PEACE UNITED PASTORAL CHARGE | Plattsville, ON |  COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

GENERAL RULES/INFORMATION:
  • Provincial and local health guidelines (Southwestern Public Health) shall be followed at all times.
  • Social distancing of 2m or 6 ft. must be maintained at all times.
  • Masks are mandatory, unless you are unable to wear a mask for medical reasons.. Masks must be worn for your entire time in the building.
  • Please bring your own mask, if not -- a mask will be provided
  • Sanitize your hands with the provided hand sanitizer. For people with sanitizer sensitivity issues please use the soap and water in the washroom.
  • All entrants to the building, including key holders, must use the Front Door entrance.  Sign-in sheets for use as you enter the building will be located at the Front Door and must be completed each time you enter..
  • All persons will be required to Self Screen according to the  Health questions located at the entrance.
  • All persons must sign in with their name, time in and contact info—phone and address. This is for tracking who is in attendance for worship and other events as they occur.


If you are feeling ill or caring for someone who is ill or in the high-risk category you are asked to avoid attending church services.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms: fever, cough, sneezing, runny nose, tiredness, shortness of breath, please self isolate and get tested

Peace United Worship  
Peace United Pastoral Charge  
ADDENDUM - November 14, 2021 
 The following amendments have been made and are in accordance with the Southwestern Public Health COVID-19 Guidelines for Places of Worship, November 1, 2021   Version 20.0.   
It states: 
Those who opt to require patrons to show proof of vaccination are exempt from capacity and physical distancing requirements.  
  • All attendees are required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or proof of valid exemption, as well as proof of identification. 
  • Passive screening of all attendees is required.  (A sign is posted at the entrance about not entering if you have COVID-19 symptoms.) 
  • Those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms are not to attend, even if the symptoms are mild. 
  • Face coverings are mandated in indoor spaces.  Face coverings must cover the nose, mouth and chin.  A supply of disposable face coverings is available for individuals who forget to bring one.  
  • Contact Information for attendees must be collected and retained for 30 days. 
  • Physical contact is to be discouraged. 
 WORSHIP PREPARATION
  •  All attendees will be expected to Self Screen according to the Health questions located at the entrance.

WORSHIP DAY
  • All attendees will be registered upon arrival.
  • Following the registration process, attendees will be directed to their assigned seats on the instructions of an USHER.
    •    Some aisles, pews and the balcony will be closed..
    • Attendees will be seated from the front to the back. Exiting will be from the back row first and then each successive row until the rows at the front of the sanctuary are vacant. Please proceed directly outside and away from the building.
    •  All attendees will exit through the Front Door to limit contact with others.
    •   Seats have been pre-marked to ensure social distancing. Families and couples that reside in the same household will be allowed to sit closer than 2m. in designated pews or seats.
    1. •    The Cloak room areas will not be in use --whatever you carry or wear must go to the seats with you.
    2. •    During the service there will be no singing. Music will be for listening and enjoying.
    3. •    Participants in the service – eg readers - will enter from the front of the sanctuary (through the choir room) and be seated in the front pew for the entire service.
    4. •    Masks will be worn by all participants in the service.
    5. •    No Paper bulletins. The bulletin will be projected on the screen.
    6. •    Offering envelopes will be placed in the Offering Plates located at the back of the seating section.
    7. •    There will be no Communion Services until further notice.
    8. •    All physical contact should be avoided.


ELEVATOR USE
  •     An usher/attendant will be available to assist those requiring use of the elevator.
    •  If you wish to use the elevator, indicate so upon registration and an attendant will come to direct you.
    • Only one passenger will accompany the attendant at a time.
    • An usher/attendant will greet the passenger and direct them upon arrival at the sanctuary level.
    • Following the service, those requiring elevator use should remain in the pew until everyone else has exited the sanctuary.
    •  Those accompanying individuals using the elevator should wait for them outside following the service.  The attendant will assist the individual to the outside meeting area.


SINGING
  • Music will be for listening and enjoying.  There will be NO group singing.
  •   A soloist at least 4 metres from the congregation and wearing a face covering during the performance is permissible.

