COVID -19 – Pablos

Pablos is open within our COVID-19 alert restrictions.

WHAT OMICRON PHASE 3 MEANS FOR PABLOS

What I need to do if I test positive for Covid 19?

Isolate for 7 days.
Inform your close contacts (including Pablos).

What I need to do if I am close contact?

You don’t need to get a test or self-isolate if you are a Close Contact. Monitor yourself for symptoms, and if you develop any, get a test.
If you have symptoms get a test and self-isolate until you receive your results
If you do not have symptoms, you only need a test if you are a Household Contact or have been told to get one by a health official.
Rapid antigen tests (RATs) are being rolled out to community testing centres around the country.

Will Pablos close if Staff get Covid 19?

Pablos will remain open unless we have staffing issues in which case we will need to close Pablos
Pablos will communicate as best as we can to inform members as situation changes

How do I stay safe and keep others safe while at Pablos?

Wear a mask.
Keep a distance of 1.5 metres.
Wash hands and use sanitiser.

Pablos Orange alert Studio Guidelines 10/01/2022

Kia ora e te whānau

Here is an update as to how our studio is maintained under current COVID-19 alert levels. Please see the link for full MoH guidelines

Ngā mihi o te tau hou and happy New Year.

Pablos is now offering services in line with the Ministry of Social Development’s COVID-19 vaccine guidelines. This means that as of January 10, 2022 artists will be required to present vaccine passports to be scanned when first entering the studio. If you are an artist that does not hold a vaccine pass, please see The Governments site to get your pass. If you are an artist who is unvaccinated, you can access Pablos workshop services via our social media and Zoom and attend our scheduled outdoor workshops (following all other COVID-19 traffic light guidelines). You can also ask a tutor about upcoming opportunities or getting an art pack of your own.

E noho ora mai rā and stay safe and well over the summer.

Please be aware that adjustments may be made to this as we get more information.

All rules and guidelines within the studio must be strictly adhered to.
Under COVID-19 Orange we will open the studio in limited capacity 2022.
The Studio will be open 10 – 4:30 daily Mon-Fri.
We are limited to 50 artists at any time.
A contact tracing log is to be completed by each individual on entering the studio.
Everyone in the studio must physically distance at 1 metre. You may be reminded of this at times, please don’t take offence.
Masks must be worn in the studio at all times (If you have a condition where masks are not an option notify us and we will come up with offsite solutions for you).
Masks, tissues, paper towels and other disposables that come into contact with your face or saliva should be disposed of in the clearly marked personal waste bins (with yellow striped lids).
You will be required to present a covid vaccine passport at most of our Monday outing destinations.
Clean hands upon entering the Studio and at regular intervals during your session.
Please clear and sanitise your work area and return materials to the art station after each session.
If you feel unwell, stay home.

We will keep you all updated as to any changes and developments to the guidelines as soon as we know what they are. If you have any queries, concerns or apprehensions around the safety of the space during this time let us know immediately and we will try to accommodate to the best of our abilities. Thank you for your patience and stay safe.

Ngā mihi nui,

Pablos team.

Kia ora tātou Pablos Whānau, Here are the restrictions as they stand under level 2 for .We have set up the studio for you so we can work effectively under level 2 Covid 19 restrictions. We have also put these guidelines in place for you so we can remain open, please read through them carefully (or go through them with a staff member if you prefer). It’s going to take a bit of patience and consideration for each other to get through this.

We can do this! New Studio Structure:

If you show any flu-like symptoms, have a dry cough or feel unwell do not come to the studio.
If the staff notice you have flu-like symptoms and/or a dry cough they may request you go home.
Everyone entering Pablos Art Studios will need to observe social distancing.
The studio will be open Monday to Friday 10 – 4:30 (unless there is a public holiday or otherwise specified)
Access to the workshop and use of speciality equipment such as the printing press will be under consultation by staff only.
The Kitchen is closed. Please bring ready made snacks and drinks.

When In the Studio:

You will be required to wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds on entering the studio.
There are masks at the entrance and everyone must wear one at all times.
You will fill out a contact trace form on entering and exiting the studio or scan the QR code.
You will be supplied with PPE upon entry.
Cough and sneeze into your elbow and avoid touching your face.
You will be required to wash your hands for 20 seconds and refresh your PPE after going to the toilet.
You will be allocated an area to sit and work in during your sessions.
You will maintain 1 metre distance between yourself and others at all times.
Additional materials or equipment will be issued to you by staff during your session or available from The Art Station.
You will not share your food or drinks.
You will be required to clear your workstation after your session and return any equipment to the Art Station so staff can disinfect it.

The studio may close again if these guidelines are not adhered to. These guidelines will be reviewed, updated regularly and may change over time. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause, thanks for your cooperation.

Ngā mihi nui,

Pablos Art Studios

Pablos Studio Guidelines 08/05/20

Kia ora tātou Pablos Whānau,

Welcome back to the studio. We have missed you. We have set up the studio for you so we can work effectively under Covid 19 restrictions. We have also put these guidelines in place for you so we can remain open, please read through them carefully (or go through them with a staff member if you prefer). As you can see we are getting back to some normality now.

