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DYC
Canoe Section
Child
Protection and Harrassment Policy
The
Club Welfare Officer is :
Louise
Bicknell tel 07913
744411 yogilou@hotmail.com
Any
member with concerns about issues of possible abuse or inappropriate
behaviour should first contact Louise and raise their concerns with her.
The
Canoe Section of Dartmouth Yacht Club is fully committed to safeguarding
the well-being of its members. All members should show respect and
understanding for the rights, safety and welfare of others, and conduct
themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the Club.
We
believe that taking part in the clubs activities should be a positive
and enjoyable part of children's lives and to achieve this have the
following aims:
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Club
coaches should follow the BCU Code of Ethics
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All
Club coaches, helpers and officials working with young people should
read and adhere to the BCU Child Protection and Harassment Policy.
See
BCU
child protection resources
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The
Club will follow the guidance of the policy in the event of any
concerns or allegations.
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The
Club will ensure that anyone working with young people undertake a
screening procedure. This
will include a CRB check and no person failing a CRB check shall be
used as a club coach.
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All
Club members are made aware of the Club Code/s of Conduct.
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The
Club will obtain written Medical details of young paddlers which
will be made known to coaches where deemed appropriate and/or
necessary.
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The
club will encourage and support helpers to gain qualifications and
assist coaches to stay up-dated.
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The
Club will appoint a Club Welfare Officer whose role it is to deal
with any issues concerning Child Protection and Harassment and
notify this person to all members. Anyone
with concerns with respect to Child Abuse or Harassment should
contact that person. If that person is unavailable they can contact
the Commodore of the Yacht Club or the BCU Child Protection
/Harassment Officer.
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