Club Safeguarding Statement of Care
Manchester Cross‑Country Ski Club has signed up to the Snowsport England Safeguarding Policy Snowsafe and will abide by this and any future versions of it.
Our club acknowledges our duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice.
We recognise that the welfare and interests of children, young people and adults at risk are paramount in all circumstances.
Safeguarding Is Everyone’s Concern.
Club Welfare Contact
Susie Loates welfare@MCCSC.org.uk
Susie can be contacted if you have any concerns about a child or adult’s welfare, or for any advice about good practice in our club.
Her role is to provide support and guidance to all club members and help ensure our club provides a happy and safe environment for all participants.
Other Useful Numbers
• Snowsport England’s Safeguarding Lead
01509 232323
welfare@snowsportengland.org.uk
• If you are a young person and need to talk to someone: ChildLine 0800 1111
• If you are an adult and want some advice about a child you are worried about: NSPCC helpline 0808 800 5000
• If you think a child or adult is in immediate danger contact the Police on 999.
Club Safeguarding Policies and Codes of Conduct
• Club Safeguarding Policy Statement
• Code of Conduct for Members and Guests
• Code of Conduct for Children
• Code of Conduct and Ethics for Parents of Junior Members
FIS Code of Conduct for Skiers and Snowboarders
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has developed 'Rules of Conduct' that apply to all who use the pistes – regardless of what equipment they're using. This 'highway code' for the snow helps everyone to stay safe on the slopes, and should be followed at all times.
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