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Bideford ARC Safety and Codes of Conduct
Rowing activity at Bideford Amateur Rowing Club must be in accordance with the Amateur Rowing Association “Water Safety Code” and "Child Protection Procedures" . The full text of these codes is displayed in the Boathouse and on the ARA web site.
These codes, together with our own BARC Codes of Practice and Conduct (see below), are in place to enable us to enjoy our sport in a safe and responsible manner with regard to our own safety and that of others.
Failure to follow the codes can have severe consequences.
Notices detailing local safety rules are also posted in the Boathouse.
Members are advised to update themselves with all notices displayed at the Boathouse – in particular those relating to safety.
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Equity Policy Statement
BIDEFORD AMATEUR ROWING CLUB is committed to ensuring that equity is incorporated across all aspects of its development. In doing so it acknowledges and adopts the following Sport England definition of sports equity:
Sports equity is about fairness in sport, equality of access, recognising inequalities and taking steps to address them. It is about changing the culture and structure of sport to ensure it becomes equally accessible to everyone in society.
The club respects the rights, dignity and worth of every person and will treat everyone equally within the context of their sport, regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexuality or social/economic status.
The club is committed to everyone having the right to enjoy their sport in an environment free from threat of intimidation, harassment and abuse.
All club members have a responsibility to oppose discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity.
The club will deal with any incidence of discriminatory behaviour seriously, according to club disciplinary procedures.
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BARC Code of practice
Purpose of the Club
To provide equal, equitable and safe opportunities for members of Bideford Amateur Rowing Club to take part in rowing and sculling.
Activities shall include
The introduction of novices (Seniors & Juniors)
The introduction of Project Oarsome Via Bideford College
Provision for experienced performers
Participation in appropriate competition and coaching programmes
Instruction on safe practice and technical aspects of the sport
Encourage and Support to progress as appropriate within Performance and Coaching Pathways
The Club shall further make provision for the encouragement of the development of the sport of rowing as the Rowing Sub-Committee shall see fit.
Introduction
This document forms the established code of practice for Bideford Amateur Rowing Club for throughout the year
It shall be liable to review and update throughout the year and shall be formally reviewed annually by the Rowing Sub-Committee
All Rowing Club Members will be made aware of their Duty of Care responsibilities via this and other documentation displayed in the Boathouse
In conjunction with further information received from the W.E.A.R.A and the A.R.A and displayed at the Boathouse, this document shall be the basis for the Safe Operation of Bideford Amateur Rowing Club
All senior members and coaches are to make themselves familiar with the Club’s Water Safety Plan and the Child Protection Policy
All members should read and understand the club’s code of conduct and the A.R.A water safety code
Membership
Members will be registered, upon payment of an agreed subscription, with Bideford Amateur Rowing Club and the W.E.A.R A
The list of members entitled to participate in rowing activities will be displayed at the Boathouse, and updated by the Rowing Captain or Membership Secretary as appropriate.
All members must complete an Individual Profile before participating in any Club Activity. These will be registered with the Rowing Captain and Membership Secretary as appropriate.
A copy of this Code of Practice will be displayed in the Clubhouse, and the attention of all members will be drawn to it.
Full details of Club activities and contacts can be found on the Boathouse Notice board
Induction
Appropriate coaching shall be given to all members by suitably experienced / qualified persons who shall be co-ordinated by the Rowing Captain or Senior Coach
New Members shall where possible receive a formal induction to include safety, boat handling skills, capsize/crash routines, dry-rowing and general fitness information. Where members miss this briefing session they shall be informed of Club Practice at their earliest visit to the Boathouse.
Training
River and Land Training Events will be organised for separate groups as appropriate to their standards. Notice of specific arrangements will be made on the Boathouse Notice board or via their Coach or Rowing Captain
The Club shall seek to support persons actively involved in coaching activities in attaining ARA Coaching Qualifications as appropriate.
Minibus driving shall be done in co-operation with the Rowing Captain and the Rowing Sub-Committee with the added criteria of adherence to the ARA Guidelines on Towing Boat Trailers.
Individual participants are held responsible for their own actions where they act against the instruction of the Rowing Captain and/or the Rowing Sub-Committee and/or the Club Code of Practice.
