Long Crendon FC and Long Crendon Ladies FC
This document comprises the risk assessments for all aspects of the footballing activity in the 2020/2021 season for Long Crendon FC and Long Crendon Ladies FC. All players and coaches associated with the club will be required to read this, and a separate “individuals responsibilities” summary before signing to confirm their awareness and acceptance. Any attendee (player, coach or spectator) that has any concerns they can raise them, anonymously if preferred, with the Team Manager, Vice Chairman and or the COVID Officer at any time.
| Assessment For | Applicable To | Page |
| Training @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground | All teams | 2 – 5 |
| Training @ Stoke Mandeville School | Men’s 1st and Reserve Teams | 6 – 9 |
| Training @ Lord Williams’ School | Ladies 1st and Development Teams | 10 – 13 |
| Matches @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground | All teams | 14 – 19 |
| “Away” Matches | All teams | 20 – 24 |
| Matches @ Oxford City FC | Men’s 1st Team | Requires Oxford City FC’s risk assessment |
Training @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground Before Training
| Consideration | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | Coaches will ensure there is a safe area of play that allows all social distancing, guidelines and requirements within this risk assessment to be met | Liaise in advance with other teams and or groups that use the space to plan how to share the area safely or schedule sessions at different times and or days | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| “Track & trace” and managing attendees | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to confirm their attendance in advanceIf the maximum attendees (30) is reached in advance, further attendees will be told not to travel | Attendee record will be updated after sessions to reflect no shows, unexpected arrivals etcAny in-session, unexpected attendees that take the count above 30 will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to complete a health self-assessment before attendingAttendees that have not completed it will, on arrival, be directed to a separate, isolated area until they can be reviewed | Any attendee that will not complete the self-assessment in advance or in person, or where we have doubts about the accuracy of the information on their wellbeing, will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and arrival | Players and coaches | Area laid out for attendees to leave their belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to bring drink, food and or medication for their sole use. All items will need to be clearly identified or identifiable All attendees reminded to observe social distancing between arrival and before startAll attendees wash hands or sanitise before start of play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground During Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Social distancing during training including set plays | Players and coaches | Coaches will be encouraged to prepare and deliver sessions that incorporate social distancing / limit interaction wherever possibleAll attendees will be reminded of the requirement to socially distance when not in an active game or activity eg during instruction periods, prolonged breaks in play and hygiene breaksPlayers will be reminded of need for urgency in set pieces including corners, throw ins and direct freekicks where a “wall” is needed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed Any attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing and hygiene | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash their hands or use sanitiser during pre-determined hygiene breaks as well as any prolonged breaks in playIf an injury is sustained that requires 3rd party attention, and it cannot be treated by someone in the individual’s family / support bubble, it will be treated by a first aider using the appropriate PPE. Both the first aider and the individual will be required to wash hands / sanitise once the treatment has been completed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Bodily fluids and increased transmission risks | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that there should be no handshakes, embraces, goal or team activity celebrations at any timeAll attendees will be reminded that they should limit shouting when in close proximity to othersAll attendees will be reminded that they should not spit or clear their noses at any time. Coughs and sneezes should be done with a tissue, crook of the arm of the players shirt | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the sessionIf there is a substantial risk of transmission or bodily fluids eg vomit, this will be immediately resolved by a coach using PPE | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that they should limit the handling of footballs and other equipment including pitch items such as goal frames etcIf equipment is handled the attendees will be required to immediately wash hands / sanitise If equipment is used for a prolonged period of time eg goal frame, footballs etc it will be cleaned during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Goalkeepers | Players and coaches | Goalkeepers, and coaches working with them, will be reminded of the higher risks associated with handling footballs and equipmentWherever possible goalkeepers and their coaches will use equipment that is only used by those individualsGoalkeepers will be required to clean their gloves during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play as well as at the end of the session | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground After Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | All attendees will ensure the area of play is left in a safe and clean condition | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / All attendees | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise immediately after the session is complete | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and departure | Players and coaches | Attendees will return to arrival area and collect belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees encouraged to leave immediately and reminded to observe social distancing between location and their means of transportAny attendee choosing to remain afterwards will be reminded of the current social distancing guidelines for normal personal gatherings | Coaches will observe attendees and remind / enforce where needed until they themselves depart | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Coaches | All equipment will be cleaned / washed fully after the session | COVID Officer will observe and support | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Stoke Mandeville School Before Training
