Codes of Conduct

1.     Members and Guests

All Members and Guests of Albury Cricket Club and Albury Junior Cricket Club will:

Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person within the context of Cricket

Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or political belief

Not condone, or allow to go unchallenged, any form of discrimination if witnessed

Display high standards of behaviour

Promote the positive aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play

Encourage all participants to leam the Laws and rules and play within them, respecting the decisions of match officials

Actively discourage unfair play, rule violations and arguing with match officials

Recognise good performance not just match results

Place the well-being and safety of Young People above the development of performance

Ensure that activities are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual

Respect Young People's opinions when making decisions about their participation in Cricket

Not smoke, drink or use banned substances whilst actively working with Young People in the Club.

Not provide Young People with alcohol when they are under the care of the Club

Follow ECB guidelines set out in the "Safe Hands - Cricket's Policy for Safeguarding Children' and any other relevant guidelines issued

Report any concerns in relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB

In addition to the above, all Club Officers and Appointed Volunteers will:

·          Hold relevant qualifications and be covered by appropriate insurance

·          Always work in an open environment (i.e. avoid private or unobserved situations and     encourage an open environment)

·          Inform Players and Parents of the requirements of Cricket

·          Know and understand the ECB's 'Safe Hands - Cricket's Policy for Safeguarding Children'

 

2.     Junior Members and Young People

Albury Cricket Club is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its members.

Albury Cricket Club believes that it is important that members, coaches, administrators and parents/carers or guardians associated with the club should, at all times, show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others.

Therefore, members are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with Helen Holloway, the Club Safeguarding Officer

As a member of Albury Cricket Club you are expected to abide by the following junior code of conduct:

·          All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.

·          All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

·          Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.

·          Members must wear suitable kit - cricket whites- for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager.

·          Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.

·          Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions.

·          Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.