Code of Conduct

Milnerton Hockey Club

What is the Code of Conduct?

This Code of Conduct sets out the expected behaviour of all members of Milnerton Hockey Club, when participating in any activity or event, in-person or online. This includes, but is not limited to, sports fixtures, social events, travelling to and from an activity, trips and online communication under the name of Milnerton Hockey Club (MHC).

What are the aims of this Code of Conduct?

  • To protect members.
  • To protect others potentially affected by members' actions.
  • Ensure the highest possible standards of fairness, honesty, competition and behaviour.
  • Reduce the risk of harm, injury, harassment and nuisance to members and the wider community.
  • Create an inclusive environment.
  • Detail the actions that can be taken should the Code of Conduct be breached.

To whom does this Code apply?

  • All members of Milnerton Hockey Club.
  • All persons officially appointed to any team or individual competing in an event, league or social (including administrators, coaches, managers, and physiotherapists).
  • Spectators/supporters of Milnerton Hockey Club.

Terms of the Code of Conduct

All members must adhere to the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of Milnerton Hockey Club. All members/participants of Milnerton Hockey Club agree to abide by the terms outlined below:

  1. Members should not undertake any action which could bring the reputation of Milnerton Hockey Club into disrepute.
  2. A member must not participate in action which might cause damage to themselves or others.
  3. Members must report any action that may cause or has caused damage to themselves and others.
  4. Members must respect the property of Milnerton Hockey Club and of other members.
  5. Socials (and any related activity) must be opt-in only and have no effect on eligibility to hold membership of the Club or a committee position.
  6. Members of the Club should not pressure or coerce any other member into any action with which they feel uncomfortable.
  7. Members must act responsibly at all times when participating in activities so as to avoid actions which could bring the group, Milnerton Hockey Club or sponsors/funders into disrepute.
  8. Members should be aware of how their actions may be perceived by others.
  9. Members must conduct themselves in a reasonable manner relating to language, noise and behaviour.
  10. Members must compete in a manner of fair play with respect for opponents and civil behaviour regardless of the nature of the competition, when representing Milnerton Hockey Club.
  11. Members must treat facilities, members and officials at the Milnerton Hockey Club and any other club with respect and abide by any rules that may apply.
  12. Members must refrain from any form of harassment of others and respect the rights, dignity and values of others.
  13. Members must not encourage or pressure others into acting against the Code of Conduct.
  14. Members must operate within the rules, including national/provincial guidelines, which govern the sport of Field Hockey.
  15. Members must abide by the law at all times.
  16. During social events, especially those involving the consumption of alcohol, members are to be aware of their behaviour and the impact on others, particularly members of the local community.
  17. Members take responsibility for their own understanding of this Code of Conduct and the repercussions of any breaches and must seek further information or clarification if they are unsure about how it should be applied.

What happens if this Code of Conduct is breached?

If the Committee of Milnerton Hockey Club receives information that indicates an activity of a member may be in breach of this Code of Conduct, the following steps will be taken:

  1. The sanction process is initiated once an incident is reported to the Committee. Reports can be made anonymously and strict confidentiality will be ensured.
  2. An appropriate staff member will contact the member in question to obtain further information and to check if any action has or will be taken by said member.
  3. The alleged breach will be investigated and if satisfied that a breach may have occurred it will be referred to the appropriate officials for consideration. This will depend on the severity of the alleged breach. Those responsible for reviewing and ruling on the complaint may include other elected officers.
  4. Once the reviewing body has taken all statements, and considered them, they will make a ruling on the breach and issue sanctions befitting the severity of the breach of the Code.

By registering with Milnerton Hockey Club, you agree to abide by this Code of Conduct.

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