The
Cheshire County Ladies Golf Association
Junior
Golf Policy
1 Intoduction:
The
CCLGA was established in1907 to represent the interest in womens’ golf. In recent years increasing attention and
concern for the welfare of “Young Persons” has developed nationally, following
a number of well publicized tragic cases of abuse. Golf, just as other sports, has had therefore to address these
issues, such that we now operate within an environment where it is not
acceptable to continue any regular programme of activities involving young
persons, adopting traditional, essentially informal, methods and
approaches. The CCLGA have now approved
guidance on this topic which is directed towards both County organizations and
individual Clubs. The document “Safeguarding Children in Golf” is currently in
publication from the EWGA/ EGU golf union.
The CCLGA have accepted the general principles embodied within this
publication and as a result adopted the Policy and Procedures defined below, as
setting out its approach to County Junior Golf Operations.
2. Explanation:
The
Policies and procedures defined within this document refer to all Junior Golf
activities both as organized directly by the County and as may take place
through participation in “representative” regional and national events. The girls involved will be members of
affiliated clubs, or as otherwise permitted within the County’s constitution
and rules. The approach adopted by the
County has been designed to reflect, where appropriate, that girls engaged in
County golf are experienced players who will have developed a high standard of
golfing competence, skills and familiarity with the golfing environment, prior
to any involvement in County activities.
In the context of “Child Welfare” it is generally recognized that “Young
Persons” are defined as those under the age of 18. It must be clearly understood that as girls become 18 during
their final year, whilst certain aspects of our procedures may cease to be
relevant, the requirements of the Player Code of Conduct remain entirely
applicable.
3. CCLGA Junior Golf Policy:
3.1 The County recognizes the
importance of the safety and welfare of all young persons engaged in “golf” and
appreciates the concerns which exist within modern society. Whilst girls are under our specific care or
supervision, the CCLGA will act in a responsible and professional manner,
ensuring that reasonable and practicable measures are taken to consider and
manage the potential risks which may be involved.
3.2 The County having considered the risks and requirements involved in
conducting its junior golf operations will establish, review and develop
written operational practices which are designed to address the established
areas of concern, in such a way that a clear understanding of the approach,
roles and responsibilities of the girls, their parents and County representatives including
coaching staff can be established. The
county will ensure that its junior golf policies and procedures are openly
available to relevant interested parties.
3.3 It is a requirement of the County
that all girls involved in county activities together with their parents,
county employees, volunteer staff, coaching staff and any other persons acting
regularly on the county’s behalf are made aware of and undertake to comply with
the requirements of these policies, operating practices and codes of conduct.
3.4 The County will monitor the
on-going effectiveness of its policies and procedures and take account of
developing legislation which may apply. A designated person is to be identified
with the responsibility to maintain this document on a 3 year review.
3.5 This County policy and procedure
document is required formally to be adopted by a meeting of the executive
committee of the County. An appropriate
reference to the document is to be proposed for adoption within the published
County Constitution and Rules at the next available County AGM. The resolution should provide the executive
with the necessary authority to maintain and develop these policies and procedures
as they may consider appropriate.
3.6 The County will not tolerate
inappropriate behaviour by any persons who may be directly engaged in,
attending or otherwise associated with a county junior golf activity. The County believes that all the girls
engaged in county golf activities regardless of their background are entitled
to protection from abuse and that all possible measures should be taken to
ensure their welfare. Where considered
appropriate formal disciplinary measures will be conducted by the county,
employing the protocols as recommended and published by EWGA. In more serious cases involving abuse or
suspended abuse the County may directly notify the Authorities. County staff will not investigate or decide
whether any disclosure is child abuse.
3.7 The County shall ensure that
appropriate routes are available for reporting any concerns which may
develop. All such communications
together with other player information disclosed to the County will be treated
with the utmost respect and the necessary confidentiality.
