Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 11th February 2022

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Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 11th February 2022

This morning Perthshire Rugby were informed of 2 positive coronavirus test results from within the Senior squad who trained this week. As the changing rooms were used it is possible that team members were exposed indoors where transmission risk is higher than outside during the training session.

We have already been in touch directly with everyone who, through our Track & Trace system, have been identified as a possible contact of the positive case. Scottish Rugby have been informed and full cooperation is being offered to NHS Test & Protect and NHS Tayside.

In line with the Club’s COVID-19 policy and upon liaison with the Senior Section coaches and Club Committee it was agreed to ask to postpone both Senior fixtures this weekend: the 1XV at home to Berwick and the 2XV at away to Dunfermline 2XV. This was the only decision that the Club could safely take allowing the NHS time to contact trace and provide advice.

As is standard procedure the Club’s polices and risk assessment will be reviewed to see if there is a way of reducing the chance of a repeat in the future. I am thankful to all members of Perthshire Rugby and the wider community for their support and understanding. COVID-19 is not yet away and precautions must be taken, even if it means a frustrating postponement of matches when there is such enthusiasm and ambition in the squad to play.

No other sections of the Club are affected so Mini, Midi and Women’s rugby at Perthshire continue as planned.

 

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby

Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 9th January 2022

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Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 9th January 2022

Earlier today Perthshire Rugby were notified that one of our Senior Section members who recently attended the Club has tested positive for COVID-19. We have already been in touch directly with everyone who, through our Track & Trace system, have been identified as a possible contact of the positive case. Scottish Rugby have been informed and full cooperation is being offered to NHS Test & Protect and NHS Tayside.

The Club Committee will be briefed at the scheduled meeting on Monday 10th January. With the new variants and high incidence a review of our COVID-19 policies and risk assessments was completed last week. The Committee will see if any more can practically be done to limit risk of transmission within the current environment.

While unfortunate, this was always a possibility and remains a constant danger. The Club have followed and operated COVID-19 safety measures which are regularly updated with the latest guidance from SRU and Scottish Government. Thank you to all the Club for their understanding and continued adherence to our COVID-19 polices & procedures.

No other sections of the Club are affected so Mini, Midi and Women’s rugby at Perthshire continue as planned.

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby

Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 8th October 2021

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Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 8th October 2021

Earlier today the Club was informed of a positive lateral flow test result for COVID-19 amongst the Senior squad who trained this week. As the changing rooms were used it is possible that team members were exposed indoors where transmission risk is higher than outside during the training session.

The PCR result is not expected until Saturday morning at the earliest which is too late to wait and make a decision on fixtures. Upon liaison with the Senior Section coaches, Club Committee and SRU it was decided to postpone both Senior fixtures this weekend: the 1XV away to Hillhead Jordanhill and the 2XV at home to Grangemouth 2XV. This was not a decision made lightly but we must do what is sensible and practical.

Should the PCR report back a positive result then we shall assist NHS Test & Protect with any contact tracing or other enquiries they may have.

As is standard procedure the Club’s polices and risk assessment will be reviewed to see if there is a way of reducing the chance of a repeat in the future. I am thankful to all members of Perthshire Rugby and the wider community for their support and understanding. COVID-19 is not yet away and precautions must be taken, even if it means a frustrating postponement of matches when we had started to build a bit of momentum in the squad.

No other sections of the Club are affected so Mini, Midi and Women’s rugby at Perthshire continue as planned.

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby

Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 5th July 2021

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Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 5th July 2021

After the precautionary suspension of S&C ended last week training resumed as planned. Unfortunately a Midi player who attended on the return has since tested positive for COVID-19.

We have been in touch directly with everyone who, through our Track & Trace system, have been identified as a possible contact of the positive case. Both Scottish Rugby and Live Active Leisure have been informed and full cooperation is being provided to NHS Test & Protect and NHS Tayside.

In light of this so soon after the last case and the very high case rate in the area, the most sensible option is to cease all indoor training and S&C in the gym for 2 weeks until week beginning Monday 19th July.

Outdoor activities can continue unaffected but all participants are reminded to follow the hygiene and COVID-19 safety processes.

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby

UPDATE: Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 28th June 2021

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UPDATE: S&C Training Suspended until Restarts on Friday 2nd July 2021

Following the review this afternoon with the NHS advice and after consulting Scottish Rugby we have decided to suspend coached S&C in the Bell’s gym until Friday 2nd July. Thus sadly the sessions planned for Wednesday & Thursday are cancelled this week. The session scheduled for Friday can go ahead.

 

Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 28th June 2021

Earlier today Perthshire Rugby were notified that one of our Midi players who recently attended an S&C session in the Club gym has tested positive for COVID-19.

We have been in touch directly with everyone who, through our Track & Trace system, have been identified as a possible contact of the positive case. Both Scottish Rugby and Live Active Leisure have been informed and full cooperation is being provided to NHS Test & Protect and NHS Tayside.

