MONDAY, 11 MAY 2020
National Cabinet has endorsed three-step plan for COVID-19
Please note, the following content is current as of 11 May, 2020.
The National Cabinet met Friday 8 May 2020 to finalise the three-step plan to gradually remove baseline restrictions and make Australia COVID-safe.
Each state and territory is moving between the steps on the pathway at different times, in line with their current public health situation and local conditions. A summary of the differences and all ESSA requirements is as below.
National Cabinet also committed to regular reviews and stocktake assessments of progress every three weeks. It will be closely monitoring the situation as restrictions are eased. This will enable it to assess the:
· impact of changes
· track progress against the agreed precedent conditions
· determine the pace of moving through the steps
· and make any further decisions.
If there are increases in case numbers or outbreaks, then the dates for moving to the next stage may be delayed.
Please click here for a PDF of full run down of changes nationally and per state.
Other key FAQS:
What is a rehabilitation facility?
A rehabilitation facility is defined as the facility necessary for the clinical intent or treatment goal of improving the functional status of a client with an impairment, disability or handicap as per this Department of Health definition.
What is a clinic?
A clinic is a space for allied health professionals to assess, diagnose and treat clients and provide ongoing specialist management of chronic and complex conditions.
What is essential allied health clinical care?
Clinical care is defined by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care as the care clients should be offered by health professionals and health services for a specific clinical condition or defined clinical pathway in line with current best evidence.
What are the rules about outdoor classes?
Most state governments have set different dates to introduce outdoor classes with a requirement for social distancing to be observed (ESSA recommends 2-4m apart depending on the intensity of the exercise being undertaken).
When will commercial gyms open?
Most state governments have set different dates for commercial gyms to open.
Can I use a gym space if my clinical treatment room is within this space?
No - clinical treatment room in gyms where gyms are shut are still closed. Car parking areas (for boot camps) associated with gyms are also shut if gyms are also shut.