Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

All persons attending an AAL Activity must where possible maintain a physical distance from others of at least 1.5 metres. Poster Available.

If meeting indoors; capacity must not exceed one person per 2 square metres.

Any building which AAL members are to attend must have signage displayed outlining the maximum number of people allowed inside the space the sign is referencing. This signage must enforce restriction number 5 (R5). Poster Available.

Any person who is sick or has been sick within a 2-week period of an AAL Activity, regardless of symptoms must not attend that AAL Activity.

During an AAL Activity any person who becomes unwell should be sent home and immediately distanced from others

Any person who has come in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 or has been confirmed to have COVID-19 should self-isolate for a time period defined by a medical professional and therefore must not attend an AAL activity during their isolation time period.

Any building which AAL members are to attend must have signage displayed directing people to not enter if they display any symptoms associated with COVID-19.  Poster Available.

Only AAL members are permitted to enter buildings intended to be used predominantly by youth members. Unless otherwise approved by the Squadron O.C.  Poster Available.

Attendance to facilities used for the purpose of AAL parade grounds are to be restricted to AAL members only, unless with approval of the Squadron O.C. Eg: A member’s family or friends is to be restricted to remaining in vehicles during drop off and pickup if safe to do so. Poster Available.

Hand sanitiser (of at least 80% ethanol or 75% isopropyl alcohol) must be present at all active entrances to buildings used by AAL members. Signage with instructions to use hand sanitiser must also be displayed at all active entrances. Poster Available.

Surfaces (tables, chairs, door handles, etc) and shared equipment (drums, flags, etc) used by members must be sanitised after every use or when transferring use to another member.

Soap and handwashing facilities must be available at any facility used by AAL members. A Hand Dryer or Paper Towel must be available. Poster Available.

Units must ensure that contact information is up to date and correct for all members.

Any food that requires preparation is permitted to be prepared following correct food preparation and food safety practices. Hand Hygiene practices must also be followed. Hand sanitiser should be provided to members when collecting food and used before and after eating.

An attendance register must be kept for each AAL Activity by a responsible person. A digital backup of the attendance register should be made as soon as possible and must be kept for 28 days. Attendance registers must be made available to Group upon request. Template Available.

Overnight Activities or any activity in excess of 6 hours must have approval from the Group Field Commissioner prior to commencing. The usual event organisation and approval process are now back in effect.

Squadron O.Cs will need to monitor the local community for COVID warnings and cases and should determine if Squadron Operations should continue on a regular basis. Squadrons O.Cs must inform the Group Executive Commissioner when making a decision about the halting of face to face activities.

NSW Group Council requests that members not shake hands and take measures to maintain social distancing measures when performing drill, ceremonial and other manoeuvres. All rules related to drill manoeuvres are to be ignored that may contradict social distancing practices. Social distancing practices are to be followed at all times.

It is the responsibility of Squadron O.Cs to monitor the NSW Government Restrictions (https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rules/changes) especially for their local community and ensure events and activities organised by the Squadron adhere to these restrictions.