As you know, WA has entered what is considered to be a ‘high caseload phase’ of the COVID pandemic. COVID is present in the community, and we understand that many families have a high level of anxiety and concern.

This page will share some simple protocols we will be adhering to:

• If we have a positive case in the Calisthenics community
• If we have people who are close contacts in the Calisthenics community.

To ensure we are operating in line with the State Government guidelines in this high caseload environment.

Practical actions we can all take to keep each other safe

• IF YOU ARE UNWELL, PLEASE STAY HOME
• If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get tested
• Wear a face mask when required
• Practise physical distancing (keep at least 1.5 metres or two arms length from each other)
• Practise good personal hygiene (wash hands often with soap and water, or hand sanitiser and cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or use your elbow)
• Use the ServiceWA app or SafeWA app to check in at all venues

The obligations of every individual

Every individual has a right to privacy. If someone tests positive to COVID or are considered a close contact:

• They are obliged to follow the instructions given to them by the Department of Health
• They are not obliged to notify us (CAWA), their coach, team manager or team.

It’s very important to understand that the Department of Health is responsible for confirming and communicating COVID positive cases and close contacts.

• If someone in the Calisthenics community tests positive for COVID, they will receive instructions from the Department of Health regarding the testing and isolation protocols they need to follow. The Department of Health will then notify any close contacts.
• If someone in the Calisthenics community is considered to be a close contact, they will receive instructions from the Department of Health regarding the testing and isolation protocols they need to follow.

What we will do if notified about a COVID case or close contact

We will keep that person’s details confidential.

We will act in line with instructions from the Department of Health.  This may include:

• Providing the Department of Health with the contact details for everyone at a certain training session or event
• Cancelling training or an event
• Notifying our venues who will then also act in line with advice from the Department of Health to action things like a deep clean of the venue

How to notify CAWA if you are COVID-positive or a close contact

Even though you are not obliged to notify CAWA, you may still wish to let us know if you are COVID-positive or a close contact.  The best way to do so is via email to [email protected].

What you should do if you are a Club President, Coach or Club Official, and you are notified about a COVID case or close contact in your team?

If someone notifies you that they are COVID-positive or a close contact AND they’ve indicated they wish CAWA to be aware, please email their contact details to [email protected].

What if someone tells their whole team they are COVID positive?

If a teammate has let you know they are COVID-positive, please know that CAWA or Club is not able to provide you with advice as to whether you are a close contact.

The Department of Health will notify you, but only if they consider you to be a close contact.

If you feel sure you’re a close contact and are uncomfortable with the time it’s taking for the Department of Health to notify you, you can choose to:

• Consult the WA Health guidelines that define a close contact
• Follow the appropriate testing and isolation protocols for your situation as outlined here

Please note: While we may be able to do things like cancel training or events in situations where we know a team has been in the presence of a COVID-positive person, we do not have the capacity to advise individuals as to whether they are a close contact or not.  Only WA Health can do this.

Patience and privacy are important

We understand the anxiety and confusion people are feeling right now.  We are all experiencing the same. As this is a situation that’s changing constantly, it’s difficult to keep abreast of protocols and responsibilities.

We ask the Cali Community for patience and understanding as we navigate through this phase.  We also ask that everyone respects each other’s privacy during this time.

We don’t know what affect COVID will have on our events and competitions at this stage, but we have great people on our Board, and they are working hard to stay across everything and minimise the impact on our community where they can.

If you have worries or concerns that are not addressed by the above, please email [email protected].