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To achieve a positive experience in sport we believe that organisations and clubs should “sign up” to agreed codes of conduct. Sports coaches/ volunteers should contact their governing body for sports specific codes of conduct. These guidelines should be for:
• All adult club officials - coaches and volunteers
• Young People involved in the sport and
• Parents/carers

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You should obtain two references in writing, (the request for references should only be sought for preferred applicants). It is best practice to request references as part of a safe recruitment process. This reduces the risk of someone targeting a club or organisation to gain access to children.

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Children have the right to have fun and be safe in their sporting activities. Coaches/volunteers need to work with them and their parents/guardians to ensure clear boundaries are in place, understood and agreed by all. Sport activities are uniquely placed to contribute to safeguarding and the welfare of children. Coaches/volunteers have a responsibility to be a good role model and to be a listening ear if a young person has a concern.