WEYBRIDGE​ROWING.CLUB

            OUR COMMITMENT

We are committed to making sure everyone who participates in rowing can do so in an enjoyable and safe environment. To safeguard and protect young athletes and adults, we work within guidance set out by British Rowing – and as outlined below:

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• We believe that the welfare of young people is paramount – our aim is to ensure that all are protected when training or competing.

• We enable everyone, whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, religious beliefs or sexual identity - to enjoy a fun and safe environment - and includes staying safe online.

• We take all reasonable steps to protect young athletes from harm, discrimination or degrading treatment, and respect their rights, wishes and feelings.

• We take seriously any suspicions and allegations of poor practice or abuse, and will respond swiftly and appropriately to them.

• We ensure that all adults who work with young athletes, including our coaches and volunteers, are recruited with regard to their suitability for that responsibility; receive guidance and/or training in good practice and child protection procedures; and are subject to checks by the Disclosure and Baring Service (previously known as Criminal Records Bureau) at the enhanced level.

• We believe that the safeguarding of adults is our responsibility. Making the sport of rowing safe for all adults will ensure a wider participation in the sport and ensure safe access for everyone. We aim to establish and promote best practice to support continual development.

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