As Clubs, Bars and Taverns get ready for re-opening from the 11th of next month, the Ministry of Commerce and Trade has set out COVID Safe Operation Protocols which states that to maintain physical distancing, dancing is strictly not permitted.
The protocols also states the setting/sitting arrangement of the establishment to be such that there is no space for dancing; only allow for 2 metres distancing between tables and the establishment or the customers must not move furniture to create space for dancing.
It also says only 20 percent of the crowd can stand at any given time and this is to be managed by the establishment.
Also part of the protocols are that music/live entertainment including live music singing without a face covering from a well-defined and well-ventilated area separated from the customers is allowable, however volume should allow for normal conversation (no yelling/ shouting).
The protocols further states customers must not share glasses, bilos and cutlery amongst themselves.
A maximum of 10 customers per bubble is allowed with 2 metres distance between each bubble. Each table is to be considered as a bubble and customers to remain in their respective bubble. Outdoor seating, where available, must be opened.
Customers can only remove masks at the point of consuming their meals/ drink.
All eligible persons (employees, customers and clients) must be fully vaccinated and present their respective vaccination cards in order to enter the premises.
Businesses can operate at 80% capacity of the venue with a strict 2 metres physical distancing.
Any person who fails to comply with the mandatory requirements under this protocol as ordered by the Permanent Secretary for Health and Medical Services commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5 years or both under the Public Health Act 1935.
In addition, the approvals provided to the business may be revoked.