COUNTING the OFFERING
  •   Gloves will be provided for volunteers handling cash or cheques. Social distancing must take place while counting.
  •   Cleaning of all machines, pens, computer and /or other equipment will occur following usage.  (Disinfectant wipes will be available.)


CHILDREN ACTIVITIES
  •     There will be no programming for the children
  •     All children/youth must stay in the sanctuary with parents.


FELLOWSHIP ACTIVITIES
  •   There will be no drinks or refreshments after worship. Please proceed from the sanctuary to the outside of the building at the end of worship.

DEALING WITH DIFFERENT SECTIONS OF THE CHURCH
WASHROOMS
  •     During church services and regular days, only the main floor washrooms are available for use.
  •    Only one person will be admitted at a time unless assistance is required. During Worship services, please notify an usher after use to allow for proper cleaning.
  •   Remember to wash with soap and water for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer
  •  Disinfectant wipes, paper towels, etc. will be available in the washroom if you wish to access them.
  • The washrooms will be regularly monitored for cleaning and sanitizing.


CHURCH OFFICES
  •   Everyone must wear a mask.
  •    Visitors to the office must adhere to social distancing.
  •    People are encouraged to make an appointment to see the Minister in the office at the discretion and comfort level of the minister
  •   Cleaning and sanitizing of the offices will take place regularly.
OTHER SPACES IN THE BUILDING


FRIENDSHIP ROOM, KITCHEN AND HALL​
   These areas are all closed and are not to be accessed.

GENERAL CLEANING
This includes but is not limited to: door handles, hand rails, tabletops, pew backs, collection plates, microphone and stand, audio/video equipment, laptop and table, lighter and piano shall be sanitized.
Cleaning will be done by the custodian. Use of the building is limited to the areas specified as opened.


OTHER INFORMATION
    • •    COVID-19 self assessment signs are posted at the Front Entrance.
    • •    Hand washing signs are posted in high visibility areas.
    • •    Face Covering signs are posted at all entrances and in high visibility areas.


Be reminded, this document is a working document and hence as things change it will be updated.


Thank you for your co-operation, your patience and your understanding.


The Re-Opening Committee of Peace United Pastoral Charge
August, 2021     


Peace United Worship
Peace United Pastoral Charge
                                     
ADDENDUM - September 1, 2021


The following amendments have been made and are in accordance with the Southwestern Public Health COVID-19 Guidelines for Places of Worship, August, 27, 2021.


SINGING:
Participants may join in congregational singing provided:​
  •    all individuals are a minimum of 2 metres from individuals outside their household and their face coverings are worn. 


COMMUNION:
Communion may be part of worship provided:
  •  participants pick up their individually sealed Communion elements before entering the sanctuary    
  • all individuals are a minimum of 2 metres from individuals outside their household and their face coverings are worn until the partaking of the elements

PEACE UNITED PASTORAL CHARGE                                                          Plattsville  ON 
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS 
Facility Rentals 
November 15, 2021 
Rentals will be governed by the current COVID-19 government and Southwestern Public Health protocols.  Rentals could be denied or cancelled based on these or future protocol directions. 
Documents referenced: 
  • A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long Term 
  • Guidance for Event Spaces during COVID-19 in Step 3   October 27, 2021     Version 17.0 
A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long Term states:   
October 25, 2021 
Lift capacity limits where proof of vaccination is required in meeting and event spaces (indoors) 

The following Guidelines must be met: 
1. The following information must be collected and retained for 30 days: 
  • name and contact information of at least one person in each party 
  • date and check-in/check-out times 
On request, this information must be disclosed to the Medical Officer of Health or a public health inspector for contact tracing 
2. Screening all attendees is required.  If they are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, they should stay home and get tested. 
3. Proof of vaccination is required to enter indoor areas of the meeting/event space (with limited exceptions) and must be verified. 
4. All attendees must wear a face covering when in the indoor area.  Face coverings can be temporarily removed while eating and drinking. 
5. Hand sanitizer must be available for attendee use. 
6. Discourage physical interactions - hugs, handshakes, high fives, etc. 
7. Discourage sharing of items. 



Location

Peace United, Plattsville 

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