Updated Guidance
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Levels 0 - 4 INTRODUCTION The original document was approved on 10th July 2020 by the Scottish Government and sportscotland. The document has been updated on 12th March 2021. Please make sure you are aware of which Level the Local Authority you currently reside in is operating under. Clubs may also wish to view the sportscotland support documents SGBs, clubs and participants should be aware that the current restrictions do not mean that all facilities/ venues will be open. Owners and operators will require time to consider all the implications of opening facilities/venues and put plans in place to re-engage staff and to set up operations that ensure the safety of participants, staff and volunteers. This is a difficult time for everyone so please be patient This document is intended as a guide to all affiliated Scottish Archery clubs and their affiliated members as to the correct and most effective safety measures for clubs and individuals as opportunities to increase exercise gradually begin to return. The guidance we have published is in line with the new Scottish Government Strategic Framework updated February 2021. This document interprets the guidance for these levels. Guidelines will be updated as we progress through the pandemic. Clubs and Archers must ensure that all activity is consistent with current Scottish Government guidance on health, physical distancing and hygiene – club committees will also need to make sure that the club members, facility and participants are made aware and can adapt to changes in guidance at short notice. Information on Scottish Government’s approach to managing covid-19 is available here. Levels 0 - 4 For Scottish Archery clubs, the guidance from Scottish Government and therefore the guidance within this document should be read in conjunction with the Archery GB rules of shooting. Where this document differs from the Archery GB guidance, the Scottish Archery levels 0 - 4 guidance should be used to make your decision. With regard to range preparation and conducting risk assessment and other matters relating to the rules of shooting, we have adopted similar measures to those from Archery GB. Scottish Archery appreciates this may cause confusion however sport in Scotland is a devolved matter under the Scotland Act 1998 and therefore we must follow the guidance of the Scottish Government. Where possible, we have adopted the Archery GB perspective particularly in line with modified rules of shooting. Comment from the Board of Scottish Archery As ever, the Board of Scottish Archery wishes to pass on its deepest thanks to all members who have been part of the keywork effort over the past few months and of course to everyone who has followed the guidance on movement and staying at home as well as all the previous guidance. As announced by government we are now working to a 5 level system. Scottish Archery are pleased to confirm our latest guidance as approved by Scottish Government and sportscotland. As expected the levels highlight significant change, particularly around group size and the nature of how adults and young people can conduct their physical activity. Please ensure you read the entire document before delivering in a club or coach capacity. As we pass a full 12 months of living with corona virus we understand how difficult it is for members and clubs to deliver in any way considered ‘normal’. With outdoor activity allowing larger group sizes and more traditional coaching, we hope this guidance is another step for clubs, coaches and members to continue returning to archery and the further easing of restrictions in some areas may allow more members to return to shooting. Levels 0 - 4 Our staff are still working as they have been throughout this entire lockdown period and continue to maintain our connections with clubs and members. Please do reach out to them with any queries as they are keen to help whatever the issue may be. We all look forward to seeing you soon, ideally on the shooting line or at another archery-focussed event. Moira Taylor, Director of Coaching Lyndsay Morrison, Director of Development (Independent) Craig Lindsay, Director of Finance (Independent) Bob Provan, Director of Equalities Kevin Pringle, Director of Strategy (Independent) Caroline Buchanan, Director of Safeguarding Jules May, Director of Digital Pip Tucknott, Director of Performance Jennifer Griffin, Chairperson (Independent) Levels 0 - 4 OUTDOOR OVERVIEW ‘The range’ refers to any area of the facility where the rules of shooting apply including entry and exit points. ‘The shooting line’ refers only to when archers are standing on the line. Level Highlights 0 Targets spaced at 4m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size on the range is 30. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided 1 Targets spaced at 4m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size on the range is 30. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided 2 Targets spaced at 4m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size on the range is 30. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided 3 Targets spaced at 4m apart Adult members may not share a boss with another household Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. This also applies to coaches Max group size on the range is 30. Only travel within your Local Authority. Levels 0 - 4 4 Targets spaced at 4m apart Adult members may not share a boss with another household Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. This also applies to coaches. Maximum of 15 people on the range with 4m spacing (including coaches). Only travel within your Local Authority (U18s see below) 12 - 17 year olds Targets spaced at 4m apart More than 2 members per boss (Up to 4 but at the clubs discretion). Levels 0 - 3 30 people on the range including coaches. Can travel to and from Level 0, 1, 2 and 3 areas to take part in organised sport, physical activity, training and competition. May travel into or out of a Level 4 area for organised activity if that is where their sport, club or activity usually takes place. 12 - 17 year olds Targets spaced at 4m apart 2m physical distancing must be observed Level 4 1 household per boss 15 people on the range including coaches Can travel to and from Level 0, 1, 2 and 3 areas to take part in organised sport, physical activity, training and competition. May travel into or out of a Level 4 area for organised activity if that is where their sport, club or activity usually takes place. Under 12s Up to 30 people on the range including coaches More than 2 members per boss (Up to 4 but at the clubs discretion). Can travel to and from Level 0, 1, 2 and 3 areas to take part in organised sport, physical activity, training and competition. May travel into or out of a Level 4 area for organised activity if that is where their sport, club or activity usually takes place. Levels 0 - 4 INDOOR OVERVIEW ‘The range’ refers to any area of the facility where the rules of shooting apply including entry and exit points. ‘The shooting line’ refers only to when archers are standing on the line. Level Highlights 0 A face covering must be worn at all times except when on the shooting line or where an exemption prevents it. Targets spaced at 4m, 3.3m or 2m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size is limited by a max of 2 members per target in the hall. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided 1 A face covering must be worn at all times except when on the shooting line or where an exemption prevents it. Targets spaced at 4m, 3.3m or 2m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size is limited by a max of 2 members per target in the hall. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided 2 A face covering must be worn at all times except when on the shooting line or where an exemption prevents it. Targets spaced at 4m, 3.3m or 2m apart Up to 2 adult members from 2 households may share a boss but must shoot alternately Under 18s may have more members sharing a boss. Maintain 2m distancing at all times, including when on the shooting line. Max group size is limited by a max of 2 members per target in the hall. Travel to Local Authorities in Levels 3 or 4 should be avoided Levels 0 - 4 3 No Indoor Archery for adult members Under 18s can take part following the guidance below 4 No Indoor Archery for anyone.