4. County Junior Golf Operating
Practices
4.1 Recruitment: County employees,
volunteers, coaching staff and other persons who may be regularly involved in
the operation of County Junior Golf, shall be issued with a copy of these
policies and procedures and be advised that compliance with the applicable
requirements is mandatory. An undertaking in the form specified in
Appendix 3is to be completed by all county staff and retained on file by
the County Secretary. Volunteers nominated
for election to the County executive at an AGM shall be required to provide the
undertaking prior to the date of the AGM. Any person not prepared to provide
such undertaking in the form required by the County cannot be put forward for
any election. Confirmation of any
appointment as a county employee, volunteer, coach or any other capacity
involving regular association with junior golf shall be conditional upon
providing the required undertaking. The
undertaking shall include an agreement to submit an application for any CRBs
that may be considered appropriate by the County secretary and the County
Executive having designated responsibility for Child Welfare issues. It is now
the practice that all joining members of county executive committee are required
to complete the CRB clearance procedure.
The
need to satisfy ourselves as to the suitability and integrity of potential new
employees and volunteers requires that appropriate references are taken up
prior to confirmation of appointment.
In the case of volunteer appointments, the reference should be taken
from the nominating Club’s Secretary or responsible official, confirming that
the individual has been known by the club for a minimum of 2 years and that no
reason is known to suggest that he/she may not be suitable to work with “Young
Persons”. The following wording should be included on the executive nomination
form:
“I can confirm that the nominee for a
position on the County Executive has been personally known to me for a period in
excess of two years and that I am not aware of any circumstances which might
suggest that he/she is not a suitable person to be engaged in an activity which
may involve substantial access to young persons”
To
be signed by a CLUB OFFICIAL OF THE NOMINATING CLUB
With
respect to the engagement of any new County employee, a minimum of two
independent written references should be obtained prior to any appointment
being confirmed. A request for such
reference should ask the referee to provide a similar statement to that given
above, indicate the capacity in which she was known, the duration thereof and
any experience that she may have gained in connection with activities
concerning young persons. It should be stressed that any information provided
will be treated in confidence. We
should also point out that, as the position may involve substantial access to
young persons, it is important that should the referee have any cause to be
concerned about the applicant she should contact us directly in writing.
4.2 Training: At least on an annual basis the County’s requirements for
training in relevant Child Welfare issues shall be
reviewed
by the County Junior Committee. The general principle should apply, that at
least one executive member of the junior committee shall have attended a course
within the last two years. The required
training activity is to be funded by the County and a record is to be
maintained on file.
4.3 Communication, Access and
Maintenance of Policy and Procedural Documentation
Details
of the contact points within the County for general administrative and Child
Welfare issues are given within Appendix 1.
Should the circumstances arise where a parent or girl may have a concern
or issues regarding child welfare, which they may feel reluctant or
inappropriate to discuss with a County official the matter should be reported
directly to the member of the CCLGA appointed for this purpose, contact details
are again given in appendix 1. The
designated County Executive responsible for Child Welfare shall normally be the
Chairman of the Junior Committee. She is required to maintain these policy and
procedure documents ensuring their on-going effectiveness, taking account of
new and revised legislation or guidance by EWGA. Such review should be undertaken on a three year cycle as a
minimum. The County Secretary shall
establish and maintain a ‘master file’ comprising of the following:
1) The current issue of the “Junior
Golf Policy and Operating Practices” document.
11.) The original undertakings
completed by County Executives, coaching volunteers and others as specified in
the paragraph 4.1 above. These records are to be retained throughout the
engagement of each individual and for a minimum of 2 years thereafter.
111.) The CRB clearance return
together with any supplementary information as provided by EWGA for the
individuals specified in paragraph 4.2
1v.) The ‘register’ specified in
paragraph 4.2 containing records of attendance by county volunteers at
recognized courses and workshops etc. pertaining to Child Welfare or related
issues.
v.) The ‘register’ providing a
record of development of these policies and procedures. This modification record shall be constructed
in the form given at Appendix 3.3
v1.) The originals the player
information and parental consent forms as specified at paragraph 4.12. These
forms shall be retained for a period of one season following the year in which
they were initially provided.
V11.) The register specified at
paragraph 4.11 providing a record of incidents of significance or issues of
serious concern which may arise from time to time, including related
correspondence and details of any action which may have resulted.
