PSL suspends handshakes due to coronanvirus outbreak
"As the league, it is pertinent that we advise our clubs’ management, players, technical staff, match officials, match commissioners, sponsors, PSL staff and other stakeholders of the recent COVID-19 outbreak," the league said in a statement.
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has taken precautionary measures amid fears over the spread of coronavirus.
“As the league, it is pertinent that we advise our clubs’ management, players, technical staff, match officials, match commissioners, sponsors, PSL staff and other stakeholders of the recent COVID-19 outbreak,” the league said in a statement.
“This advice is to be wary of controllable risks factors. With several teams in the Absa Premiership and GladAfrica Championship, playing within the continent, we feel it is necessary for us to caution as a league.”
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Some precautionary measures include, but are not limited to:
1. Shaking of hands should be suspended to reduce spread risk.
2. When coughing, cough within the elbow or a tissue (dispose the tissue in the correct manner).
3. Wash hands frequently with soap and water or utilise waterless hand washes often especially after contact with individuals.
4. When handling public space materials (trolleys at airports and public spaces etc), it is advisable to, if possible, use disinfectant wipes on these items also to reduce risk.
5. Limit direct contact with individuals, for example, hand shaking, hugging as much as possible.
“Should an individual have flu-like symptoms and have travelled to one of the countries with a present outbreak, you should consult with your healthcare practitioner, but it is advisable to contact the coronavirus hotline number on 0800-29999 to speak to a dedicated practitioner to advise accordingly,” the PSL said in a statement.
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