| Consideration | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | Coaches will ensure there is a safe area of play that allows all social distancing, guidelines and requirements within this risk assessment to be met | Liaise in advance with facility provider to plan how to share the area / facility safely | RB / Coaches | 10th Aug | |
| “Track & trace” and managing attendees | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to confirm their attendance in advanceIf the maximum attendees (30) is reached in advance, further attendees will be told not to travel | Attendee record will be updated after sessions to reflect no shows, unexpected arrivals etcAny in-session, unexpected attendees that take the count above 30 will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to complete a health self-assessment before attendingAttendees that have not completed it will, on arrival, be directed to a separate, isolated area until they can be reviewed | Any attendee that will not complete the self-assessment in advance or in person, or where we have doubts about the accuracy of the information on their wellbeing, will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and arrival | Players and coaches | Area laid out for attendees to leave their belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to bring drink, food and or medication for their sole use. All items will need to be clearly identified or identifiable All attendees reminded to observe social distancing between arrival and before startAll attendees wash hands or sanitise before start of play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Stoke Mandeville School During Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Social distancing during training including set plays | Players and coaches | Coaches will be encouraged to prepare and deliver sessions that incorporate social distancing / limit interaction wherever possibleAll attendees will be reminded of the requirement to socially distance when not in an active game or activity eg during instruction periods, prolonged breaks in play and hygiene breaksPlayers will be reminded of need for urgency in set pieces including corners, throw ins and direct freekicks where a “wall” is needed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed Any attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing and hygiene | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash their hands or use sanitiser during pre-determined hygiene breaks as well as any prolonged breaks in playIf an injury is sustained that requires 3rd party attention, and it cannot be treated by someone in the individual’s family / support bubble, it will be treated by a first aider using the appropriate PPE. Both the first aider and the individual will be required to wash hands / sanitise once the treatment has been completed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Bodily fluids and increased transmission risks | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that there should be no handshakes, embraces, goal or team activity celebrations at any timeAll attendees will be reminded that they should limit shouting when in close proximity to othersAll attendees will be reminded that they should not spit or clear their noses at any time. Coughs and sneezes should be done with a tissue, crook of the arm of the players shirt | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the sessionIf there is a substantial risk of transmission or bodily fluids eg vomit, this will be immediately resolved by a coach using PPE | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that they should limit the handling of footballs and other equipment including pitch items such as goal frames etcIf equipment is handled the attendees will be required to immediately wash hands / sanitise If equipment is used for a prolonged period of time eg goal frame, footballs etc it will be cleaned during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Goalkeepers | Players and coaches | Goalkeepers, and coaches working with them, will be reminded of the higher risks associated with handling footballs and equipmentWherever possible goalkeepers and their coaches will use equipment that is only used by those individualsGoalkeepers will be required to clean their gloves during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play as well as at the end of the session | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Stoke Mandeville School After Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | All attendees will ensure the area of play is left in a safe and clean condition | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / All attendees | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise immediately after the session is complete | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and departure | Players and coaches | Attendees will return to arrival area and collect belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees encouraged to leave immediately and reminded to observe social distancing between location and their means of transportAny attendee choosing to remain afterwards will be reminded of the current social distancing guidelines for normal personal gatherings | Coaches will observe attendees and remind / enforce where needed until they themselves depart | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Coaches | All equipment will be cleaned / washed fully after the session | COVID Officer will observe and support | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Lord Williams’ School Before Training
| Consideration | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | Coaches will ensure there is a safe area of play that allows all social distancing, guidelines and requirements within this risk assessment to be met | Liaise in advance with facility provider to plan how to share the area / facility safely | RB / Coaches | 10th Aug | |
