Code of Conduct as a parent / guardian
Parents/ guardians as members of the club also have responsibilities. These include:
- Primary responsibility for care and welfare of their children
- Work in partnership with the club to promote good practice and to ensure everyone is treated with respect fairness and understanding
- Ensuring that small pool swimmers are accompanied by a parent/guardian for the duration of their time with PASC (session and galas etc). PASC coaches and committee are NOT responsible for children in the toilets and changing rooms
- At least one parent/guardian per family must make themselves available for the poolside supervision rota
- Ensure appropriate leaders are informed regarding any absenteeism, medical conditions and emergency contact details or other relevant matters concerning your child’s welfare
- Abide by the procedures and policies in this document especially with regard to the use of mobile phones, any type of camera and videoing equipment
- Encourage children to talk about any concerns or anyone causing them harm
- Encourage your child/children to participate for fun and enjoyment
- Ensure that your child’s experience of sport is a positive one
- Remember that children learn best by leading by example – i.e. good sportsmanship, clapping and supporting swimmers and other clubs on their achievements
- Encourage your child in fair play
- Behave responsibly on the pool deck and viewing areas
- Keep abreast of the training and competitive programmes – (information at the desk and notice board and on Swim Ulster/ Ireland websites), club procedures and policies
- Know your child’s training and/or competitive programme
- Familiarise yourself with committee members and coaches within the club
- Show respect for coaches decisions
- Attend the Annual General Meeting and pay PASC fees on time
- Support your club by contributing time and effort in the daily running of the club (no club can operate successfully without the help of parents/ members)
- Be available for pool side duties e.g. time keeping and/ or other duties when required • At least one parent/guardian per family to complete child protection training
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