The
‘Master File’ will contain confidential information. Access is to be restricted
to the County Secretary and the executive responsible for Child Welfare,
together with, but subject to their specific approval, such other persons who
may from time to time reasonably require sight of the information.
The
main Junior Golf Policy and Operating Practices Document shall be an openly
available publication, a copy of which may be obtained on reasonable request to
the County Secretary. It will also be
displayed on the County website.www.cheshireladiesgolf.org. Individual copies shall be supplied to
county executives, coaching staff and persons regularly engaged in supporting
County Junior Golf events. A copy will
also be provided to those girls and their parents selected for major junior
squad activities, as determined by the girls’ team organizer. They are required
to provide an annual player information and parental consent form.
It
is the county objective that a very clear understanding is developed with the
girls and their parents as to the manner in which the county sets out to
protect the welfare of the girls, the responsibilities of parents and our
expectations of the girls themselves.
Girls or parents who may have any concern with, or would like further
explanation of the County Junior Golf Policies and Procedures are therefore
encouraged to seek necessary clarification by contacting the most appropriate
official as noted in appendix 1. Completion
of the player and parent consent form given at appendix 3.5 signifies
understanding and acceptance of the Declarations given at appendix 2.
4.4 County Junior Golf Event
Planning:
During
the preparation for county golf events involving young persons, arrangements
for transportation, accommodation where this may be necessary and the
facilities of the host location, in so far as they are within our control are
considered. Relevant general operating
practices of the CCLGA are summarized below for your guidance. Whilst golf is generally a relatively low
risk activity you should recognize that it is conducted in a rather open
environment, and in the case of county golf events on premises which are not
directly controlled by the CCLGA, players must particularly remain aware of
potential hazards which may arise through inclement weather conditions and in
connection with difficult or rough ground, ensuring at all times that
appropriate care is exercised. Without
a doubt the most commonly encountered serious hazard which you may face on a
golf course is from lightning strikes, resulting in a significant number of
fatalities each year throughout the world.
The county will suspend play in response to a perceived lightning threat
and will endeavour to communicate such information as effectively as
possible. Girls should make themselves
familiar with the recognized procedures to minimize the danger from
lightning. Should a player for example,
in a remote part of the course, become aware of lightning in the area and has
not received instructions to suspend play she should discontinue play
immediately and take the most appropriate precautions. Should you have particular concerns or
require further guidance, please feel free to discuss these issues with us.
Wherever
possible, the county will seek to determine any unusual risks which may be a
characteristic of a particular venue. If
appropriate, special procedures or guidance will be prepared to mitigate any
potential hazard as far as may be practical or within our reasonable control.
County
Junior events which may include the participation of girls from outside of the
main county squad structure will remain the subject of these policies and procedures,
eg County girls and junior championships.
To ensure that entrants and their parents are aware of our operating
practices, the appropriate entry form or letter of invitation shall include the
following statement “ This event will be conducted in compliance with the
County’s Junior Golf Policy and Operating Practices. Full details of these provisions are available for inspection on
the county website www.cheshireladiesgolf.org
or a copy may be obtained by request to the County Secretary, enclosing a large
SAE. Entry to this event is conditional
upon your acceptance of these requirements.
Please ensure that we are advised of any special medical conditions or
other information, which we may need to be aware of in relation to this
particular event. Note: Championship
Entry Forms should be signed by both the player and the parent/guardian.
4.5 Supervision and Staffing:
County
golf fixtures: An adequate number of
County Officials will be present to properly manage the event. The County
Captain and Executive committee members,
as most appropriate to the circumstances, should be approached in the event of
difficulty or any concerns arising.
4.6 Transportation:
Generally
the County requires that the Parents/Guardian of young persons participating in
a County Golf Event make their own arrangements to transport the player to the
venue and subsequently collect her, ensuring that timing and guidelines issued
by the County are complied with. The
arrangements made must recognize the importance of collecting young persons on
time and in the event of difficulty they must keep us informed of their
situation. Please use the telephone
number given at Appendix 1 for the County Junior Organizer/ Captain which will
normally be redirected to her location, otherwise contact should be made via
the clubhouse at the venue. The County
Official on duty will consider the individual circumstances and take the most
sensible and responsible course of action.