Coaches
The Rowing Captain and/or the Rowing Sub-Committee shall appoint appropriately experienced and/or qualified coaches to support the activities of the Rowers
Where appropriate these persons shall act as Lead or Support Coaches for nominated squads, to reflect their experience / expertise. New Coaches to Bideford Amateur Rowing Club shall be subject to references/checks for suitability by the Rowing Captain and/or the Rowing Sub-Committee before engagement.
All Coaches should be C.R.B checked and the details given to the Rowing Captain and the Club Warfare Officer
All coaches should be members of the A.R.A thus giving them liability insurance and details given to the Rowing Captain and Warfare Officer
The liability insurance for each coach shall be checked before engagement. Where they are not members of the ARA further enquiries shall be made and no engagement made until accredited by the Rowing Captain and/or the Rowing Sub-Committee
All coaches should read and understand the club’s child protection policy and the code of conduct
Coaches / Instructors shall behave in such a manner as not to place their charges at any risk greater than that associated with normal participation
If in any doubt, the Coach and Crew have a responsibility to act in mind of both their own safety, and the safety of other river users, and should not go afloat.
When coaching sculling/double sculls without the safety boat Coaches must only allow participants to row from between the launch steps and the old bridge and Coaches must have a throw bag on them at all times
Boathouse/Equipment
No person shall use nor adjust any equipment not specifically allocated to him or her without reference to the Rowing Captain
All boats must be booked out with a time and name of crew
Boats can be booked a week in advance at the earliest
Members have a responsibility to record in the Damage/Repairs Book any remedial work required.
All Coaches and Crews shall ensure that all Coxes wear lifejackets whilst afloat
All boats, blades and secured fittings will be provided and maintained by the Rowing Captain or Boatman.
Individual Rowing Members remain responsible for monitoring and checking the equipment they are using (boat, bowball, heel restraints, hatch covers, steering and riggers) and reporting defects accordingly
All Crews/Coaches have a responsibility to wash the boat, fittings, riggers and the oars after EVERY outing
Care must be taken when taking boats/oars from the rack to the launch steps and when putting back
Shouting, bad language, eating or smoking in the boathouse should never be practical nor tolerated by any member
Activities/Events
All members should wear the club colours of RED on the water when representing the club at rowing events/regattas
All activities ("active" or "social") organised by the Club shall be run in accordance with these guidelines and those of the W.E.A.R.A and ARA: Activities shall include
Rowing/Sculling training and competition
Land rowing and Land Training, to include event participation
Social Trips as appropriate
Where the Club is participating in an Event crew-members will be informed via the Clubhouse notice board of the full details
Regular activities not requiring specific notification to W.E.A.R.A or A.R.A shall be; Organised training sessions based at the Clubhouse, informal squad or club social evenings,
Insurance
Registered members involved in Clubhouse activities have Liability Insurance cover This is not Medical Insurance, for which participants remain individually responsible.
All members take part in on-water activities at their own risk
All Club equipment is registered and insured The personal property of members is not covered.
All members are encouraged to become registered members of the ARA, which provides third-party liability cover. No coach will be retained who does not have this cover.
Incidents/First Aid
All Coaches/Members are oblige to report ALL incidents and near misses, in the incident report book that is located in the Boathouse
Contact the Rowing Captain or Safety Adviser as soon as possible
Incidents reports should contain –
1. A detailed summary of the incident including date, time, names of boats and crew members and light and stream conditions
2. A sketch showing boats, obstructions, direction of travel and stream
3. A statement by witness, by those involved
4. The signature, dated and timed of the person making the report
5. If the incident requires first aid treatment then the name of the first aider should also be recorded and the treatment given
6. to the safety adviser or the Rowing Captain as soon as possible
7. First Aid Supplies are available at the Clubhouse and on the mini bus as well as all safety boats. All ARA Coaches have first aid knowledge as a course component.
Participants are requested to advise their coach / crew mates of any medication or medical condition which may suddenly effect their health / performance (eg, Asthmatic (and where IN BOAT the inhaler is carried), diabetic, epileptic, etc.).
All incidents and injuries other than blisters must be recorded and passed to the Club President. Any breaks, bad cuts, dislocations or head injuries will further be reported to the W.E.A.R.A and the ARA as appropriate.
Complaints Procedure
All members shall have right to refer issues in writing to the Rowing Captain or Rowing Sub-Committee
Further appeal can be made to the General Committee if no written response is made in answer to issues within two weeks.
