HRNSW – COVID-19 Face Masks

Effective 1 August 2020, all licensed persons and essential staff are required to wear a face mask when it may not be possible for social distancing to be achieved.

 

The following conditions are compulsory and all persons MUST wear a mask.

 

·      During Sample collection (Pre and Post Race);

·      When attending a Steward’s room;

·      When attending a Driver’s change room/bathroom;

·      At any other time as directed by HRNSW Stewards or Integrity Staff.

 

Any participant with a medical condition or a physical disability which may restrict the ability to wear a mask must wear a scarf or similar face covering. An exemption letter from a medical practitioner must be provided to HRNSW in support of this position.   

 

It will be the responsibility of the individual to bring their own mask to a race meeting. Failure to present with a mask under the compulsory conditions may result in Stewards taking action against the individual pursuant to Australian Harness Racing Rule (AHRR) 238.

 

AHRR 238 – A person shall not fail to comply with any order, direction or requirement of the Controlling Body or the Stewards relating to harness racing or to the harness racing industry. 

 

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