Now that the Coronavirus pandemic has ended there are no major risks associated with playing bridge. Common sense and a courteous approach to other members should keep us all safe from harm.

1 General cleanliness of the premises

1.1 Venue Features: Door Knobs, light switches, etc.

No major risks to any of our members and guests

• Cleaning and disinfect objects and surfaces that are likely to be touched regularly.

• Providing hand washing facilities or hand sanitiser for all people coming in to the club

Staff from Gilroyd SC to ensure cleaning procedures carried out in accordance with their own Risk Assessment procedures

Member of Gilroyd SC staff.

Regularly and where possible before bridge sessions.

1.2 Venue Features: Catering Equipment

N/A

During a regular session we only consume tea or coffee or drinks from the bar – food is not served.

Staff members of the Gilroyd SC only to serve refreshments to players.

Staff members

Prior and during sessions.

Post information on BBC website.

1.3 Cash Handling

Player acquiring virus by touch.

The token system has reduced the handling of cash.

Ensure that players are aware of proposed new payment procedures

Already in place

Completed

1.4 Coats and Hats

No real danger to anyone now

No action required now that the pandemic has come to an end

None

N/A

N/A

1.5 Toilets and Outside Areas

Toilets will be available during the session

No real danger to anyone most of the time – however there are potential trip hazards outside.

Hot water/ soap and disposable towels are available in the toilets.

Ensure that exterior lighting is switched on before the end of a session particularly in winter months.

Toilets should be cleaned regularly to floors should always be dry and not slippy.

Any issues should be reported to the Steward.

Ask the Steward to switch on the outside lights before we leave.

BBC Committee members

Check toilets before each session.

Ensure the outside lights are on at the end of each evening session.

1.6 Bridge Club Equipment:

Duplicate Boards and Playing Cards Preparation before Session

No real danger to anyone.

No further action needed but we do still keep a stock of hand sanitiser in the bridge cabinet

No further action

N/A

N/A

1.7 Bridge Club Equipment:

Table covers

No real danger to anyone.

Table cloths / covers to be laundered regularly.

No further action.

Committee Member

Periodically.

1.8 Bridge Club Equipment:

Scoring Laptop

No real danger to anyone.

No further controls required.

Laptop should be wiped down and cleaned regulary.

Scorer / TD / Secretary

As and when required.

2. General Courtesy and Consideration towards other members

2.1 Players who are feeling unwell prior to a session

Other players present at that session.

Please do not attend the session and risk spreading germs or infections

Make sure that all members are aware of this rule and the high risk they may put fellow members at if they fail to adhere to it

Each individual who is unwell

Before attending each session.

2.2 Players coughing and / or sneezing during a session.

Other players present at that session.

If you develop these symptoms during a session please ensure that you cover your mouth when coughing and use a tissue when sneezing.

Try not to breath on other players to reduce the spread of germs.

Each individual who develops symptoms

During all sessions.

2.3 Players personal possessions

Any other player in the room

Make sure all your personal items are stored away safely – don’t leave them lying around to potentially become trip hazards.

Remind all members of their responsibilities.

TD / scorer

At start of play and posted on website.

2.4 Players accidentally spilling a drink

Any other player in the room

All drinks should be placed on the side tables provided.

If a drink is spilt it must be cleaned up immediately – do not wait until the end of a board or a round as someone may have slipped on the wet area by then

The person spilling the drink – or possibly their partner.

Each and every time a drink is spilt.