They have to recognize that the precise timing of an event completion is
subject to many influences, most of which are beyond our reasonable
control. Both their arrival at and
departure from a venue should be indicated to the appropriate County Official.
For
particular events, the County may elect to arrange transportation from/to a
defined meeting point. In these
circumstances the county will take reasonable measures to ensure the
suitability of the arrangements, details of which will be notified to you. Other than in response to exceptional
situations we will avoid young persons traveling alone in a vehicle with an
adult. Note also the requirements of
our Players code of Conduct paragraph. 5.9 relating to the use of motor
vehicles by older girls.
The
County does not believe that it can effectively monitor or maintain records
relating to the licensing, insurance or the condition of individual private
vehicles which may be used by County executives or parents/girls (who may be
carrying other girls as passengers) in connection with transportation
arrangements used for County Junior Golf Events. However County executives are required to provide an assurance
within their general undertaking at Appendix 3.1 that any vehicle used by them in
connection with the transportation of young persons will be properly licensed,
insured and operated in accordance with relevant legislation and appropriate
care. Parents or girls providing
transport are also expected to recognize the need to comply with these
requirements.
4.7 Accommodation:
Where
an event requires the provision of overnight accommodation, relevant details
will be supplied. Girls will typically
share a twin bedded room. We would not
permit a young person to share a room with an adult. You should ensure that we are advised of any special dietary
requirements or medical conditions etc which we may need to be aware of in
connection with overnight stays as per paragraph 4.12. Girls should take particular note of their
obligations under the Player Code of Conduct in relation to hotel stays. The girls are representing the county, their
clubs and families. Good behaviour and
respect for both other people and the hotel facilities is demanded at all
times.
4.8 Changing Room Situations:
The
county recognizes the sensitivity of these issues, but realistically has little
control over the provision or access to these facilities. Players should immediately report any
incidents to a duty official. Should a
girl have any concerns in the use of a changing room,or would like some support
or assistance, she should not hesitate to ask.
4.9 Photography and Video Coaching
Procedures:
We
would prefer that parents or other spectators do not take photographs of
players during the course of play: irrespective of other concerns it may be
distracting for adjacent players. In
other situations we ask that you respect the privacy and the potential concerns
which may exist. Official photographers
may include “on – course” situations in addition to Team and Presentation
groups. These images may be published
and displayed on official “Golf” websites.
During the course of county coaching sessions the use of video and other
photographic techniques may be used from time to time by our coaching staff as
a legitimate teaching aid. The county
will not release copies of any such material to third parties. Completion of our parental consent form is
taken as your acceptance and understanding of these operating practices. Should you have particular concerns in these
respects please discuss them with us.
4.10 Attendance at Events:
We
very much welcome supporters to attend County Events and normally they may
accompany play where so desired. We do
however insist that supporters maintain a reasonable distance from the play at
all times. On no account must advice be
given to a player during the course of play.
Generally they will not be allowed to act as a caddie and they should
not therefore touch the player’s equipment.
4.11 Reporting and Recording
incidents and Concerns:
In
accordance with the County policy, we encourage parents to discuss with us any
concerns or difficulties which may arise. Details of the appropriate contact
points with the county are explained at Appendix 1. These will be updated as necessary as part of our document review
process. Further useful information in regarding
child welfare issues which may be indicative of abuse, bullying or other
inappropriate behaviour can be found via the “Children in Golf” website www.childreningolf.org.
A
record of significant incidents and issues of serious concern which may arise
from time to time shall be maintained by the county. Any other matters involving the conduct, attitude or integrity
etc of junior golfers, which may result in formal warnings or disciplinary
procedures, shall also be recorded. The
register should also contain copies of any communications, reports and details
of action taken etc, relating to a incident or area of concern recorded within
the register. The county executive
responsible for child welfare shall decide where it is appropriate to formally
record an incident or issue of concern within this register. This register is to be treated as
confidential, for the sight only of the county executives and persons they may
from time to time authorize.
