CHILD SAFETY

At South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club, the safety and well-being of all members, especially children and young people, is the highest priority.  The club is fully committed to upholding the principles outlined in the Child Safety Standards and Swimming Australia’s National Integrity Framework (NIF), ensuring that children feel safe, supported and respected in all interactions and activities within the club.

SGB recognises that every child has the right to participate in swimming in an environment free from harm, abuse and neglect.  As such the club has put in place robust policies, procedures and practices designed to protect children, promote their welfare and prevent any form of child abuse or misconduct.

Our commitment to Child Safely is built on the principles:

• Zero tolerance of Child Abuse
• Creating a safe and supportive environment
• Educating our community
• Working with children checks
• Supporting children and families
• Responding to concerns

For the clubs full policy, please click this link

All coaches and committee members are required to complete the Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport Induction Course on the Sports Integrity Australia website.

Due to the high level of parental involvement when volunteering with the club all parents and guardians who have regular contact with the club are required to submit a current working with children’s check.

To report a child safety incident, please click this link and provide the relevant information

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