The Block swings back into action in Melbourne

Production of The Block was brought to a grinding halt six weeks ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While Scott didn't wear any protective gear, production crew took extra precautions to protect the star - including wearing latex gloves, face shields and surgical masks. As building is deemed essential work, work was allowed to resume this week Protective measures: Due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus, The Block implemented a number of safety measures Staying safe: While Scott didn't wear any protective gear, production crew took extra precautions to protect the star - including wearing latex gloves, face shields and surgical masks Precaution: Several high-vis clad workers were seen milling around wearing protective surgical masks While the cast appeared to try their best at social distancing, there were moments on-set where this wasn't possible. Hands-on: At times a producer was seen standing close to Scott as they adjusted his microphone battery pack Helping hand: Scott was seen passing his mobile phone to a crew member during filming Difficult task: The tradies and contestants also struggled to maintain a significant distance between each other, given the hands-on nature of their work On Monday, The Block's executive producer Julian Cress revealed that a number of strict rules had been implemented on-set to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Getting the perfect shot: Elsewhere, camera operators positioned themselves next to Scott as they filmed a close-up sequence Taking no chances: On Monday, The Block's executive producer Julian Cress revealed that a number of strict rules had been implemented on-set to prevent the spread of coronavirus Careful: All cast and crew involved in the show are also required to have a flu shot, while Channel Nine also employed a nurse to conduct daily temperature checks on set Rules: Additionally, there are signs outside each room about practising social distancing, as well as a reminder of how many people are allowed in one space at any given time Online only: Contestants must also do all their shopping online, and are supplied tablets by producers for their online orders, as well as for video conferencing Contestants must also do all their shopping online, and are supplied tablets by producers for their online orders, as well as for video conferencing.