Member & Child Welfare Policies
From the Swimming Australia web site
Swimming Australia has adopted a new Member Welfare Policy (MWP) and Child Welfare Policy (CWP) as of July 2007. These two polices replace the member protection policy implemented in October 2002.
The Member and Child Welfare Policies are an essential part of Swimming Australia’s proactive and preventative approach to tackling inappropriate behaviour. We are committed to ensuring that everyone associated with Swimming Australia complies with the Member and Child Welfare Policies and ask all members and stakeholders to assist us in promoting these policies wherever possible.
It is the responsibility of everyone involved in swimming to be aware of these new Policies as they are applicable to all Swimming Australia Stakeholders, Directors, Employees, Contractors, Volunteers and Members whether they are in a paid, unpaid or voluntary capacity.
The Member and Child Welfare Policies and Behavioral Guidelines assist in ensuring that every person involved in our sport is treated with respect and dignity, is safe and protected from abuse.
Policies and Procedures
- Member Welfare Policy
- Member Welfare Procedures
- Child Welfare Policy
- Child Welfare Procedures
- 2007 Behavioural Guidelines
Hot Weather Policy
Members are reminded of Swimming SA's 'Hot Weather Policy' which has been invoked at least once over the past summer. Members should be aware that the policy will be invoked if the forecast temperature is over 34°C, with cancellation likely if the forecast temperature is above 38°C
- Hot Weather Policy "Preventing Heat Illness in Swimming" (PDF, link opens in new window)