Pleasure craft movements during Phase Two of post-circuit breaker

19 Jun 2020 / Singapore

On 15 June 2020, the Multi-Ministry Taskforce announced the transition to Phase Two of re-opening after 18 June 2020, 2359H. Most business activities will be allowed to resume subject to safe distancing measures.

In line with Phase Two of re-opening, the restriction of pleasure craft movements for leisure/cruising purposes within the port limits of Singapore will be lifted from 19 June 2020, pursuant to section 43(c) of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act.

All pleasure craft1 when operating must comply with the safe distancing measures. Any gathering onboard the pleasure craft should not exceed five persons. This does not include the master/crew employed to operate the craft. All personnel onboard shall practise safe distancing by keeping at least one metre apart.

The pleasure craft should institute SafeEntry for contact tracing purposes. If SafeEntry is not possible, the craft must maintain a record of the passenger and crew manifest. In addition, temperature screening3 and checks on visible respiratory symptoms must be conducted before any person boards the craft. Persons with fever and/or who appear unwell should not board the craft and should seek medical attention immediately.

Pleasure craft licensed for commercial use (prefix SZH) operating dining cruises are required to comply with the measures for Food & Beverage Establishments, where applicable.

Social responsibility is critical in slowing the transmission of the virus. We urge everyone to uphold good personal hygiene and safe distancing measures such as washing hands regularly, wearing a mask when leaving the house, avoid outdoor activities if feeling unwell and see a doctor to prevent any potential transmission of illness to others. The SafeEntry should be used when required and one should check in and out using the TraceTogether application. Seniors who are especially vulnerable, should continue to exercise caution and stay at home as much as possible. More details on the safety measures to be taken can be found at https://www.gov.sg/article/moving-into-phase-2-what-activities-can-resume

(For information about operations in Singapore, contact GAC Singapore at [email protected])

Source: Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Circular No.28 of 2020 dated 18 June 2020

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