Child Protection – Code of Practice
- DO put this code into practice at all times
- DO treat everyone with dignity and respect
- DO set an example you would wish others to follow
- DO discuss all aspects of coaching with the parent/legal guardian
- DO treat all young peopleequally. Show no favouritism#
- DO make sure that there is more than one other person present, or at least be within sight and
hearing of others at all times - DO respect a young person’s right to personal privacy
- DO avoid unacceptable situations within a relationship of trust e.g. a sexual relationship with a
youth member over the age of consent - DO allow young people to talk about any concerns they may have
- DO encourage others to challenge any attitudes or behaviours they do not like
- DO avoid being drawn into inappropriate attention seeking behaviour e.g. tantrums and crushes
- DO make everyone aware of the child protection procedures – young people, parents/carers and
other helpers - DO remember this code even at sensitive moments e.g. when responding to bullying,
bereavement or abuse - DO keep other officials informed of where you are and what you are doing
- DO remember someone else might misinterpret your actions, no matter how well-intentioned
- DO take any allegations or concerns of abuse seriously and refer immediately
- DO NOT trivialise abuse
- DO NOT form a relationship with a young person, that is an abuse of trust
- DO NOT permit abusive peer activities e.g. bullying
- DO NOT engage in inappropriate behaviour or contact; physical, verbal, sexual
- DO NOT make suggestive remarks or threats to a young person, even in fun
- DO NOT use inappropriate language, writing, phoning, email or internet
- DO NOT let allegations, suspicions, or concerns about abuse go unreported
- DO NOT just rely on your good name to protect you
- DO NOT allow a junior to help with taking down and moving target bosses
- DO NOT let a junior borrow your bow – the poundage may be too great for them