NEWS

 Kennebecasis Paddling Centre Covid-19 Policy
Version 6.0.   June 24, 2021


This document is subject to change based on the Government of New Brunswick Covid-19 Guidelines. Kennebecasis Paddling Centre (KPC) will strictly adhere to Provincial Health Directives and guidelines forwarded from Atlantic Division Canoe Kayak Canada (ADCKC). If there is a discrepancy between this printed version and the version posted on www.kennebecasispaddlingcentre.com, the latter will be considered correct. 
All rules and regulations provided by the Government of New Brunswick must be followed. 
A public portable washroom adjacent to the property and operated by the Town of Rothesay is available for use. 
Section 1 – Competitive and Pre-Competitive Programs

1. Only athletes will be permitted past the gate. One parent may walk their athlete to the gate where they will be met by a coach. All other family members should remain in their vehicles.
2. Operators are required to have parents complete the form recognizing their responsibility for the screening of their paddler prior to attending KPC, which includes doing a temperature check with a thermometer. Parents/paddlers are responsible for reviewing the screening questions with their paddler and only sending their child to KPC when they are well and have met the criteria outlined in the screening questionnaire. Temperature checks are not required on-site however this could change depending on the Recovery Phase the Province is in.
3. Following pre-screening, those athletes and staff exhibiting symptoms will be advised of the following:                    Strict exclusion of athletes or staff who are sick with 2 or more of the following symptoms: fever or signs of fever,         new cough or worsening chronic cough, runny nose, headache, sore throat, OR new onset of fatigue, new onset of muscle pain, diarrhea or loss of taste or smell;                                                                                                      OR                                                                                                                                                                            An athlete displaying purple fingers or toes even as the only symptom.                                                                       If either of the above criteria is met, those who are sick must stay home, contact 811, and cannot return until fully recovered. If tested, Public Health will inform the individual or parent (when child is involved) when isolation may be lifted. Note: Campers or staff who have been identified as having seasonal allergies or who suffer from chronic runny nose/nasal congestion are not required to be excluded.
4. There are markings on the ground/floor to demonstrate the 6ft/2M social distancing minimums. 
5. Hand sanitizer will be used before entering the boat bay.
6. As athletes arrive, they must maintain 6ft/2M physical distancing until the boat bay is clear to get their equipment. They must maintain physical distancing for the duration of the practice, including on the water. 
7. KPC will have all the necessary equipment to keep all equipment sanitized. 
8. One Athlete may enter the bay at a time to promptly get their boat.
9. All athletes will arrive with everything they need to get onto the water.
10. Coach(es) will be supplied with all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in case of tips or water rescues. In the event of a tip or water rescue, coaches will maintain 6ft/2M social distancing if possible and proper PPE will be worn. Safety from infection is essential but the immediate physical safety of everyone will take precedence. 
11. Training is only allowed for single boats (K1). Training in crew boats is only permitted for athletes from the same household and/or bubble.
12. Two (2)  athletes must move the coach boat to the dock while maintaining 6ft/2M social distancing and return the safety boat at the conclusion of practice in the same manner.
13. The coach operating the safety boat will be the only person permitted to enter the shed for safety boat supplies, gas can, motor on dolly, etc.
14. Training groups will not exceed allowable limits for social distancing athletes as authorized by the Government of New Brunswick. 
15. At the conclusion of practice, the athletes will get off the water while practicing 6ft/2M social distancing at all times. 
16. All boats, Paddles and PFDs MUST be washed down at the wash station before they are returned to the bay.  
17. Athletes will not be permitted to move amongst training groups. 
18. Failure to adhere to these rules will result in immediate disciplinary actions. Compliance will be monitored. Section 2 – Half-day and Fully-day Recreational Camps
19. Drop-Off and Pick-Up: Campers will arrive and be met at the gate. Parents are not permitted past the gate. Only one adult should leave vehicle to walk camper to the gate or to pick the camper up at gate.  
20. Operators are required to have parents complete the form recognizing their responsibility for the screening of their children prior to attending KPC, which includes doing a temperature check with a thermometer. Parents are responsible for reviewing the screening questions with their camper and only sending their child to KPC when they are well and have met the criteria outlined in the screening questionnaire. Temperature checks are not required on-site however this could change depending on the Recovery Phase the Province is in. 
21. Following pre-screening, those children and staff exhibiting symptoms will be advised of the following:                  Strict exclusion of children or staff who are sick with 2 or more of the following symptoms: fever or signs of fever, new cough or worsening chronic cough, runny nose, headache, sore throat, OR new onset of fatigue, new onset of muscle pain, diarrhea or loss of taste or smell;                                                                                                     OR                                                                                                                                                                               a child displaying purple fingers or toes even as the only symptom.                                                                          If either of the above criteria is met, those who are sick must stay home, contact 811, and cannot return until fully recovered. If tested, Public Health will inform the individual or parent (when child is involved) when isolation may be lifted. Note: Campers or staff who have been identified as having seasonal allergies or who suffer from chronic runny nose/nasal congestion are not required to be excluded.
22. As per the guidelines established by the NB Department of Early Childhood Education, each camper will be assigned to a camp which will not exceed 15 campers plus coaches. The camp will remain together for the full week with no new participants being allowed to join. As well, as per New Brunswick Sport and Recreation Branch, sport camp participants are not exempt from social distancing requirements.
23. All campers upon arrival must use the hand sanitizer provided. Campers will be required to use sanitizer throughout the day. 
24. Adjacent to KPC, there is a portable washroom operated by the Town of Rothesay available for use by campers. The portable washroom must be sanitized before and after each use by the one of the camp counsellors.   
25. All paddling and other sports equipment and games used during the camps must be sanitized before and after each use.
26. Campers are encouraged to bring their own personal flotation device. If they are unable to do so, they will be provided with one which will be sanitized each day subsequent to use. 
27. No food or snacks are permitted to be stored or sold by the KPC. Campers must bring their own lunches and snacks. No sharing of snacks will be permitted. 
28. When multiple groups of campers are at KPC, each group will be kept separate by 6ft/2M at all times. Activities and meal breaks may have to be staggered to meet the physical distancing requirement.
29. Depending on how the pandemic progresses in New Brunswick, these temporary limits could be relaxed or become more stringent at any time without notice.
30. All surfaces, especially those general surfaces that are frequently touched, such as doorknobs, handrails, toys, etc., will be cleaned at least twice daily and when soiled.
31. A cleaning and disinfection schedule must be in place with clear accountabilities assigned to specific staff.
32. Any person arriving from travel outside of New Brunswick must self-isolate for 14 days at home, monitor for symptoms and avoid attending KPC Day Camps.
33. If a staff or child of a KPC Day Camp tests positive for COVID-19, Public Health will identify who the close contacts are and manage the outbreak with respect to Public Health measures and communication.
34. Staff are encouraged to remind children to practice good respiratory etiquette such as covering the mouth and nose with a disposable tissue or the crease of the elbow when coughing or sneezing.
35. Staff and children must practice good hand hygiene at all times. They must wash their hands frequently with soap and water, especially: on arrival; before and after meals; after using the toilet; after blowing nose, coughing or sneezing; after playing with shared toys; when taking medications/or helping with taking medications; and before and after handling food; after breaks.