covid 19 policy statement and screening

Clannlife Fitness at The Pillo Hotel is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all our workers and customers.

To ensure that, we have developed the following COVID-19 Response Plan.

All managers, supervisors and workers are responsible for the implementation of this plan and a combined effort will help contain the spread of the virus.

We will:

  • Continue to monitor our COVID-19 response and amend this plan in consultation with our workers.
  • Provide up to date information to our workers on the Public Health advice issued by the HSE and Gov.ie
  • Display information on the signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and correct hand- washing techniques.
  • Provide an adequate number of trained Worker Representative(s) who are easily identifiable and put in place a reporting system.
  • Inform all workers of essential hygiene and respiratory etiquette and physical distancing requirements.
  • Adapt the workplace to facilitate physical distancing.
  • Keep a log of contact / group work to help with contact tracing.
  • Have all workers attend an induction / familiarisation briefing.
  • Develop a procedure to be followed in the event of someone showing symptoms of
    COVID-19 while at work or in the workplace.
  • Provide instructions for workers to follow if they develop signs and symptoms of COVID-19 during work.
  • ​Intensify cleaning in line with government advice.
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All managers, supervisors and workers will be consulted on an ongoing basis and feedback is encouraged on any concerns, issues, or suggestions. This can be done through the Worker Representative Committee.


  1. You believe that you may NOT currently have COVID-19
  2. You have NOT had any of the following symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 14 days:
    1. High Temperature (38 degrees Celsius or over)
    2. New unexplained shortness of breath
    3. A new continuous Cough
    4. Loss of Sense of smell, of taste or distortion of taste
  3. You have NOT been in close contact with anyone who currently has COVID-19

  4. If you do NOT agree with ANY of the above statements, please do not book in to Clannlife Fitness.​ Stay at home and contact your GP by phone for further advice.

terms & conditions

  1. Before undertaking in any gym sessions, classes or attending the pool you must inform an instructor or member of staff of any medical conditions you have which may be affected by exercise or over exertion.
  2. There are some risks associated with participating in fitness classes or exercising and although we will do our part to make Clannlife as safe as possible, you are using Clannlife Fitness at your own risk.
  3. Swimming Hats must be always worn in the swimming pool and hydrotherapy area.
  4. Swimsuit – Woman: one piece or bikini, Men: Swim Shorts, Speedos, or gym shorts. This
    applies to the Sauna, Steam room and showers on the poolside as well as in the swimming pool. Some costumes may fade after immersion in the Jacuzzi. Check the suitability of your costume before you enter the Jacuzzi. Management cannot be held responsible for this.
  5. Children under the age of 16 years must be always accompanied by an adult (18yrs plus).
  6. Children under the age of 16 years are not allowed in the Gym.
  7. Children under the age of 16 years are not allowed in the Sauna, Steam room or Jacuzzi.
  8. Children 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water within arm’s
    reach always.
  9. There must be 1 adult to every 2 children aged 8 years and under.
  10. Children’s hours are 10am -7pm every day.
  11. Diving, Jumping, running, petting and boisterous behaviour is not permitted.
  12. The use of toiletries is prohibited in the pool area.
  13. Flip Flops or similar pool footwear is recommended in the pool area.
  14. Shoe covers are compulsory in the pool and shower areas over outdoor shoes.
  15. You must leave the pool area 20 minutes before closing to allow time for showers and
    staff to lock up.
  16. Always shower and use the toilet facilities before entering the pool area.
  17. Leave the Jacuzzi immediately if you become nauseous, giddy, or feel faint and inform a
    member of staff as soon as possible.
  18. Swim Nappies are compulsory for babies and children under the age of 3 years.
  19. No buggies/car seats/rock-a-tots are allowed on the poolside.
  20. Please note that the pool may be closed during Aquafit (45mins) if numbers reach 30
    people. Sauna, Steam room and Jacuzzi will be still available for use.
  21. No device that takes a photograph is allowed on the poolside & not photography of the
    pool area is allowed from reception at any time.
  22. Tampering with any equipment, or leisure facilities is not permitted and will lead to
    termination of membership.
  23. Do not use Sauna, Steam room or Jacuzzi without first seeking medical advice if you are pregnant, have Heart Disease, Diabetes, Epilepsy, suffer from high or low blood pressure, or any medical condition that could be made worse by use of the Sauna, Steam Room or Jacuzzi, or if using any anticoagulants, antihistamines, vasoconstrictor, vasodilator, stimulants, hypnotics, narcotics, or alcohol.
  24. Do not use the Sauna, Steam room or Jacuzzi if you have open or infected wounds.
  25. You must arrive in time for fitness classes, otherwise you will not be allowed to join in.
  26. During Covid-19 you must leave the pool and changing area 10 mins before the end of
    your hour, to allow time for cleaning.
  27. Appropriate clothing i.e. shorts/gym bottoms, gym top and runners should be worn in
    the gym.
  28. All gym users must bring their own small gym towel for personal use in the gym.
  29. All machines must be wiped down with disinfectant and blue towels, which are provided
    in the gym.
  30. All relevant protocols issued by Clannlife Fitness must be adhered to.
  31. You must obey all Covid-19 notices, agree to adhere to all social distancing notices,
    sanitise hands and wear a mask in certain areas. You must abide by any directions given
    by club officers while on premises specific to Covid-19 health and safety measures.
  32. Weights and equipment must be put back in their proper place when finished using, or
    during Covid-19 be given to a member of staff in the gym to clean and sanitize them.
  33. Mask must be worn when entering Clannlife Fitness and into the Changing Rooms, may
    be taken off in the Pool area, and the Gym area or during classes.
  34. You must leave the gym area 10 min before the end of your hour slot to allow for
    cleaning.
  35. You must bring your own water bottle to Clannlife Fitness.
  36. You must book your session with “Clannlife Fitness Sign me up” before you arrive to use
    Clannlife Fitness and you must be a current member to do this.

We want you to enjoy your experience here in Clannlife Fitness and the responsibility is with every individual to follow policies, procedures, notices, and instructions from staff.

If everybody does this it will make it a safer place for you to train and get the most out of your experience with us. If you have any questions or queries, please ask a member of our team.