| “Track & trace” and managing attendees | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to confirm their attendance in advanceIf the maximum attendees (30) is reached in advance, further attendees will be told not to travel | Attendee record will be updated after sessions to reflect no shows, unexpected arrivals etcAny in-session, unexpected attendees that take the count above 30 will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to complete a health self-assessment before attendingAttendees that have not completed it will, on arrival, be directed to a separate, isolated area until they can be reviewed | Any attendee that will not complete the self-assessment in advance or in person, or where we have doubts about the accuracy of the information on their wellbeing, will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and arrival | Players and coaches | Area laid out for attendees to leave their belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to bring drink, food and or medication for their sole use. All items will need to be clearly identified or identifiable All attendees reminded to observe social distancing between arrival and before startAll attendees wash hands or sanitise before start of play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Lord Williams’ School During Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Social distancing during training including set plays | Players and coaches | Coaches will be encouraged to prepare and deliver sessions that incorporate social distancing / limit interaction wherever possibleAll attendees will be reminded of the requirement to socially distance when not in an active game or activity eg during instruction periods, prolonged breaks in play and hygiene breaksPlayers will be reminded of need for urgency in set pieces including corners, throw ins and direct freekicks where a “wall” is needed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed Any attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing and hygiene | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash their hands or use sanitiser during pre-determined hygiene breaks as well as any prolonged breaks in playIf an injury is sustained that requires 3rd party attention, and it cannot be treated by someone in the individual’s family / support bubble, it will be treated by a first aider using the appropriate PPE. Both the first aider and the individual will be required to wash hands / sanitise once the treatment has been completed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Bodily fluids and increased transmission risks | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that there should be no handshakes, embraces, goal or team activity celebrations at any timeAll attendees will be reminded that they should limit shouting when in close proximity to othersAll attendees will be reminded that they should not spit or clear their noses at any time. Coughs and sneezes should be done with a tissue, crook of the arm of the players shirt | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements, or shows a change in their wellbeing, will be removed from the sessionIf there is a substantial risk of transmission or bodily fluids eg vomit, this will be immediately resolved by a coach using PPE | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that they should limit the handling of footballs and other equipment including pitch items such as goal frames etcIf equipment is handled the attendees will be required to immediately wash hands / sanitise If equipment is used for a prolonged period of time eg goal frame, footballs etc it will be cleaned during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Goalkeepers | Players and coaches | Goalkeepers, and coaches working with them, will be reminded of the higher risks associated with handling footballs and equipmentWherever possible goalkeepers and their coaches will use equipment that is only used by those individualsGoalkeepers will be required to clean their gloves during hygiene breaks or prolonged breaks in play as well as at the end of the session | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny attendee that does not follow the requirements will be removed from the session | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Training @ Lord Williams’ School After Training
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | All attendees will ensure the area of play is left in a safe and clean condition | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / All attendees | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise immediately after the session is complete | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Personal belongings and departure | Players and coaches | Attendees will return to arrival area and collect belongings in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees encouraged to leave immediately and reminded to observe social distancing between location and their means of transportAny attendee choosing to remain afterwards will be reminded of the current social distancing guidelines for normal personal gatherings | Coaches will observe attendees and remind / enforce where needed until they themselves depart | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Coaches | All equipment will be cleaned / washed fully after the session | COVID Officer will observe and support | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Matches @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground Before Matches
