The Strand Fitness Group COVID-19 Update – Statement #1
STRAND FITNESS GROUP COVID-19 UPDATE – STATEMENT #1
Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2020
To: All Members, Staff Members & Instructors
From: Strand Fitness Group Management
Subject: Statement No 1 – COVID-19
Strand Fitness Group COVID-19 Update: Strand Fitness wishes to advise our valued members and visitors that all our fitness locations will remain “business as usual” at this point in time. We are aware of the advice from the Federal Government regarding gatherings of more than 500 people, issued 13 March 2020 and taking effect Monday 16 March 2020. At any point in time during our regular business operations in Strand Fitness, our numbers at any location do not reach this limit.
Strand Fitness Group Management have considered this advice, as well as the advice available from both the Federal and State health authorities and, have determined that our business will continue, however with some changes which will be addressed further in this statement.
We want to reassure our community that we are closely monitoring the Commonwealth and QLD Government updates and advice regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) and we will advise any changes to our position via our official communication channels (as detailed further in this statement) as soon as they come to hand.
We all play a part in maintaining a healthy and hygienic environment for our team, community and families.
If I am sick?
We ask that you remain at home if you show any flu-like symptoms. These symptoms include but may not be limited to:
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Aching body
- Runny nose
Are you experiencing symptoms of the COVID-19 virus? please follow all up-to-date medical advice and see your doctor.
If I contract the COVID-19 virus?
If you have been diagnosed with the COVID-19 virus, please ensure you follow all medical advice, including isolation guidelines.
Please contact us via email immediately so that we can inform other members that you may have been in contact with, to get tested. (We will keep your information anonymous unless otherwise required).
Strand Fitness COVID-19 Update – Practising Good Hygiene remains the BEST practice.
What WE as a business are doing:
- Increased Hospital grade disinfectant spray bottles and a paper towel around the gym floor
- Increased Hospital grade disinfectant spray bottles and paper towel in ALL Group Fitness studios
- Supply of hand sanitiser throughout the gym and at reception
- Removal of ALL communal Yoga/stretch mats (please supply your own personal mat if required)
- Increased equipment cleaning (weights, machines, cardio & any other equipment) – warm soapy water followed by a disinfectant
- No towel, No train policy– staff will be requesting to see your towel upon arrival
- We will be limiting participants in each class – 1.5m space between each participant
- Strict hygiene procedures prior and post-class
- Creche – mouthed toys container, cleaned with soapy water followed by a disinfectant
- Creche, thorough clean of ALL surfaces at the end of each shift
- Locker keys – we will no longer be supplying locker keys
- The Haven – at this point will remain open, however, for regular cleaning requirements each chair will NEED to be booked
- Water bubblers will no longer be available – please bring own water
- We will be vigilant in disinfecting ALL shared incidental equipment such as, but not limited to:
- Pens
- Eftpos machines
- Clipboards
- Rails
- Door handles
- Lift buttons
- Tablets/iPads
What YOU can do:
- Bring a towel and use it on ALL equipment
- Use the supplied disinfectant spray bottle supplied and wipe both PRIOR and POST equipment use such as, but not limited to:
- Dumbbells
- Barbells
- Cable machine and accessories
- Cardio equipment
- Pull-up bars/rig
- Kettlebells
- Wall balls
- Do not share water bottle, stretch mats and/or towels with any other participant
- Carry hand sanitiser (where possible) and use to ensure your hands are thoroughly cleaned.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes, and ensure you wash your hands afterwards.
- Follow all directions and medical recommendations, as advised by the Federal and State Governments, to contain the spread of the virus.
- If unwell, avoid contact with others (stay more than 1.5 metres from people)
- Let us know if you have concerns about any other member/participants showing symptoms of being ill
Strand Fitness COVID-19 Update – Further Updates and Information Sharing
As previously stated, we will endeavour to release information as it comes to hand, via the channels below:
- Social media channels, such as Facebook and Instagram
- Websites
- Displayed at all locations
- Feel free to contact each location at any time
Our cleaning and hygiene policies and procedures are constantly being reviewed and updated and followed by all staff.
Most infections are only transmitted by people when they have symptoms. These can include fever, a cough, sore throat, tiredness and shortness of breath.
Who needs to isolate?
Go to www.health.gov.au/covid19-travellers for the isolation requirements.
What does isolate in your home mean?
Where possible, get others such as friends or family who are not required to be isolated to get food or other necessities for you. If you must leave the home, such as to seek medical care, wear a mask if you have one. For more information visit www.health.gov.au/covid19-resources
