RYA Calls for Limited and Controlled Access to Boats

LONG_KEELER said:
I think that raises a problem i.e. employees having to work closely with each other. Some
companies would be happy to do it and some won't . Particularly, as mentioned, there may be no incentive to do it. I'm thrilled that some of us will be able to access our boats which was more than I think we hoped for at this time.

I have two Tesco Extra stores within walking distance that I have visited about every other day. I'm amazed how the staff are subject to 100's of customers but just seem to carry on with their work. Generally, they are very young though. I'm guessing that most marina staff are getting on a bit.
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It's varied a lot from marina to marina, some boat yards have worked as normal, it's not hard for most of them maintain some distance. I've seen some tradesmen working close together, but i guess they know each other well and are otherwise taken precautions. Some marinas have completely closed, but in a lot of those cases they don't have workshops etc. Although some workshops have also closed, bit of a mixed bag.

On a brighter note, i had a letter from the management at Shotley marina, they are starting back to work. There will be no public in the workshops or working parts of the yard. No owners to be present when the boats get launched or lifted and scrubbed, but there will be no charges made for the yard staff to move boats to and from berths and the hard. That gets a (y)from me (even though i'm in the water already). Summer special prices for lift and scrub or week on the hard will begin 1st June as normal, so another (y)
 
Bob@SYH said:
In response to this we have updated our information about access to SYH on our website and Facebook pages this afternoon.

Many thanks.
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Brilliant news that access is allowed for maintenance and security checks from Wednesday, and that boat movements resumed on Monday. Thanks for updating the website. Obviously no sailing until Harwich Haven Authority remove the restrictions, but it does mean that berth holders can ready their boats and check that all is well.
 
alandalus11 said:
There is no ban on travel outdoors Extract from Gov Document
People may drive to outdoor open spaces irrespective of distance, so long as they respect social distancing guidance while they are there, because this does not involve contact with people outside your household.

Extract from Gov Document
as well as exercise, people can now also spend time outdoors subject to: not meeting up with any more than one person from outside your household; continued compliance with social distancing guidelines to remain two metres (6ft) away from people outside your household; good hand hygiene, particularly with respect to shared surfaces; and those responsible for public places being able to put appropriate measures in place to follow the new COVID-19 Secure guidance.

So if your time spent outdoors is to do maintenance on your boat then that is under new rules allowed. It say it in black and white. If one wants to drive from the south of England to the Scottish border to take a walk then that is not essential but under the rules one can. I may be wrong on this and please put me right if I am, but that is what it allows you to do.

Google - CP239
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Thanks, that makes is clear.

One question, if I work on the outside of the boat, then this is allowed. What is the situation if I do work inside the boat? I will no longer be outside, nor will I be at home, so will I be in breech of the regulation?
 
Gitane said:
Thanks, that makes is clear.

One question, if I work on the outside of the boat, then this is allowed. What is the situation if I do work inside the boat? I will no longer be outside, nor will I be at home, so will I be in breech of the regulation?
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Use your own common sense as Bozo asked you to
 
there is a steady stream of boats heading down river on the Helford River,still no news from Falmouth Harbour commisioners on lifting the boating ban
 
This guidance sets out the key principles of enjoying the benefits of being outside, while protecting yourself and others from coronavirus.
The risk of the coronavirus being passed on to others outdoors is considered to be low as long as people maintain social distancing.
In England you can leave your home to exercise and spend time outdoors for recreation.
You can now:
  • spend time outdoors, including exercise, alone, with your household, or with one person who is not in your household as long as you stay two metres apart
  • exercise more than once a day
  • take part in other outdoor sports and activities, including fishing - on your own, with your household, or with one other person while adhering to social distancing rules
  • drive to outdoor open spaces, including beaches and beauty spots, irrespective of distance. You should travel in a private vehicle, alone or with members of your own household.
  • you should check first if facilities, such as car parks, are open to receive visitors and, when in the countryside, continue to follow the Countryside Code by respecting the local community and protecting the natural environment
  • go swimming in either lakes or the sea as part of daily exercise provided that social distancing guidelines are observed - you cannot use public indoor and outdoor pools
  • all forms of water sports practiced on open waterways, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing, paddle-boarding and the use of privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority) are allowed. You can continue to use towpaths for walking, running and cycling, being mindful of other users and people living in boats along the water
There are no restrictions on how far you can travel to get to the countryside. However, you cannot visit and stay overnight at a holiday home or second home.
To stay safe, you must take hygiene precautions when you are outside, and wash your hands as soon as you are back indoors, and keep at least two metres apart from anyone outside your household at all times.
Please see the latest government guidance on social distancing. The Cabinet Office has also published the following: Coronavirus outbreak FAQs: what you can and can’t do.
Please be aware that if you are experiencing symptoms of coronavirus illness (COVID-19) or at risk of severe illness if you catch coronavirus, then you should stay at home. See the latest guidance from Public Health England.
The government has also published Safer Public Places during Coronavirus in Urban Centres and Green Space which sets out how high streets and areas around transport hubs and parks can be managed and operated safely, giving people confidence to return to public spaces.
Coronavirus – Guidance on access to green spaces
 
alandalus11 said:
There lies the problem, the fact that we can practice watersports (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority). There seems to be a lag between what the harbour authority will allow and what the gov. allows. HHA still won't allow you back on the water as of yesterday.
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Their advice was issued before the clarification issued by DEFRA and the Government.I’ve emailed Harwich Haven Authority today through their website quoting the document and asking them to either amend their advice to remove the prohibition on sailing or to supply the evidence that they believes justifies a continued ban in the face of the Government and DEFRA confirming sailing is allowed. I recommend others do the same. Hopefully they are just trying to catch up and will amend soon but a bit of prompting cannot hurt.....
 
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