4.12 Medical Information: First Aid
– Emergency Medical Treatment
It
is vital that the county are provided with essential medical treatment
information, which may be reasonably needed in the event of any emergency
situation during a county junior event.
Girls who may be expected to be selected for major squad activities
during a season will therefore be required to complete the “Player information
and Player consent form” at the start
of the season. The consents given will
apply to the years activities. Should a
parent therefore have any reason to vary their undertaking throughout the year,
the county secretary should be advised of the circumstances immediately in
writing. Similarly, should additions or
modifications be required to the “ player information” supplied, the details
should be provided to the County Secretary in writing at the earliest
opportunity.
Entrants
to county championships or other golf activities, should provide any necessary
information with their Entry Form as appropriate. Again, should any additional information develop which we need to
be aware of – this must be communicated directly to the County Secretary. Should parents wish to discuss any sensitive
issues in confidence, please contact us.
As the possibility of overseas travel may arise in connection with
junior golf, we recommend that girls obtain a European health insurance card.
In
the event of an accident or medical emergency arising during county golf events,
the first aid facilities provided by the host club will be employed. Where
appropriate the “emergency services” will be contacted to provide specialist
assistance. Where possible the county
will arrange for the availability of on-course transport to assist in the
recovery. If deemed sensible to do so they will be taken to the clubhouse area,
where a basic first aid kit will also be provided. It should be understood however that the county cannot give an
assurance that a qualified first aider will necessarily be in attendance. Where considered necessary or advisable
following an accident, resulting in injury or illness developing, appropriate treatment
or attention will be arranged with the emergency services or directly with a
doctor or a local hospital according to the circumstances.
Please
note that the parental consent form includes for your agreement that the county
may authorize the provision of essential medical treatment on your behalf. Should a county golf event be planned for a
particularly remote venue or where other factors may seriously affect the
normally expected response available from the emergency services the
circumstances will be considered and as far as practical, alternative
arrangements made.
4.13 Discipline and code of
conduct:
The
player code of conduct developed by the county is applicable to any girl
selected for county representation, coaching programmes’, county championships
or any other junior event organized by or on behalf of the County. Your agreement to participate in any county
junior golf event signified by the player/parent consent entry form can only be made on the basis of
understanding and undertaking to comply without question to these requirements.
Girls
and their parents should appreciate that if it should be necessary, appropriate
disciplinary proceedings will result from serious or repeated failure to comply
with these standards. Such proceedings
will be conducted according to the county’s procedures. Penalties may include suspension from county
golf activities or suspension of the girl’s CONGU handicap. Any penalty applied by the county would
normally be communicated with the girls home club and EWGA. The county disciplinary procedure includes
appropriate rights of representation and facility to appeal.
Should
any girl or her parent feel she has been the subject of unfair treatment with
regard to a disciplinary matter or has other issues that she might wish to
raise we would encourage the circumstances to be discussed with the appropriate
county executives in the first instance.
4.14 County Squad Selection Procedure:
Girls
and Parents must appreciate that elite amateur golf is a very competitive
activity. The county selection process
will always be conducted in a fair manner, taking into account factors including
ability, experience, current form, team spirit and availability.
Players
who may experience disappointment from time to time are expected to respond in
a professional manner. The girls’ team organizer
will be happy to review aspects of a player’s individual performance at any
reasonable time. However she will not
be able to enter into comparative discussions of other players’ merits.
5. Player Code of Conduct
Through
your selection to participate in County Squad coaching activities or to
represent Cheshire as a player you have been awarded the foremost honour it is
possible to achieve in girls county golf.
Such reward brings with it specific responsibilities and you will be
required to observe the highest standard of behaviour. As an ambassador for your county and for the
game of golf in general, it is important both you and your parents understand
fully what is required of you throughout the entire time you are on duty as a
representative of your county and whilst in the care of the Cheshire County
Ladies Golf Association.
By
participating in a county junior event you are required to agree to accept and
undertake the following requirements.
5.1 Observe any instruction requested
by the training manager.
