St Mirren have taken steps to react to ongoing coronavirus issues in their squad by hiring two experts they hope will improve the club's overall response to the pandemic.
The Buddies have been at the centre of several outbreaks since their return to action in the Scottish Premiership, with their last two matches against Motherwell and Hamilton both being postponed.
The SPFL are now investigating the circumstances surrounding those call-offs, and the Saints have moved to strengthen their approach to dealing with the virus by bolstering their staff.
Former Scottish Police Federation chairman and ex-St Mirren player Brian Docherty has been hired as the club's first safeguarding and quality manager, while risk management experts Dr Kevin Pollock has been brought in to review and enhance the club’s internal processes.
Chief executive Tony Fitzpatrick believes the appointments will help to bolster St Mirren's response to the deadly virus.
He said: "The postponement of our two games following positive tests amongst playing staff was disappointing.
"Everyone associated with the club has a paramount duty to do whatever it takes to make sure we absolutely minimize the risk of any infection.
"That’s why we have appointed Brian and Kevin, both of whom have close and longstanding links to the club, to help us tackle this continued very real risk to society and our club.
" These two senior appointments significantly strengthen the infrastructure within the club and will enhance our capabilities.
"Every single member of staff at the club, at all levels, knows that our approach to this challenge has to be as professional and robust as possible.
"We are committed to leaving no stone unturned and look forward to the contribution both Brian and Kevin will make."
