Rospotrebnadzor has softened the requirements for sanatoriums because of the coronavirus: they will be able to open from June 1

Rospotrebnadzor changed the recommendations for the work of sanatoriums “in conditions of maintaining the risks of the spread of COVID-19”.

The document eliminates obviously impossible and excessive recommendations, which actually closed the opportunity for sanatoriums to open.

In general, it is hoped that the sanatorium and resort season will begin on June 1.

According to the statement of the head of Rostourism Zarina Doguzova, Rostourism, Rospotrebnadzor and the Ministry of Economic Development adjusted the recommendations, after which excessive requirements for business were excluded.

For example, the requirement for mandatory simultaneous settlement of all clients, the desire for a “full observation” of the institution in the detection of at least one coronavirus patient was removed. Detected waiting for hospitalization, and his number is disinfection.

“Thermometry” vacationers are offered to produce once a day, and “isolate” those who have signs of SARS. Employees should have a fresh – not “older” than seven days – certificate of absence of coronavirus, and it is advisable to undergo an additional check once a week.

Removed requirements for mandatory washable surfaces in the rooms and the absence of carpet and wallpaper in them – the finish “should allow wet cleaning and disinfection”, and if it is impossible, you can carry out “dry” cleaning.

Regarding food, it is desirable to organize meals in rooms, if impossible - according to the order system in dining rooms, but a buffet is also allowed - with observance of social distance. Distance rules should also be applied on beaches.

Representatives of the tour market say that the new rules give an opportunity to start the season. His fate will be decided at a meeting with the Governor of the Krasnodar Territory.