5.2 Demonstrate the highest standard
of behaviour and conduct at all times, both on and off the course, to
tournament officials, club members and staff, other players and members of the
public. The use of bad language is
strictly forbidden at all times.
5.3 Behave in a sportsmanlike manner as
befits the conduct associated with a Cheshire County Junior Golfer and display
a professional attitude to personal organization, training and dress.
5.4 Not to be absent from the golf
course, golf club or accommodation without the permission of the executive
committee.
5.5 To accept and abide by any travel
arrangements and arrangements for accommodation made on your behalf by the
CCLGA. Rooming allocations are not to
be changed without the authorization of the committee member in charge.
5.6 As part of the County fitness
routine procedure, smoking, drinking alcohol and the use of any drug or
performance enhancing or recreational substance is strictly forbidden when
representing Cheshire, taking part in coaching activities or junior county
events.
5.7 From time to time random drug
testing may take place at an event. If
you are suffering from any form of medical condition, or are currently taking
any prescribed medication, you must inform the cheshire official immediately. It
is important that you retain all details and any labels relating to medication
you may be taking.
5.8 Girls are required to comply with
any dress code requirements which may be advised. Where county clothing or other equipment is provided for players,
it is expected that the items will be worn as appropriate to the weather
conditions.
5.9 Any motor vehicle used by a girl
in connection with a county event must only be operated with the full knowledge
and consent of the owner and the girl’s parents. Operation of the vehicle must comply in all respects with
appropriate legislation and exercising necessary care. It is to be understood that where other
young persons associated with a county event are to be carried as passengers,
the prior permission of the appropriate parent must be sought. Seat belts must be worn by both the
passengers and drivers.
5.10 The county will not tolerate any
form of bullying or other inappropriate behaviour towards any young persons
associated with a county golf activity.
Any suggestion of such behaviour should be reported to the appropriate
contact given at Appendix 1 at the earliest possible opportunity.
Appendix 4 is for the player to
sign the Player Code of Conduct.
Appendix 1. - Contact Details for General Administration and Child Welfare
Issues.
CCLGA General Point of Contact: Hon
Secretary:
Mrs Ann McCormick
Tel: 01663 766807
E. mail: ann.mccormick4@ntlworld.com
CCLGA executive responsible for
Child Welfare:
Junior
Organiser: Mrs Barbara Baird
Tel: 01244 300701
E. mail: jbbaird@madasafish.com
EWGA Compliance Administrator:
Karen Cassidy
Tel: 0121 452 5979
E.mail: Karen@englishwomensgolf.org
English Women’s Golf Association
11 Highfield Road
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 3EB
Appendix 2. – Player and Parental
Declarations
2.1
Players Declaration:
I am aware
of and understand the CCLGA Junior Golf Policy and Practices. I agree that in the event of my being in
breach of the standards and code of conduct or by acting in a manner deemed by
the executive to be prejudicial to the reputation of the CCLGA, then I shall
render myself liable to be withdrawn from the event or squad and may be sent
home and/or subject to further Disciplinary Proceedings. I accept unequivocally the terms and
conditions detailed above, together with all reasonable instructions and
requests made of me by the official executive member of the CCLGA at all times.
2.2.
Parental/Guardian Declaration:
I am aware
of and understand the CCLGA Junior Golf Policy and Practices. I agree that my daughter must abide by these
standards and code of conduct whilst in the care of the CCLGA and whilst
participating in County Junior Golf activities and do hereby release the
Cheshire County Ladies Golf Association and its representatives from all
liability and/or claims for illness, injuries and damage that may arise
directly or indirectly as a result of my daughter breaching the conditions
detailed above. I accept that
exceptional costs arising in connection with or as a consequence of such
breaches will be my responsibility. I
confirm that I accept the CCLGA Junior Golf Policy and Practices and that I
have provided the relevant information the County may reasonably require and
will advise you immediately should there be any significant change in these
details. I may also particularly acknowledge the importance of complying with
notified meeting arrangements.
These
declarations are indicated by signature of the Player Information and Parental
Consent form Appendix 3 by both the Player and Parent or the submission of a
championship entry form to participate in a County Junior Golf Event.
