Code of Conduct for Children/Young People Children are expected to: • Keep within the defined boundary of the race holding area. • Behave and listen to all instructions from the officials. • Take care of equipment owned by the club. • Refrain from the use of bad language or racial/sectarian references. • Refrain from bullying. • Show respect to other youth members and leaders • Keep themselves safe • Report inappropriate behavior or risky situations for youth members • Participate fairly • Respect officials and accept decisions • Show appropriate loyalty and be gracious in defeat • Respect opponents • Not cheat • Not use violence Children/Young people have the right to: • Be safe • Be listened to • Be respected • Privacy • Enjoy their sport in a protective environment • Be referred to professional help if needed • Be protected from abuse by other members or outside sources. • Experience competition and the desire to win • Be believed • To ask for help Any misdemeanors and general misbehavior will be addressed by the immediate coach and reported verbally to the designated person. Persistent misbehavior will result in dismissal from the club. Parents will be informed and reported to the governing body. Dismissals can be appealed by the child/parent to the club committee. A final appeal can be made to the officers of the Motorcycle Racing Association. Code of Conduct for Parents Parents are expected to: • Deliver and collect the child punctually to and from sessions • Ensure their child is properly and adequately attired for the weather conditions of the time. • Ensure that proper equipment is worn at ALL times in accordance with Motorcycle Racing Associations Regulations. Any child not in possession of these requirements will not be permitted to participate • Detail any health concerns pertaining, in particular breathing or chest conditions. Any changes in the state of the child's health should be reported to the / governing body prior to coaching sessions • One of the parents must be present at all times during participation of child. • Encourage their child to participate within the rules and teach them that they can only do their best • Behave responsibly in spectator areas • Show appreciation and supporting the club • Ensure their child is punctual • Be realistic • Provide their child with proper clothing and equipment • Ensure their child’s hygiene and nutritional needs are met • Accept the official’s judgment • Acknowledge the importance and role of the governing body coaches who provide their time free to ensure children’s participation in club events/sessions • Promote their child’s participation in off-road motorsport for fun Parents/Guardians have the right to: • Know their child is safe • Be informed of problems or concerns relating to their children • Be informed if their child is injured • Contribute to decisions within the club • Complain if they have concerns about the standard of coaching/supervision etc Any misdemeanors and breach of this code of conduct will be dealt with immediately by a club or governing body official. Persistent concerns or breaches will result in the parent/guardian being asked not to attend events/sessions if their attendance is detrimental to the child’s welfare. The ultimate action should a parent/guardian continue to breach the code of behavior may mean the club officials regrettably asking the child to leave the club.