Club Discipline
All Members must abide by the Code of Practice and the Constitution and Rules of Bideford Amateur Rowing Club
All matters of Rowing Discipline are the responsibility of the Rowing Captain and/or the Rowing Sub-Committee in the first instance, with referral to the General Committee as required.
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BARC Coaches Code of Conduct
KEY PRINCIPLES:
RIGHTS - Coaches should -
Respect and champion the rights of every individual to participate in the sport of rowing
Provide choices for individual performers in rowing
Provide an environment in which children are free from fear or harassment
Recognise the rights of performers to be treated as individuals
Promote the concept of a well-balanced lifestyle for the performers both within and outside of rowing
Treat all individuals with respect at all times
Not discriminate on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, colour, disability, sexuality, age, occupation, religion or political opinion
Not condone or allow to go unchallenged any form of discrimination
Not publicly criticise or engage in demeaning descriptions of others
Be discreet in any conversation about performers, coaches or other individuals
Communicate with and provide feedback to performers in a manner which reflects respect and care
Assert a positive and active leadership role to prevent any use of prohibited drugs or other disallowed performance enhancing substances or practices. This leadership by coaches includes education of the athletes on the harmful effects of prohibited substances and practices
RELATIONSHIPS - Coaches should always
Consider their behaviour – do not engage in behaviour that constitutes any form of abuse
Promote the welfare and best interest of the performers even if this means letting another professional take over
Avoid sexual intimacy with performers at all times and under any conditions including immediately after the coaching relationship has ended
Empower performers to be responsible for their own decisions
Clarify the nature of the coaching services being offered to performers
Communicate and cooperate with other organisations and individuals in the best interest of the performers
Be fair, honest and considerate to performers and others in the sport of rowing
Project an image of health, cleanliness and functional efficiency
Be a positive role model for performers at all times
Know that the relationship between coach and performer relies heavily on mutual trust and respect.
RESPONSIBILITIES - Coaches should
Demonstrate proper personal behaviour and conduct at all times
Hold recognised coaching qualifications Coaches should respect that the gaining of coaching qualifications is an ongoing commitment achieved through the upgrading of their knowledge by attendance at accredited courses and through practical coaching experience. Coaches also have a responsibility to share the knowledge and practical experience they gain
Respect the image of the coach and continuously maintain the highest standard of personal conduct reflected in both the manner of appearance and behaviour
Ensure that the activities, training and competition programs they advocate and direct ore appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual performer.
Treat opponents with due respect, both in victory and defeat, and should encourage their performers to act in a similar manner. A key role for a coach is to prepare performers to respond to success and failure in a dignified manner.
Accept responsibility for the conduct of their performers and discourage inappropriate behaviour in training, competition, and away from the sporting arena.
Never smoke while coaching.
Not drink alcohol so soon before coaching that it would affect their competence to coach, compromise the safety of the performers or obviously indicate they had been drinking (e.g. smell of alcohol on breath).
All reasonable steps should be taken to establish a safe working environment.
Ensure the activity undertaken should be suitable for the age, physical and emotional maturity, experience and ability of the performers.
Never take photographs nor videos of performers in action with out their permission
Never take photographs nor videos of junior performers in action with out written permission from the performers parents / guardians
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BARC Junior Code of Conduct
Bideford Amateur Rowing Club is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well being of all its junior members. The club believes that it is important that members, coaches, administrators and parents associated with the club should, at all times, show respect encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with Heather Godfrey (welfare Officer) or Glenn Wilkins (Rowing Captain)
As a member of Bideford Amateur Rowing Club you are expected to abide by the following junior club rules:
All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions.
All members must respect opponents.
Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late.
Members must wear suitable kit – T-Shirt, Sweater, Shorts, Socks, Water Proofs Hats and Wellies (depending on the weather) – for training and regattas, as agreed with the coach/team manager.
Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly.
Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions.
Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club.
Junior members must read and understand the club’s Code of Practice and the water safety plan
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BARC Local Water Safety Plan
INTRODUCTION
This document forms the established Water Safety Plan for Bideford Amateur Rowing Club for throughout the year
It shall be liable to review and update throughout the year and shall be formally reviewed annually by the Rowing Sub-Committee on the advice of the Safety Adviser and/or the Rowing Captain
All Rowing Club Members will be made aware of their Duty of Care responsibilities via this and other documentation displayed in the Boathouse
In conjunction with further information received from the W.E.A.R.A and the A.R.A and displayed at the Boathouse, this document shall be the basis for the Safe Prevention and /or Operation in the event of an emergency
All rowing members and coaches are to make themselves familiar with the Club’s Water Safety Plan and the A.R.A Water Safety Code (see boat house notice board)
All participants in rowing and sculling, including coxswains, will receive proper instruction in watermanship and technique, including capsize drills, from a qualified coach so that no person puts themselves or others at risk when on the water. Junior members and beginners will receive particular attention.
