Code of Conduct
The West Coast Swimming Club requires all of its members to adhere to a code of conduct to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those involved with the club. A printable copy of the code is available by clicking the link below. To become a member of our club parents, swimmers, coaches and associated volunteers agree to abide by the following code:
Do:
Treat everyone with respect and honesty (this includes staff, volunteers, students, children, young people, parents and caregivers)
Remember to be a positive role model to children in all your conduct with them.
Set clear boundaries about appropriate behaviour between yourself and the children in your organisation - boundaries help everyone to carry out their roles well.
Follow organisational policy and guidelines for the safety of children as outlined in your Child Safe Organisation's Policy.
Always have another adult present or in sight when conducting one to one coaching, instruction etc.
Raise any concerns, problems or issues with management as soon as possible.
Do not:
Engage in rough physical games including horseplay.
Develop and 'special' relationships with children that could be seen as favouritism such as the offering of gifts or special treatment.
Become involved with things of a personal nature that a child can do for themselves, such as going to the toilet or changing clothes.
Do:
Treat everyone with respect and honesty (this includes staff, volunteers, students, children, young people, parents and caregivers)
Remember to be a positive role model to children in all your conduct with them.
Set clear boundaries about appropriate behaviour between yourself and the children in your organisation - boundaries help everyone to carry out their roles well.
Follow organisational policy and guidelines for the safety of children as outlined in your Child Safe Organisation's Policy.
Always have another adult present or in sight when conducting one to one coaching, instruction etc.
Raise any concerns, problems or issues with management as soon as possible.
Do not:
Engage in rough physical games including horseplay.
Develop and 'special' relationships with children that could be seen as favouritism such as the offering of gifts or special treatment.
Become involved with things of a personal nature that a child can do for themselves, such as going to the toilet or changing clothes.