Studio Structure:

If you show any flu-like symptoms, have a dry cough or feel unwell do not come to the studio.
If the staff notice you have flu-like symptoms and/or a dry cough they may request you go home.
Everyone entering Pablos Art Studios will need to observe social distancing.
Maximum number of artists in the studio at any time will be 15.
The studio will be open Monday to Thursday 10 – 4:30 & Friday 10 – 4 (unless there is a public holiday or otherwise specified).
Artists are allowed up to 3 days a week in the studio (please update your days with us).
The Studio will go back to the workshop program as indicated in the monthly studio timetable.

When In the Studio:

You will be required to wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds on entering the studio.
You will fill out a contact trace form on entering and exiting the studio.
Cough and sneeze into your elbow and avoid touching your face.
Please wash your hands regularly and use the sanitizer provided.
You will maintain 1 metre distance between yourself and others at all time.
You will not share your food or drinks.
You will be required to clear and clean your workstation after your session and return any materials and equipment to their place.

These guidelines will be reviewed, updated regularly and may change over time. Thanks for your cooperation.

Ngā mihi nui,

Pablos Art Studios

Covid 19 level 2 update

Pablos Art Studio is open from Monday May 25th 2020

Please be aware that adjustments may be made to this as we get more information.

Under Covid 19 Level 2 we will open the studio in limited capacity from Monday 25^th of May.
The Studio will be open 2 sessions daily Mon-Fri from 10:00 – 12:30 and 1:30 – 4:00pm.
You may choose up to 2 sessions a week through our booking system.
No more than 8 artists in the Studio at any one time.
You will be given a designated workspace for the duration of your session.
Staff will give you art materials and tools that will remain your responsibility.
Any specialised equipment and workshops to be arranged under consultation with staff.
Breaks and lunches to be taken in shifts to minimise contact.
PPE to be worn under worksafe guidelines.
A contact tracing log to be completed by each individual on entering and exiting the studio.
Level 2 Social Distancing must be adhered to.
All rules and guidelines within the studio will be strictly adhered to.

Understand that this is a tentative approach to the situation and may change from day to day, week to week or even month to month. We are hoping to get some sense of normality to the studio as soon as we are able to do so. Please work with us as this is all new to us as well and a lot of the time we know just as much as you do about this situation. In the meantime we are planning group meet-ups and workshops outside the studio (weather permitting) and have quite a bit of material up on facebook you can work with and we will continue building our online program. We will keep you all updated as to any changes and developments to the guidelines as soon as we know what they are. If you have any queries, concerns or apprehensions around the safety of the space during this time let us know immediately and we will try and accommodate to the best of our abilities. Thank you for your patience and stay safe.

Ngā mihi nui,

Pablos team.

23 March 2020

UPDATE: COVID – 19. Notification to Pablo’s Art Studio Staff, Artists, Caregivers and Visitors

Pablos Art Studio will be closed until further notice. Today (Monday 23) is the last day Pablos will be open and we are putting together art packs if you would like to drop in and collect. Artists are also welcome to come by today to borrow art books from our library.

We understand this may be disappointing but to contain the spread of COVID-19 this is the best action to take. We will be continuing to monitor advice from the Wellington City Council and Ministry of Health. The safety of our community is the main concern for us.

The art tutors are working on ways to support the Pablos community through this time. This will look like online tutoring, phone calls and supporting artists however possible. Arts Therapy sessions will continue online or by phone. We will keep you informed as we find alternative ways of supporting our community.

Please refer to the Ministry of Health website www.health.govt.nz for further information. We will keep you updated as the situation develops.

Kia kaha, kia māia, kia manawanui.

Be strong, be brave, be steadfast.

Pablos Staff and Committee.

16 March 2020

COVID – 19. Notification to Pablo’s Art Studio Staff, Artists, Caregivers and Visitors

Over the weekend the Government has taken significant action to limit the spread of Covid19, and two more cases confirmed in NZ, including one in Wellington. As the situation evolves, risk factors and preventative actions (recommended by the Ministry of Health) should be noted:

Every staff member and artist will be required to wash their hands on entering the studio. There is soap and handitowels in the kitchen and bathroom areas. Staff and public will be required to wash hands on entering the gallery. Please wash hands for at least 20 seconds, and dry thoroughly. Please regularly wash your hands while in the studio.

Any artists or staff that have returned from overseas, or live with someone who has returned from overseas in the last two weeks (from March 2) are required to stay away from Pablo’s premises for a period of two weeks.

If you are feeling unwell or are displaying any symptoms, (sneezing, coughing, high temperature, shortness of breath), please call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or your GP and follow their advice. If you are at Pablo’s and begin to experience the above symptoms please leave Pablo’s premises immediately and call Healthline or your GP.

Limit contact with others on Pablo’s premises, for example do not shake hands, hug or kiss others.

Clean and disinfect frequently used communal surfaces and objects – doorknobs, cooking and eating surfaces.

For staff engaged in outreach programs, please refer to the plans and requirements of outreach agencies.

Please refer to the Ministry of Health website www.health.govt.nz for further information. We will keep you updated as the situation develops.

Pablos Staff and Committee