Every encouragement will be given to athletes and coaches and Safety Advisers to become fully conversant with life saving and resuscitation techniques through practice and by attendance at ARA and other recognised training courses.
Emergency services and contact numbers are displayed on the boathouse notice board
INSURANCE
All members are encouraged to become registered members of the ARA, which provides third-party liability cover.
All Coaches must become registered members of the ARA, which provides third-party liability cover. No coach will be retained who does not have this cover.
Registered members involved in Boathouse activities have Liability Insurance cover this is not Medical Insurance, for which participants remain individually responsible.
All members take part in on-water activities at their own risk for which participants remain individually responsible.
All Club equipment is registered and insured the personal property of members is not covered.
RESPONSIBILITIES
All Participants
· Individuals participating in any activity on the water must accept responsibility for their own actions.
· Must show or prove an ability to swim 100 metres in light clothing and to demonstrate within that test competence underwater, in treading water, and in swimming on front and back, is considered a minimum requirement. If a person cannot meet the requirements of the swimming test for physical or other reasons, an approved lifejacket or buoyancy aid must be worn when in a boat. In case of accident, stay with your boat rather than attempt to swim to safety. Your boat, unless seriously damaged, is your life raft.
· B.A.R.C strongly recommends that all active members, particularly junior members should do the capsize drill and swim test that the clubs runs every year (April)
· Must be of good health before undertaking strenuous exercise and the Safety Adviser and coaches must satisfy themselves in this respect. Where any concerns exist, medical advice must be sought.
· ALL Scullers and double scullers MUST wear a whistle while out on the water (whistles are hung up on the notice board) (only one person in a double may need wear one) and if rowing out of club normal training hours all participants MUST let some one know what time they are going out and what time they are coming back in
· In all activities, maintain a good look out for your own safety and that of those around you.· Must be aware of water skiers using the water between Bideford new bridge and Appledore Shipyard
· Must be aware of the water jets being use off the north end of the quay during high tide
· Must always point the bows of the boat against the wind or tide (whichever is the strongest) when approaching or leaving the launch steps
· Beginners and Juniors
· All beginners and juniors MUST be accompanied by a club coach at all times
to only row / train between the two Bideford bridges · All beginners and juniors are recommended
· When being coached in sculls or double sculls with no safety boat AND IN calm conditions only row / train between the launch steps and Bideford old bridge AND ALWAYS WEAR A WHISTLE (whistles are hung up on the notice board)
· Intermediate / Experience Rowers
· When rowing under the old bridge only the 4th or the 5th arches from the east side of the town may be use no other arch is recommended to use
· It is recommended not to go further than Hallspill when rowing up river
· It is recommended not to go further than Appledore shipyard when rowing down river
· All rowers should be aware of water skiers using the water between Bideford new bridge and Appledore shipyard
· Coxswains
· Any person steering a boat is responsible for the crew in their charge. Steering a boat is a highly responsible role.
· Coxswains are to be over the age of 11 years of age
· To be eligible to take part in W.E.A.R.A / A.R.A events/regattas they must be 12 years of age
· All Coxswains must do a capsize drill and be able to swim at least 100 metres
· Coxswains should wear clothing suitable for the weather conditions.
· All Coxswains must wear a life jacket at all times and be aware of how to use the life jackets including the USE OF THE WHISTLE
· Coxswains should be aware of the dangers and symptoms of hypothermia
Coaches
· The coach is not only concerned to coach crews, but has an underlying responsibility for their safety whilst in his/her charge.
· All Coaches should make themselves familiar with the A.R.A Water Safety Code (see boathouse notice board)
· All coaches should be members of the A.R.A thus giving them liability insurance and details given to the Rowing Captain and Warfare Officer
· Before beginning any coaching session out on the water, the coach must go through a risk assessment process relevant to the activity proposed. The assessment must take into account the ages, abilities and limitations of the athletes involved, together with the water and weather conditions prevailing or facilities available
· Coaches / Instructors shall behave in such a manner as not to place their charges at any risk greater than that associated with normal participation.