| Consideration | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | Coaches will ensure there is a safe area of play that allows all social distancing, guidelines and requirements within this risk assessment to be met | Liaise in advance with other teams and or groups that use the space to plan how to share the area safely or schedule matches at different times and or days | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| “Track & trace” and managing attendees | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to confirm their attendance in advance | Attendee record will be updated after match to reflect no shows, last minute additions etc | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to complete a health self-assessment before attendingAttendees that have not completed it will, on arrival, be directed to a separate, isolated area until they can be reviewed | Any attendee that will not complete the self-assessment in advance or in person, or where we have doubts about the accuracy of the information on their wellbeing, will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Kit and equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to bring drink, food and or medication for their sole use. All items will need to be clearly identified or identifiable Team managers will choose the most appropriate kit provision from these 2 options:Kit will be isolated for 3 days before washing and isolated for another 3 days before the fixture. It will be provided to players individually by an attendee in appropriate PPE OR Kit will be washed after matches by the individual and returned at the next training session. After isolating the kit for as long as possible it will then be provided to players individually by an attendee in appropriate PPE at the training session closest to the match | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug | |
| Changing rooms and arrival | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded to arrive as match ready as possibleThe 2 dressing rooms will be reserved for away team, enabling up to 7 people to prepare for a short period of time in each. They will be reminded to take all personal items out with them, leaving nothing insideAdditional space will be provided for home team players to prepare for a short period of time. Exact number of people is TBC depending on final location, either upper floor of pavilion or within social clubAll attendees reminded to observe social distancing whilst in changing rooms | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug |
Matches @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground During Matches
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Pre-game actions including leaving changing rooms, warm up and technical areas | Players and coaches | Teams will be provided a suitable area to conduct an appropriate warm upAll attendees will be reminded of the requirement to socially distance when not in an active game or activity eg during instruction periods, prolonged breaks in play and hygiene breaksTeams will be provided with a designated area to conduct a team talk prior to the game. These areas include use of top floor pavilion space, social club and covered pavilion area by the pitch side doorIf both teams are using the pavilion for changing facilities they will be asked to leave the pavilion one team / group at a timePlayers will be reminded of need for urgency in set pieces including corners, throw ins and direct freekicks where a “wall” is neededThe technical areas and dugouts next to the pitch will be altered to ensure social distancing measures can be met | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug | |
| Attendee wellbeing and hygiene | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash their hands or use sanitiser during pre-determined hygiene breaks as well as half time and any prolonged breaks in playIf an injury is sustained that requires 3rd party attention, and it cannot be treated by someone in the individual’s family / support bubble, it will be treated by a first aider using the appropriate PPE. Both the first aider and the individual will be required to wash hands / sanitise once the treatment has been completed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Bodily fluids and increased transmission risks | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that there should be no handshakes, embraces, goal or team activity celebrations at any timeAll attendees will be reminded that they should limit shouting when in close proximity to othersAll attendees will be reminded that they should not spit or clear their noses at any time. Coughs and sneezes should be done with a tissue, crook of the arm of the players shirt | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the gameIf there is a substantial risk of transmission or bodily fluids eg vomit, this will be immediately resolved by a coach using PPE | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that they should limit the handling of footballs and other equipment including pitch items such as goal frames etcIf equipment is handled the attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise as soon as possibleIf equipment is used for a prolonged period of time eg goal frame, footballs etc it will be cleaned during as appropriate during hygiene breaks, half time and prolonged breaks in play | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Goalkeepers | Players and coaches | Goalkeepers, and coaches working with them, will be reminded of the higher risks associated with handling footballs and equipmentGoalkeepers will be required to clean their gloves during hygiene breaks, half time and prolonged breaks in play as well as at the end of the match | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
Matches @ Long Crendon Recreation Ground After Matches
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Location of play | Players and coaches | All attendees will ensure the area of play is left in a safe and clean condition | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / All attendees | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise immediately after the match is complete | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Kit and equipment | Players and coaches | Team managers will choose the most appropriate kit provision from these 2 options:All team kit will be bagged by the individual players and isolated for 3 days. It will be washed by someone with appropriate PPE and once washed it will be isolated for 3 days prior to the next game OR Team kit will be washed after matches by the individual and returned at the next training session in an appropriate way. After isolating the kit for as long as possible it will then be provided to players individually by an attendee in appropriate PPE at the training session closest to the matchAll equipment will be cleaned / washed fully after the session | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededCOVID Officer will observe and support | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug | |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Changing rooms and departure | Players and coaches | Where possible, showers will be made available in the changing rooms in a socially distanced mannerAll attendees encouraged to leave immediately and shower at home. They will be reminded to observe social distancing between location and their means of transportAny attendee choosing to remain afterwards will be reminded of the current social distancing guidelines for normal personal gatherings | Coaches will observe attendees and remind / enforce where needed until they themselves depart | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug |
