Walsden Cricket Club
Code of Conduct for Cricket Club Members and Guests*
All Members and Guests of Walsden Cricket Club will:
\u2022 Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person within the
context of Cricket
\u2022 Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of
age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour,
parental or marital status, religious belief, class or social
background, sexual preference or political belief
\u2022 Not condone, or allow to go unchallenged, any form of
discrimination if witnessed
\u2022 Display high standards of behaviour
\u2022 Promote the positive aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play
\u2022 Encourage all participants to learn the Laws and rules and play
within them, respecting the decisions of match officials
\u2022 Actively discourage unfair play, rule violations and arguing
with match officials
\u2022 Recognise good performance not just match results
\u2022 Place the well-being and safety of Young People above the
development of performance
\u2022 Ensure that activities are appropriate for the age, maturity,
experience and ability of the individual
\u2022 Respect Young People\u2019s opinions when making decisions
about their participation in Cricket
\u2022 Not smoke, drink or use banned substances whilst actively
working with Young People in the Club.
\u2022 Not provide Young People with alcohol when they are under
the care of the Club
\u2022 Follow ECB guidelines set out in the \u201cSafe Hands \u2013 Cricket\u2019s
Policy for Safeguarding Children\u2019 and any other relevant
guidelines issued
\u2022 Report any concerns in relation to a Young Person, following
reporting procedures laid down by the ECB
\u2022 In addition to the above, all Club Officers and Appointed
Volunteers will:
\u2022 Hold relevant qualifications and be covered by appropriate
insurance
\u2022 Always work in an open environment(i.e. avoid private or
unobserved situations and encourage an open environment)
\u2022 Inform Players and Parents of the requirements of Cricket
\u2022 Know and understand the ECB\u2019s \u2018Safe Hands \u2013 Cricket\u2019s Policy
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