The Department of Tourism has published an updated set of norms and standards to ensure the tourism sector’s safe operation during the country’s state of disaster.
The document’s objective is to introduce minimum universal practices that the sector will follow to prevent the spread of the Covid-19. The policy assumes that it will be some time before the pandemic subsides and aims to assure local and international travellers that South Africa’s tourism industry is sufficiently equipped to deal with the coronavirus.
The guideline applies to several sectors, including:
- Tourism establishments;
- Short-term rentals;
- Events;
- Weddings;
- Meetings;
- Exhibitions; and
- Accommodations.
While each sector has different requirements, the document indicates that the expectations are essentially the same – focusing on staff preparedness and providing a safe experience.
Staff and hosts preparedness
A person in charge of accommodation must:
- Train the host and staff on the health and…