tool;
    • evidence that all players, coaching, and support staff have undergone appropriate training in personal safety and emergency mitigation measures (including those specifically listed in the WHO Risk Assessment Tool);
    • a clear communications strategy between Unions, Clubs, competitions and with national and international government officials, the general public, and the media;
    • a public health messaging strategy across Union, Club and Competition platform 
  2. Each Union should help Clubs and competitions to identify and appoint one or more COVID- 19 Operational Leads, to be responsible for implementing the guidance in this document (and all other relevant guidance, advice and instruction regarding COVID-19) in respect of certain discrete elements, such as particular training facilities, Match day venues and team travel.