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Conduct and Child Protection

Compliance with the club’s conduct and child protection policy is a condition of membership. Copies are available on the club web-site, www.eastwoodcricket.org  Key features are:

-The interest of all members is important, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, culture, language, racial origin, religious beliefs. Safeguarding the wellbeing of disabled and junior members will be of paramount importance.

-High standards of conduct are expected, both on and off the field. Adult volunteers are expected to lead by example. Parents and guardians have a similar responsibility. Members may be suspended or membership terminated without refund in the event of unacceptable behaviour, including sledging and any form of bad sportsmanship or conduct. Substance abuse by members or their guests at any club activity in any location will not be tolerated.

-Team captains and other volunteers will be required to provide information and make declarations for screening purposes.

-Responsibilities of parents and guardians of juniors include child supervision, transport and the provision of relevant medical information. They should ensure that an event has not been cancelled and adequate supervision is available before dropping off. Children under ten should not be left unsupervised in any location at any time.

-Coaching and playing areas will be made as safe as possible while recognising that accidents may happen. Juniors must wear appropriate clothing and protective kit including helmets for hard ball cricket matches and practice sessions. Cricket nets can only be used with the authority of coaches and team managers. Where help is required for first aid two adults should assist whenever possible. Discrete and practical arrangements for changing facilities are required where juniors play mixed or in adult cricket.

-A number of adult volunteers, including The Club Welfare Officer, have been appointed to listen to and consider complaints. These people are called Committee Members and their names are displayed in the clubhouses. Information will be kept confidential and only shared by a small number of people who need to know and may be able to help.

Note: the above is only a brief summary and does not contain all the details.