Matches @ Away Grounds Before Matches
| Consideration | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| “Track & trace” and managing attendees | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to confirm their attendance in advance | Attendee record will be updated after match to reflect no shows, last minute additions etc | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Attendee wellbeing | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to complete a health self-assessment before attendingAttendees that have not completed it will, on arrival, be directed to a separate, isolated area until they can be reviewed | Any attendee that will not complete the self-assessment in advance or in person, or where we have doubts about the accuracy of the information on their wellbeing, will be turned away | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Travel | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to travel in accordance with current guidelines | Coaches will observe and monitor attendees travel arrangements | Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Kit and equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees reminded of their personal responsibility to bring drink, food and or medication for their sole use. All items will need to be clearly identified or identifiable Team managers will choose the most appropriate kit provision from these 2 options:Kit will be isolated for 3 days before washing and isolated for another 3 days before the fixture. It will be provided to players individually by an attendee in appropriate PPEORKit will be washed after matches by the individual and returned at the next training session. After isolating the kit for as long as possible it will then be provided to players individually by an attendee in appropriate PPE at the training session closest to the match | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug | |
| Changing rooms and arrival | Players and coaches | Team management will liaise with opposition about available facilities for changing and preparationAll attendees will be reminded to arrive as match ready as possibleThe 2 dressing rooms will be reserved for away team, enabling up to 7 people to prepare for a short period of time in each. They will be reminded to take all personal items out with them, leaving nothing insideAdditional space will be provided for home team players to prepare for a short period of time. Exact number of people is TBC depending on final location, either upper floor of pavilion or within social clubAll attendees reminded to observe social distancing whilst in changing rooms | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where needed | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug |
Matches @ Away Grounds During Matches
| What are the hazards | Applicable to | Controls required | Additional Controls | Who | When | Date complete |
| Pre-game actions including leaving changing rooms and warm up | Players and coaches | Team management will liaise with opposition about pre-match requirements eg team talk, leaving changing roomsAll attendees will be reminded of the requirement to socially distance when not in an active game or activity eg during instruction periods, prolonged breaks in play and hygiene breaksPlayers will be reminded of need for urgency in set pieces including corners, throw ins and direct freekicks where a “wall” is needed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 8th Aug | |
| Attendee wellbeing and hygiene | Players and coaches | All attendees will be required to wash their hands or use sanitiser during pre-determined hygiene breaks as well as half time and any prolonged breaks in playIf an injury is sustained that requires 3rd party attention, and it cannot be treated by someone in the individual’s family / support bubble, it will be treated by a first aider using the appropriate PPE. Both the first aider and the individual will be required to wash hands / sanitise once the treatment has been completed | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Bodily fluids and increased transmission risks | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that there should be no handshakes, embraces, goal or team activity celebrations at any timeAll attendees will be reminded that they should limit shouting when in close proximity to othersAll attendees will be reminded that they should not spit or clear their noses at any time. Coughs and sneezes should be done with a tissue, crook of the arm of the players shirt | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the gameIf there is a substantial risk of transmission or bodily fluids eg vomit, this will be immediately resolved by a coach using PPE | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Equipment | Players and coaches | All attendees will be reminded that they should limit the handling of footballs and other equipment including pitch items such as goal frames etcIf equipment is handled the attendees will be required to wash hands / sanitise as soon as possible | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |
| Goalkeepers | Players and coaches | Goalkeepers, and coaches working with them, will be reminded of the higher risks associated with handling footballs and equipmentGoalkeepers will be required to clean their gloves during hygiene breaks, half time and prolonged breaks in play as well as at the end of the match | Coaches will observe attendees throughout and remind / enforce where neededAny instances of an attendee not following the requirements, or showing a change in their wellbeing, will be handled appropriately during the game | RB / Coaches | 28th Jul | Complete & ongoing |