“All personnel of Cartha Queens Park RFC are expected to conform to the club’s Equality Policy and Ethical Standards in all areas including humanity, relationships, commitment, co-operation, integrity, advertising, confidentiality, abuse of privilege and personal standards.”

ALL PERSONNEL REPRESENTING THE CLUB MUST:

•Place the well-being and safety of the members above all considerations, including developing performance

•Comply with the laws of the game and the rules of any competition in which they participate

•Operate without discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, marital status, sexuality, employment status, social class, colour, race, ethnic or national origin, religious belief or disability

•Respect the basic human rights, dignity and worth of each individual

•Provide a balance between the development of performance and social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs of the individual

•Encourage performers to obey the spirit of the rules and fair play, on and off the sports arena, at all times, and observe the authority and decisions of all officials

•Ensure that all activities, training and competition programmes are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual performer

•Treat opponents with due respect, both in victory and defeat

•Be able to present evidence of current qualifications upon request

•Treat all personal information about performers and members alike as confidential, except for in exceptional circumstances ie. health & safety, legal or medical requirements, disciplinary action or to protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse

•Consistently display high personal standards and project an image of health and cleanliness

•Not drink alcohol or smoke either during or before supervising or coaching performers

•Seek ways of increasing personal and professional development

•Abide by the Club’s policies and procedures