Code Of Conduct

 Voted into effect: May 6th 2017

Below is a summary of the South Shore Rugby Football Club’s Code of Conduct. A full version can be downloaded here.

Summary

S.S.A.R.F.C is committed to leading by example, treating all individuals with respect and consideration, providing an organization, a community and an environment that is welcoming, safe and supportive for all Individuals to enjoy Rugby.

SAFETY

  • Enhance the safe play of rugby by instilling and upholding a culture of safety, injury prevention and fair play

  • Understand the symptoms of concussion, and support the disclosure of those symptoms

INTEGRITY

  • Consistently demonstrate the spirit of sportsmanship, sport leadership and ethical behavior

  • Ensure adherence to the Laws of the Game and the spirit of those laws

  • Promote Rugby as a Clean Sport and adhere to the American Policy against Doping in Sport

RESPECT

  • At all times show respect towards officials, coaches, team support personnel, players and opponents

  • Maintain and enhance the dignity and self-esteem of individuals by treating all individuals fairly and respectfully

  • Respect the property of others and not willfully cause damage

INCLUSION

  • Proactively invite and include all people in Rugby, regardless of age, athletic ability, gender, ancestry, ethnic or racial origin, nationality, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, religious belief, political belief, disability or economic status

APPLICATION

In accordance with S.S.A.R.F.C.’s Bylaws, this Code of Conduct applies to any Member of S.S.A.R.F.C. and any Director of Officer of S.S.A.R.F.C.. Additionally, it applies to all Individuals conducting or involved with S.S.A.R.F.C business, teams, programs, competitions, events and activities