Winnington Park
Cricket Club

ECB Code of Conduct
WINNINGTON
PARK CRICKET CLUB
Code
of Conduct for Cricket Staff and Volunteers6
- Respect the rights, dignity
and worth of every person within the context of Cricket
- Treat everyone equally and
do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, religion, race, sexual
orientation or disability
- If you see any form of
discrimination do not condone it or allow it to go unchallenged
- Place the well-being and
safety of the Young Person above the development of performance
- Develop an appropriate
working with Young People, based on mutual trust and respect
- Ensure that physical
contact is appropriate and necessary and is carried out within recommended
guidelines with the Young Person’s full consent and approval
- Always work in an open
environment(e.g. avoid private or unobserved situations and encourage an
open environment)
- Do not engage in any form
of sexually related contact with a Young Player7. This is
strictly forbidden as is sexual innuendo, flirting or inappropriate
gestures and terms
- Know and understand the ECB
Welfare of Young People Policy and Procedures
- Respect Young People’s
opinion when making decisions about their participation in Cricket
- Inform Players and Parents
of the requirements of Cricket
- Be aware of and report any
conflict of interest as soon as it becomes apparent
- Display high standards of
language, manner, punctuality and presentation
- Do not smoke, drink or use
banned substances whilst actively working with young people in the Club.
This reflects a negative image and could compromise the safety of the
Young People
- Do not give Young People
alcohol when they are under the care of the Club/League/County Board
- Hold relevant qualification
and insurance cover
- Ensure the activities are
appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the
individual
- Promote the positive
aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play
- Display high standards of
behaviour and appearance
- Follow ECB guidelines set
out in the Welfare of Young People Policy and any other relevant
guidelines issued
- Ensure that you attend
appropriate training to keep up to date with your role and the Welfare of
Young people
- Report any concerns you may
have in relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid
down by the ECB
6 Adopted from the original ECB Coaches Code of Conduct
7 The ECB adopts the Home Office guidelines which recommend the
principle – "People in positions of trust and authority do not have sexual
relationships with 16-17 years olds in their care"