NEW COVID PLANS FROM 23/09 /21
All Hallows
covid-safe_plan_-_23_september_2021_-_11332808.pdf
covid-safe_plan_-_12_august_2021_-_11054590.pdf
covid-safe_plan_-_5_august_2021__-ah.pdf
covid-safe_plan_-_28_july_2021_ah-_10372410.pdf
covid-safe_plan_–_17_july_2021.pdf
St John's
covid-safe_plan_-_23_september_2021_-_11328391.pdf
covid-safe_plan_-_12_august_2021_-_11119038.pdf
covid-safe_plan_-_5_august_2021_-_10906506.pdf
UPDATES:
Current activity restrictions
www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/restrictions-and-responsibilities/activities-and-gatherings/current-activity-restrictions
COVID-19 Fact Sheet: Advice for Religious and Faith Communities
220131_covid_compliance_faqs_places_of_worship_310122.pdf
Covid Restrictions
We now resume singing with masks on, with fewer and shorter hymns and songs. And we have simpler morning teas, seated to eat and drink, serving bought biscuits in separate packets, or served individually with tongs (for the time being, until things get clearer). Out of consideration for others and for ourselves, we keep masks on while not eating or drinking.
QR coding remains in place for public gatherings. Masks are worn.
Please stay away if you feel ill, or may have been in contact with someone infected. And maintain a cheerful trust in God!
Name Tags
Please everybody wear name tags to help Woody get to know us. They are also helpful for newcomers, and getting to know each other better!
For latest information from SA Health
https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/conditions/infectious+diseases/covid-19/about+covid-19/latest+updates/latest+updates+on+covid-19
For latest information from SA Police
https://www.police.sa.gov.au/search?query=covid
Updated Activities Associated Direction
https://www.police.sa.gov.au/sa-police-news-assets/front-page-news/associated-activities-direction-update-28-january-2022#.YfSKs-pBy70
Associated Activities Direction Update - 28 January 2022 - 28 Jan 2022 7:09pm
The Emergency Management (Activities—Associated Direction No 17) (COVID-19) Direction 2021 has been revoked and replaced by the Emergency Management (Activities--Associated Direction No 18) (COVID-19) Direction 2021. This Direction comes into effect at 12.01am on Saturday 29 January 2022.
Key changes include:
Current activity restrictions
https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/restrictions-and-responsibilities/activities-and-gatherings/current-activity-restrictions
Level 1 restrictions
3/4 density
Additional restrictions
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3/4 density (for indoor seated hospitality activities)
3/4 density (for indoor, seated defined public activities, not hospitality activities)
3/4 density (for outdoor hospitality activities)
Gathering at home cap: 50 (gatherings at residential premises, including residents of residential premises)
Masks for high risk settings
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Masks for passenger transport services
Masks for indoor fitness facilities (except while exercising)
Masks for shared indoor public places (except bridal parties during ceremonies, private functions of less than 150 people and private activities of 50-150 people)
Restrictions on dancing and singing (except private functions of less than 150 people and private activities of 50-150 people)
No communal consumption facilities
1/4 density (indoor fitness facilities) If fitness classes being held outdoors (1/2 density) LGA’s cannot charge a fee to fitness instructors for the use of public parks (unless a current contract is in existence).
Gathering at home cap: 50 (gatherings at residential premises, including residents of residential premises)
QR Code ‘Check in’ is no longer required for retail venues, however they remain for defined Public Activities (including hospitality venues, public assemblies, personal care services, high risk settings and health services, transport and fitness venues etc).
The information above only highlights the key changes made to the Directions and does not reflect all requirements. Members of the public are encouraged to see the full Directions for further information.
All existing directions, frequently asked questions and other information can be found here:
https://www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/restrictions-and-responsibilities/activities-and-gatherings/current-activity-restrictions
If you require further information you can call the SA COVID-19 Information Line on 1800 253 787 or go to the SA Health website at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au or www.sa.gov.au/covid-19
SOME ACTIVITIES COMMON QUESTIONS
Can I go to church?
Yes, if for a service, the 3 person per 4 square metres rule applies if everyone is seated. Masks must be worn indoors.
Can we sing in our choir?
Yes, choirs can perform if singers are wearing masks.
What are the rules about singing?
Singing is not permitted in enclosed, non-residential premises unless in an educational setting, an individual lesson, or the person is performing (including backup singers).
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COVID-19 Plan Registration
Behind the scenes, there is considerable administration to ensure services can resume in places of worship, just as every restaurant and pub has to do the same. Every church planning to hold services has had to register a COVID Plan online with State Health authorities. It is detailed including information about space, numbers that can be accommodated, hygiene, name-recording and other measures to be undertaken. Some posters will be prominently displayed in the church and hall entrances and inside our facilities, and a copy of the COVID Plan must be publicly available for anyone to see, including State Health or Police authorities who may check at any time. Failure to do so, and failure to adhere to regulations, could render us liable for fines.