Code of Conduct for Club Coaches, Officials & Volunteers

The essence of good ethical conduct and practise is summarised below. All club coaches, officials and volunteers must:

• Consider the well being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with performers based on mutual trust and respect.
• Hold the appropriate, valid qualification and insurance cover.
• Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part and ensure all participants are suitable prepared physically and mentally when learning new skills.
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance, Dressing suitably and not using inappropriate language at any time whilst involved with club activities.
• Never consume alcohol immediately before or during training or events.
• Obtain prior agreement from the parent/guardian of the performers before transporting them anywhere (training/competitions)
• Never have performers stay overnight at your home.
• Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Always report any incidents, referrals or disclosures immediately, following the appropriate guidelines set out in the BG Child Protection procedures.
• Never condone rule violations or use of prohibited substances.
• Make sure that confidential information is not divulged unless with the express approval of the individual concerned.
• Promote the positive aspects of sport.
• Encourage performers to value their performances and not just results.
• Follow all guidelines laid down by BG and MK Springers.

 

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