Annex M. Child Protection Policy

Sutton Bingham and District Canoe Club is fully committed to safeguarding the well being of its members. All members should show respect and understanding for the rights, safety and welfare of others, and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the club.

We believe that taking part in paddle sport should be a positive and enjoyable part of children’s lives and, to achieve this, have the following aims:

• Club Coaches should follow the BCU code of ethics.
• All club coaches, helpers and officials working with young children should read and adhere to the BCU Child Protection and Harassment Policy. The Club will follow the guidance of the policy in the event of any concerns or allegations.
• The club will ensure that anyone working with young people undertake a screening procedure.
• All Club members are made aware of the Club Code of Conduct and all adult members complete a personnel declaration form.
• The club will obtain written Medical details of young paddlers which will be known to coaches where deemed appropriate and/or necessary.
• The club will only use BCU qualified/updated coaches;
• Unqualified coaches can only work alongside a qualified coach.
• The Club will encourage and support helpers to gain qualifications and assist coaches to stay updated.
• The Club will identify 2 people whose role is to deal with any issues concerning Child Protection and Harassment and notify these persons to all members.
• Anyone with concerns with respect to Child Abuse or Harassment should contact one of these people.
• If either of these people is unavailable, the Club Chairman or the BCU Child Protection / Harassment Officer.
• The Club will adopt a regularly review a Health and Safety Policy.
• The club will review this Policy annually

This Policy has been adopted by the club using guidance from the British Canoe Union.

Signed            Trevor Jacklin