CODE OF CONDUCT: PARENTS & CARERS

As a responsible parent/carer of an athlete aged under 18, I will:
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• abide by the UKA and the HCAF Child Safeguarding Policy and Child Safeguarding Procedures

• abide by the UKA and the HCAF Adult Safeguarding Policy and Adult Safeguarding Procedures

• demonstrate respectful behaviour at all times

• set a good example and encourage my child to learn the rules of the sport and compete withinthem at all times

• help my child to recognise good performance and not just results

• make athletics fun

• never force my child to take part in sport if they do not want to

• never punish or belittle my child for losing or making mistakes

• use correct and appropriate language at all times

• check the qualifications and licences of people who are coaching or managing my child, or

• offering a service connected to athletics such as physiotherapy, massage or nutritional advice

• know exactly where my child will be and who they will be with at all times

• assume responsibility for safe transportation of my child to and from training and competition

• return any necessary written consent forms to the club/team manager or appropriate person,

• including next of kin details, health and medical requirements before my child goes to any away

• events or trips

• provide any necessary medical information and medication that my child needs for training or

• trips away

• report any concerns about my child’s (or any other child’s) welfare to the Club Welfare Officer or

• National Welfare Officer. (This does not affect your right to contact your local Social Services or

• the Police if you feel it is necessary)

• in no way undermine, put down or belittle athletes, coaches or practitioners.

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GOOD SPECTATOR BEHAVIOUR

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I understand that inappropriate pressure on children and poor behaviour of adult spectators can sometimes make children drop out of sport. I accept that this code promotes good spectator behaviour, and understand that if I verbally abuse children, coaches or officials, action will be taken.

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BREACH OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT

I understand that if I do not follow the code, action can be taken by my club and I may:

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• be asked to apologise for my behaviour

• receive a verbal or written warning from the club committee/HCAF

• be suspended from attending club training sessions and events

• be suspended from the club

• be required to leave the club.