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Respect the
rights, dignity and worth of every person within the context of Cricket
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Treat everyone equally and not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender,
disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital
status, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or
political belief
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Not condone, or allow
to go unchallenged, any form of discrimination if witnessed
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Display high standards
of behaviour
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Promote the positive
aspects of Cricket e.g. fair play
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Encourage all
participants to learn the Laws and rules and play within them, respecting
the decisions of match officials
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Actively discourage
unfair play, rule violations and arguing with match officials
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Recognise good
performance not just match results
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Place the well-being
and safety of Young People above the development of performance
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Ensure that activities
are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual
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Respect Young People’s
opinions when making decisions about their participation in Cricket
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Not smoke, drink or use
banned substances whilst actively working with Young People in the Club
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Not provide Young
People with alcohol when they are under the care of the Club
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Follow ECB guidelines
set out in the “Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children” and any other relevant guidelines issued
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Report any concerns in
relation to a Young Person, following reporting procedures laid down by the ECB.
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Hold relevant
qualifications and be covered by appropriate insurance
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Always work in an open
environment (i.e. avoid private or unobserved situations and encourage an open environment)
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Inform Players and
Parents of the requirements of Cricket
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Know and understand the
ECB’s “Safe Hands – Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children”
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Develop an appropriate
working relationship with Young Players, based on mutual trust and respect
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Ensure that physical
contact is appropriate and necessary and is carried out within recommended guidelines with the Young Player’s full consent
and approval
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Not engage in any form
of sexually related contact with a Young Player. This is strictly forbidden as is sexual innuendo, flirting or inappropriate
gestures and terms.
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Attend appropriate
training to keep up to date with their role and especially with respect to
the Safeguarding of Young People.