Following the rapid risk assessment, the PRFC gym sessions on Monday & Tuesday were cancelled as we await any decision or advice from NHS Test & Protect. As this case was related to the gym there is no risk to any of the ongoing outdoor activities so these can continue unaffected.

The Club will review the situation Tuesday afternoon to decide when the S&C can resume in the gym and take stock of whether our COVID-19 policies and risk assessments need improved.

As cases rise again locally this unfortunate event was always a possibility. The understanding, support and cooperation from the Perthshire Rugby community are greatly appreciated. It is anticipated that this will be a short-lived situation and training will resume as soon as safely possible.

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby

Level 4 Return to Rugby at Perthshire

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Training resumes on the North Inch from Saturday 20th March.

New Scottish Rugby guidance was published last week which paves the way for limited training to start again this weekend! Team managers and coaches will be in contact to confirm the training time(s) and pitch location for each team.

There are some rule changes that can be seen in the graphic, a summary are below. Otherwise it will be similar to before: hand sanitiser, equipment cleaning, pre-registration, Symptom Checker, Check-In/Out, no congregating, arrive & leave promptly. Remember the EAGLES Rules!

Children ages 11 & under:
• Touch Rugby (all formats).
• Maximum 30 people, in a bubble this including coaches.
• Coaches must remain physically distanced from all players & other coaches.
• Balls can be used (cleaned/sanitised before and after use).
• Max 1 parent/guardian can stay to observe their child train – they must maintain physical distancing at all times.
• Please note any child in P7 who is aged 12 cannot take part in this level of training.

Youth & Adult (ages 12 & over)
• Physically distanced non-contact rugby can resume.
• Non-contact does NOT allow touch rugby.
• Players and coaches must always stay >2m apart.
• Up to 15 people in a bubble, including coaches.
• Balls may be used and shared, hand hygiene and ball cleaning essential.
• No other equipment permitted.
• Max 1 parent/guardian can stay to observe their child train – they must maintain physical distancing at all times.

The Sports-Train App is essential for training to be safe & compliant with the guidelines. So please can all members check they can login to Sports-Train? If you have lost your login or are having issues DO NOT SET UP A NEW ACCOUNT instead e-mail clubcaptain@perthshire-rfc.co.uk

Everyone at the Club can play their part to create a COVID-19 safe and enjoyable return to rugby. It has been some time since last trained together so make the most of it and don’t forget to have fun! Any questions can be directed to your Team Manager, COVID-19 Team Lead or Coaches. The Club COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator is Ewan MacKessack-Leitch.

New players welcome too! Senior men please contact Head Coach Alan Clark, for all other sections contact Director of Rugby Sam Mountain.

For a more in-depth account of the COVID-19 policies & procedures a full range of resources, risk assessments and protocols (aimed at the Team Leads but feel free to browse) are available on the COVID-19 page.

UPDATE: Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 7th November 2020

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UPDATE: Training Resumes from Monday 9th November

As required by both Perthshire & Scottish Rugby policies, a review of all rugby activities and risk assessments following the positive COVID-19 case last week has been completed. The Club in conjunction with Scottish Rugby are happy that we have the mitigations and procedures in place to make training sessions as COVID-19 safe as possible. As such training can resume on Monday evening.

We are constantly vigilant and encourage strong adherence to hygiene and public health measures across the Club. Thank you to the whole Perthshire Rugby community for your understanding & support over the weekend and be assured we will not hesitate to take action where the health, safety and well-being of our players and members are concerned.

Please stay safe and we look forward to seeing you back to the North Inch this week.

 

Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case at Perthshire Rugby 7th November 2020

Earlier today Perthshire Rugby were notified that one of our Midi players who recently attended the Club has tested positive for COVID-19. In line with our policy and Scottish Rugby guidance all rugby activity was postponed.

We have been in touch directly with everyone who, through our Track & Trace system, have been identified as a possible contact of the positive case. Scottish Rugby have been informed and full cooperation is being offered to NHS Test & Protect and NHS Tayside.

An emergency COVID-19 Response Meeting was convened to discuss our immediate actions, review our COVID-19 policies and to begin a full risk assessment of Club activities. Only once it is safe and any public health advice has been implemented will rugby activities resume. Thus, training today was cancelled and training on Sunday is cancelled too.

While unfortunate, this was always a possibility. The Club have followed and operated COVID-19 safety measures since the return to rugby began. This allowed us to act swiftly today and minimise the risks of wider transmission. The understanding, support and cooperation from the Perthshire Rugby community are greatly appreciated. It is anticipated that this will be a temporary situation and our vigilance to date will reduce any delays to the resumption of training.

Once we have reviewed the situation on Sunday a decision will be made about training resuming over next week. This will be communicated on Monday.

Ewan MacKessack-Leitch
Club Captain and COVID-19 Safety Co-ordinator
Perthshire Rugby