Code of conduct

Sport can and does have a very powerful and positive influence on people - especially young people. Not only can it provide opportunities for enjoyment and achievement; it can also develop valuable qualities such as self-esteem, leadership and teamwork. These positive effects can only take place if sport is in the right hands - in the hands of those who place the welfare of all young people first and adopt practices that support, protect and empower them.

The reality is that abuse does take place in sport and in some cases coaches and other trusted adults in sport have been convicted. Every adult has a legal and moral responsibility to protect young people in sport from abuse.

Rugby League is committed to working in partnership with all agencies to ensure that information and training opportunities are available to ensure best practice when working with young people. Adopting best practice will help to safeguard these participants from potential abuse as well as protecting coaches and other adults in positions of responsibility from potential false allegations of abuse. The Rugby League Child Protection Policy and Implementation Procedures will allow young people to excel in a safe environment and transmit a reassuring signal to parents that will positively impact on recruitment.

This document is binding for the game as a whole and provides guidelines to everyone in Rugby League, whether working in a professional or voluntary capacity.

It is recognised that child abuse is a very emotive and difficult subject, however everyone in Rugby League has a duty of care towards young and vulnerable performers and can help to protect them from abuse.

Rugby League's approach to child protection is based on the principles recognised within UK and International legislation and Government guidance. The following has been taken into consideration:

·          The Children Act 1989

·          The Protection of Children Act 1999

·          Working Together to Safeguard Children and Young People 1999

·          The Human Rights Act 1998

Code of conduct for Club Members .

·          As a member of Burtonwood Bulldogs ARLFC you are expected to abide by the following junior club rules:

·          All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.

·          All members must respect opponents.

·          Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.

·          Members must wear suitable kit ie:- Boots, outdoor/ warm clothing for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager.

·          Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.

·          Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions. Neither are junior members allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club

Code of Conduct for parents/carers

·          Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.

·          Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.

·          Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.

·          Never force your child to take part in sport.

·          Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.