All staff appointed to the team will have signed this Code of Conduct, and will have attended Child Protection Training.

Statement of Commitment from Swimmers

Sudbury & District Swimming Club requires the following commitment from swimmers on acceptance of selection to the Sudbury & District Swimming Club Team:-

·          Accept responsibility to maintain high level of fitness up to and including the competition for which selected.

·          Notification of relevant health and fitness conditions that may affect anticipated performance objectives in any competition for which selected.

·          To give adequate notification of any factors which may necessitate declining to participate in any element of the programme for which selected or eligible for selection.

·          Team kit and equipment shall be worn as directed by the team manager when competing for Sudbury & District Swimming Club,

·          Punctuality on all occasions is essential. 

·          Respect coaches and other swimmers and all others associated with swimming

·          Comply with the instructions of the coaching staff

·         Comply with all rules and regulations of the host facility

Behaviour and Personal Conduct

·         Behaviour and personal conduct must at all times be of a high standard and designed to reflect favourably on the sport and the Club. Any other behaviour is unacceptable.

·         Language in public or relevant group situations must always be appropriate and socially acceptable.

·         Alcohol and tobacco products are forbidden for use by athletes under age as defined by law.

·         Information on all medication and supplements being taken should be reported to the team manager.

Sanctions

Breaches of the Code of Conduct shall be dealt with in the first instance by the appointed team manager. He/she shall report any incident to the club committee who may take such further action as deemed necessary.