CODE
OF CONDUCT
Finn
Harps J.F.C. Code of Conduct as described below applies to all players, parents,
spectators and officials of this club.
The
code recognises that a standard of sportsmanship must be maintained at all times, both on
and off the pitch. It also acknowledges that Finn Harps J.F.C. has a responsibility to
ensure that every child or young person who is a member of this club should be able to
participate in an enjoyable and safe environment protected from physical, emotional and
sexual harm.
This
Code of Conduct complies with the practises and procedures laid down in the Football
Associations "Child Protection Policy". If any individual is found to be in
breach of these codes then the Finn Harps Management Committee has the authority to
require that the person is to withdraw from the club.
The
following statements reflect the minimum standards expected.
·
Finn Harps J.F.C. will adopt a positive approach to ensure that every member is protected
from paedophile activities.
·
Team Officials are expected to comply with League rules at all times. They are to behave
in a professional manner, establishing and maintaining the highest standards when ever
possible.
·
Finn Harps will ensure that all coaches will receive the necessary assistance in order to
comply with the Football Association criteria in relation to the development of junior
football with regard to the standard of coaching and 1st Aid requirements.
·
Referees are to be respected and their decisions are final. It must be remembered that in
the absence of a qualified FA official and person undertaking the duties of a referee must
be regarded as having the same authority of an official referee.
·
Sporting behaviour must be maintained at all times, players should be encouraged to shake
hands at the completion of the game. Parents and spectators should appreciate good play
from the opposition as well as encouraging their own team.
·
Foul and Abusive language by players, parents, spectators or club officials will not be
tolerated.
·
Club members, parents and spectators must respect the facilities being used whether it be
in a competitive match, a training session or otherwise.
·
If any person associated to Finn Harps J.F.C. is believed to be indulging in any activity,
which would be to the detriment of this club, then the management committee has the
authority to require that the person end that association.
Finn
Harps J.F.C. is committed to the continual development of this code of conduct in the
interest of its members.
