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Coaches and Volunteers Code of Conduct

We massively value the contribution coaches and volunteers make to the club. ## Coaches ## * Coaches with CUCC must follow the [BCU Code of conduct for coaches](https://www.britishcanoeing.org.uk/coaching-leadership/guidance-resources/coaching-specific-policies-and-procedures/). * All coaches with CUCC are volunteers unless a written agreement exists as a contract of employment or engagment to provide a service. ## Volunteers ## The essence of good ethical conduct and practice is summarised below. All volunteers must: * Consider the well-being and safety of participants before the development of performance. * Develop an appropriate working relationship with participants, based on mutual trust and respect. * Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part. * Promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play). * Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance. * Follow all guidelines laid down by the National Governing Body and the Club. * Hold appropriate valid qualifications and insurance cover. * Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward. * Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibited substances. * Encourage and guide participants to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour. * Encourage participants to value their performances and not just results. ## Insurance ## * Qualified Coaches should maintain BCU (CE/CANI/SCA) membeship. * Further details on Insurance in the club are [here](http://www.cucanoe.co.uk/Insurance). [CUCC Policies Page](http://www.cucanoe.co.uk/Policies) Adapted from: http://www.sportenglandclubmatters.com/club-planning/governance/policies-procedures/code-of-conduct/ http://learn.sportenglandclubmatters.com/mod/resource/view.php?id=198&_ga=1.180497188.2005389766.1449519723