FIVB
publishes return to Volleyball and Beach Volleyball Guidelines
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, August 7, 2020 – The FIVB
Medical Commission, has developed guidelines to help Continental
Confederations, National Federations and National Leagues create
a safe environment to restart volleyball and beach volleyball
activities, but only if permitted by local health and government
authorities.
The guidelines, though not intended to replace
local public health guidance, are an extensive set of best
practice health and safety measures. These measures are designed
to inform, guide and assist the global Volleyball Family in
mitigating the risk to all participants in the planning and
delivery of volleyball and beach volleyball events amid
COVID-19.
In particular, the guidelines stress the
importance of rigorous planning in cooperation with local health
authorities and medical experts prior to and during an event,
especially when considering fan attendance. This includes
reviewing the necessary social distancing protocols at
competition venues and training facilities and implementing
meticulous sanitisation measures, both in the venue and on
court. Meanwhile, participating teams are advised to establish a
consistent COVID-19 testing plan and minimise physical contact
between rallies.
In addition, specific guidelines are provided for
technical officials, such as sanitising the ball between
rallies, ensuring that opposing teams are adequately distanced
when changing ends after each set and eliminating the handshake
before and after matches.
The return to volleyball COVID-19 safety
guidelines for Continental Confederations,National Federations
and National Leagues can be downloaded here.
The return to beach volleyball COVID-19 safety
guidelines for Continental Confederations,National Federations
and event organisers can be downloaded here. |