Name of
Applicant……………………………………………………
Signature of
Undertaking:………………………………………………………
Date………………………………………
Please
return to:
Hon.
Secretary:
Mrs
Ann McCormick
“Frinton”
22
Buxton Road West
Disley
Cheshire
SK12
2LY
Appendix 3: Cheshire County Ladies Golf Association
Junior Golf Policy and Operating Practices
Form of undertaking by county executives
Name of
Applicant……………………………………………………
In the event of my appointment to
the County Executive Committee I give my undertaking that I am aware of the
CCLGA junior golf policy and operating practices and that I have received a
copy of the document. I confirm that I
understand the provisions and responsibilities set out in the document and
agree without qualification that any involvement which I may have with County
Junior Activities will be in compliance with these requirements. I understand that I may be requested to
provide details of any CRB clearance obtained for me by another organization
and/or complete a “Self Disclosure Form” for the purposes of complying with
this process. I appreciate that this
requires that I supply information regarding any previous names by which I
might have been known, any criminal offences which I may have been convicted of,
whether I am a person “known” to the Child Social Care Department as being an
actual or potential risk to children, or currently under investigation for a
child protection related issue. In
addition I will be required to provide a suitable form of identification and
state if I have been the subject of disciplinary sanction from any sports
organization relating to child abuse or poor practice. I understand that in the event that such
clearance cannot be satisfactorily obtained, I cannot remain a member of the
county executive committee except where it may be possible to the satisfaction
of the county to provide a suitable appointment, having no contact with Junior
Golf Activities.
In the event that I agree to use a
private motor vehicle for the transportation of girls, I give my assurance to
the County that any such vehicle will be adequately insured and taxed for the
purpose and operated with due care and in compliance with applicable
legislation. I understand that I must
check that all passengers are wearing a seat belt and in any circumstance that
it may be agreed that I carry an individual girl, she must sit in the rear of
the vehicle.
Signature
of Undertaking:…………………………………………………………………
Date………………………………………
Please
return to:
Hon.
Secretary:
Mrs
Ann McCormick
“Frinton”
22
Buxton Road West
Disley
Cheshire
SK12
2LY
Appendix 3: Cheshire County Ladies Golf Association
Junior Golf Policy and Operating Practices
Form of undertaking by county junior
committee
Name of
Applicant……………………………………………………
In the event of my appointment to
the County Junior Committee I give my undertaking that I am aware of the CCLGA
junior golf policy and operating practices and that I have received a copy of
the document. I confirm that I
understand the provisions and responsibilities set out in the document and
agree without qualification that any involvement which I may have with County
Junior Activities will be in compliance with these requirements. I understand that I may be requested to
provide details of any CRB clearance obtained for me by another organization
and/or complete a “Self Disclosure Form” for the purposes of complying with
this process. I appreciate that this
requires that I supply information regarding any previous names by which I
might have been known, any criminal offences which I may have been convicted of,
whether I am a person “known” to the Child Social Care Department as being an
actual or potential risk to children, or currently under investigation for a
child protection related issue. In
addition I will be required to provide a suitable form of identification and
state if I have been the subject of disciplinary sanction from any sports
organization relating to child abuse or poor practice. I understand that in the event that such
clearance cannot be satisfactorily obtained, I cannot remain a member of the
county executive committee except where it may be possible to the satisfaction
of the county to provide a suitable appointment, having no contact with Junior
Golf Activities.
In the event that I agree to use a
private motor vehicle for the transportation of girls, I give my assurance to
the County that any such vehicle will be adequately insured and taxed for the
purpose and operated with due care and in compliance with applicable
legislation. I understand that I must
check that all passengers are wearing a seat belt and in any circumstance that
it may be agreed that I carry an individual girl, she must sit in the rear of
the vehicle.
Signature
of Undertaking:…………………………………………………………………
Date………………………………………
Please
return to:
Hon.
Secretary:
Mrs
Ann McCormick
“Frinton”
22
Buxton Road West
Disley
Cheshire
SK12
2LY