Our Policies 

A club consitiution is a formal document that sets out the rules and structure of a club. its defines the clubs name, purpose and membership criteria, outlining who can join and their rights and responsibitlties. it also details leadership roles, such as the duites of the officers and the process for elections.

The UK Athletics (UKA) and the Home Country Athletics Federations (HCAF) Codes of Conduct set out national standards of conduct for all clubs, coaches, officials, volunteers and athletes in the sport. The 2021 revised codes take account of developments in national policy, guidance and practice. Every club, club member and anyone undertaking a relevant role must agree to abide by the codes of conduct.

The purpose of a code is to clarify:

• what behaviours are acceptable and unacceptable
• the standards of practice expected
• the basis for challenging and improving practice.

The codes are a guide for individuals and clubs to think about, and monitor, how they, and others, conduct themselves in their roles. The codes let everyone know what they can expect from the club, coaches and volunteers, but also what standard of behaviour is expected from club members, athletes and parents/carers.

When a club member does not meet the expectations set out in the codes, disciplinary or performance management action may be taken by the club.

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE (UNDER 18 YEARS)

Children and young people have their own codes of conduct and should be clear about their club’s expectations in terms of acceptable behaviour and conduct.

Policies are formal guidelines or principles estanlised by the club to direct decisions and actions in specific situations.

Risk assessments are evaluations used to identify potential hazards, assess the likelihood and impact of risks, and implement measures to mitigate them.