Businesses are encouraged to visit the NSW Government’s COVID Safe Business webpage to undertake three easy steps:
Complete a COVID-19 Safety Plan following the industry-specific or general guidelines provided. Businesses can use the PDF template available online or create their own plan. Plans are not required to be submitted, however Public Health Orders state that some businesses must keep a copy of the plan on premises
Self register as a COVID Safe business - must have completed a COVID-19 Safety Plan
Show that the business is COVID Safe on premises (downloadable posters) and online (digital badges for use on social media, website and Google Maps)
The current industry-specific guidelines are relevant to some tourism operators including:
- Caravan parks and camping grounds
- Drive-in cinemas
- Markets: artisan, clothing, craft (non-food)
- Museums and galleries
- Pubs, clubs, bars, breweries and casinos
- Restaurants and cafes
- Zoos, reptile parks and aquariums
Other businesses that are not impacted by current restrictions should follow the guidelines for “all other industries” and check the page regularly for updates.
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the online tool would help businesses get back to work safely.
“With the recent easing of restrictions thousands of businesses are reopening their doors and welcoming back customers,” Ms Berejiklian said.
“We have put industry specific information under the one roof, including downloadable badges for businesses with COVID Safe plans to display in their premises, so customers know they have the tick of approval.
“Customers can also use the tool to provide feedback in real-time. Feedback is sent to the business and, if necessary, to the regulator for action.”
Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello said COVID Safe plans might include physical distancing, cleaning and record keeping requirements.
“Once businesses have completed the steps and finalised their COVID Safe plan they will be able to complete an online self-declaration,” Mr Dominello said.
“Businesses will also be provided with advice on how to integrate their COVID Safe status with Google Maps, giving customers a bird’s-eye view of COVID Safe businesses when searching online. This gives them peace of mind and an incentive for businesses to register.”
More restrictions are eased in NSW from tomorrow allowing food courts, fitness centres and gyms, some indoor recreation facilities (pools and saunas) and community centres to reopen with conditions. Further, the number of people allowed to gather outdoors increases to 20, while 20 people can visit a private residence.
See the latest health and government advice.
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