Category: Policy

Those who store and handle Dangerous Goods must become familiar with regulatory requirements, which are likely to include the following aspects:
•Make a list of all materials stored including quantities and storage methods.
•Check for MSDS availability and conduct appropriate Risk Assessment.
•Assess the potential for substitution with a safer substance.
•Make sure that minimum quantity is stored, based on usage rate.
•Check for incompatible substances and make sure they are segregated as required by regulations.
•Check design and location of storage meets regulations. Consider weather proofing requirements.
•Check spill containment has the necessary capacity and keeps incompatible substances apart.
•Check storage containers are appropriate, such as flameproof cabinets, including for “goods in process”.
•Provide signs and placards as required by regulations.
•Confirm necessary approvals and licences are held, with copies available.
•Check for leakage and spills, including underground storage.
•Control ignition sources, including smoking, matches, electrical and spark producing equipment.
•Control static electricity risks, especially during decanting operations.
•Control access to storage areas as required by regulations and keep access routes clear.
•Have written procedures covering all hazardous operations.
•Give necessary training to all concerned both on induction and at regular intervals.
•Report and investigate incidents, especially those involving Dangerous Goods.
•Set up regular review of storage and handling systems and procedures.

Play by the rules – the rules of your club and laws of the game.
• Never argue with an umprie or other official – without these people, you can’t play football.
• Control your temper – verbal abuse of officials and sledging other players doesn’t help you enjoy or win any games.
• Be a team player – It’s a great game treat it that way.
• Treat all players as you would like to be treated – fairly.
• Co-operate with your coaches, the umpires and team mates.
• Play for your own enjoyment and to improve your skills.
• Don’t use ugly remarks based on race, religion, gender or ability – you’ll let down your coach, team mates and family if you do – and many such comments are actually now illegal.

Perhaps the most important people when it comes to abiding by codes of conducts are the parents and supporters. They are the ones who set the example that the children will follow therefore the Parade/St Damians JFC expect that parents and supporters will model good

Perhaps the most important people when it comes to abiding by codes of conducts are the parents and supporters. They are the ones who set the example that the children will follow therefore the Parade/St Damians JFC expect that parents and supporters will model good behaviour and abide by their code of conduct.

• Remember that you are there for the participants to enjoy the game.
• Encourage participation but do not force them.
• Teach that enjoyment is more than winning.
• Never ridicule mistakes or losses – supporters are there to support not downgrade.
• Lead by example and respect all players, coaches, umpires, and spectators – physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.
• Recognise all volunteers who are giving up their valuable time.
• Never publicly criticise umpires – raise personal concerns with club officials in private.
• Don’t use ugly remarks based on race, religion, gender or ability – you’ll let your family down and yourself if you do – and many such comments are actually illegal now.
• Parents must not direct any complaints directly to the Coach (particularly directly after a game). The complaint must be brought to the attention of the Team Manager in the first instance. If the issue cannot be resolved by the Team Manager, and the Coach, then it will be directed to the Football Manager to address. If the complaint cannot be resolved by the Football Manager it will be brought to the attention of the Committee to address.

By registering our child with the Parade/St Damians JFC we agree to abide by these principles. We support the Club in its undertakings and encourage the Club to take any necessary disciplinary actions including the suspension and banning where warranted of any players, parents or spectators for repeated or serious breaches of these Codes of Conduct.

Coaches are required to sign the AFL Code of Conduct as part of the Level 1 Accreditation requirement. All coaches must be accredited to coach in the Yarra Junior Football League. Coaches should be aware that in addition to signing the code when they complete their Level 1 AFL coach’s accreditation they will also be required to sign a further Code of Conduct/Ethics with the Parade/St Damians JFC. They follow these basic principles.

1. I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of all individuals within the context of my involvement in Australian Football, including refraining from any discriminatory practices on the basis of race, religion, ethnic background, or special ability/disability.
2. I will abide by and teach the AFL Laws of the Game and the Rules of the Parade/St Damians JFC.
3. I will be reasonable in the demands I make on the time commitments of the players in my care, having due consideration for their health and well being.
4. I will refrain from any form of personal abuse or unnecessary physical contact with the players in my care.
5. I will have due consideration for varying maturity and ability levels of my players when designing practice schedules, practice activities and involvement in competition.
6. I will avoid overplaying the talented players aiming to maximize participation and enjoyment for all players regardless of ability. To this end I will abide by the Parade/St Damians JFC playing policy.
7. I will stress and monitor safety always.
8. In recognizing the significance of injury and sickness. I will seek and follow the physician’s advice concerning the return of injured or ill players to training.
9. I will endeavour to keep informed regarding sound principles of coaching and skill development and of factors relating to the welfare of my players.
10. I will at all times display and teach appropriate sporting behaviour, ensuring that players understand and practice fair play.
11. I will display and foster respect for umpires, opponents, coaches, administrators, other officials, parents and spectators.
12. I will ensure that players are involved in a positive environment where skill learning and development are priorities and are not overshadowed by a desire to win.
13. I reject the use of performance enhancing substances in sport and will abide by the guidelines set forth in the AFL DRUG POLICY.
14. I will attend and encourage players to attend all official club social functions, including Garvey Nights, Nights back at the rooms and any other functions as deemed necessary by the Club.
15. I will Endeavour to rotate players positions during games to ensure that players are constantly involved.
16. I will be responsible for all players until they are picked up by their parents after training.
17. I will be responsible for any property that is issued to me by the club. I will return all club property including, playing kits, first aid kits and keys at the end of the season.
18. In line with the Victorian Department of Justice Legislation I will submit to a Police Check to ensure the safety of the children who will be under my control.

This information is subject to change at any time. Refer to the Department of Justice
website:  http://www.justice.vic.gov.au and follow the Working with Children Check link under Business  Units or contact 1300 652 879. This information was updated 1 April 2006.
Under the Working with Children Bill (2005) the Victorian Working with Children Check (Check) will  require individuals who work or volunteer with children in certain capacities in identified occupations and  activities to undergo screening for criminal offences.
A person who has no relevant criminal or professional disciplinary history will be granted an assessment  notice. That notice will entitle the person to undertake child-related work. A person deemed unsuitable to  work or volunteer with children will be given a negative notice and cannot work in child-related work. A  negative notice can be appealed to Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) provided the  individual is not listed on the Sex Offenders Register or subject to an extended supervision order.
Who needs to apply for a Check?
Any person who works in, or in connection with, in a paid or voluntary capacity, any of the 20 child related  occupational fields listed in the Act. This work must also usually involve (or be likely to involve)  regular, direct contact with a child where that contact is not directly supervised. The following child related  categories are relevant to our sport.
educational institutions for children (such as schools and some TAFE programs); clubs, associations or movements that provide services or conduct activities foror directed at