· Before beginning any coaching session out on the water, the coach must go through a risk assessment process relevant to the activity proposed. They shall be responsible for ascertaining the safety of conditions afloat with mind to the following factors;
1. Height and Speed of water (Make note of high water times)
2. Correct clothing (According to weather conditions)
3. Wind strength
4. Visibility In fading light or fog
5. Age, Ability and Experience of crew / cox / coach
· If in any doubt, the Coach and Crew have a responsibility to act in mind of both their own safety, and the safety of other river users, and should not go afloat.
· When coaching beginners or competent juniors in sculling or double sculls without the safety boat AND IN calm conditions Coaches must only allow participants to row from in between the launch steps and the old bridge and Coaches MUST have a throw bag on them at all times AND MAKE SURE THE PARTICIPANTS ARE WEARING A WHISTLE
· When coaching beginners and juniors in fours or eights it’s recommended to only row / coach between the two Bideford bridges
· Rowing or sculling in the dark or in poor visibility is dangerous and is not to be encouraged.
RISK ASSESSMENTS
Risk assessments should always be done before any outing on the water
A simple risk based Control Plan –
Severity of Outcome
Probablilty of Accident..........Slightly harmful...........Harmful.......................Extremely harmful
Highly unlikely .....................Trivial risk ..................Tolerable risk ...............Moderate risk........
Unlikely...............................Tolerable Risk .............Moderate risk ...............Substantial risk.....
Likely..................................Moderate risk ..............Substantial risk .............Intolerable risk.....
Trivial:No action is required
Tolerable: No additional controls are required. Consideration may be given to a more effective solution or improvement.
Moderate: Efforts should be made to reduce the risk. Risk reduction measures should be implemented within a defined time period. Where the moderate risk is associated with harmful / serious consequences further assessment may be necessary to establish more precisely the likelihood of harm as a basis for determining the need for improved control measures.
Substantial: The activity should not be started until the risk has been reduced. Considerable resources may have to be allocated to reduce the risk. Where the risk involves activity already in progress, urgent action should be taken.
Intolerable: Activity should not be started or continued until the risk has been reduced. If it is not possible to reduce risk even with unlimited resources, activity has to remain prohibited.
EQUIPMENT·
Individual Rowing Members remain responsible for monitoring and checking the equipment they are using. Particular attention is to be paid to the following·
The bowballs of the boats· Heel restraints
· The “buttons” on oars and sculls
· Buoyancy compartments and hatch covers
· Steering and it’s fittings
· Riggers and it’s fittings
No person shall use nor adjust any equipment not specifically allocated to him or her without reference to the Rowing Captain
All boats must be booked out with a time and name of crew
Boats can be booked a week in advance at the earliest
Members have a responsibility to record in the Damage/Repairs Book any remedial work required.
All boats, blades and secured fittings will be provided and maintained by the Rowing Captain or Boatman.
All Crews/Coaches have a responsibility to wash the boat, fittings, riggers and the oars after EVERY outing
Care must be taken when taking boats/oars from the rack to the launch steps and when putting back
EMERGENCY
All Coaches / rowing members are oblige to report ALL incidents and near misses, in the incident report book that is located in the Boathouse
Contact the Rowing Captain or Safety Adviser as soon as possible
Incidents reports should contain –
1. A detailed summary of the incident including date, time, names of boats and crew members and light and stream conditions
2. A sketch showing boats, obstructions, direction of travel and stream
3. A statement by witness, by those involved
4. The signature, dated and timed of the person making the report
5. If the incident requires first aid treatment then the name of the first aider should also be recorded and the treatment given.
First Aid Supplies are available at the Clubhouse and on the mini bus as well as all safety boats. All ARA Coaches have first aid knowledge as a course component.
Participants are requested to advise their coach / crew mates of any medication or medical condition which may suddenly effect their health / performance (eg, Asthmatic (and where IN BOAT the inhaler is carried), diabetic, epileptic, etc.).
All incidents and injuries other than blisters must be recorded and passed to the Club Safety Adviser and/or Rowing Captain. Any breaks, bad cuts, dislocations or head injuries will further be reported to the W.E.A.R.A and the ARA as appropriate.
COLLISION
Steps to help crews in event of an emergency
Priority is to make sure the crew has not suffered any injuries and is capable of rowing back to the launch steps
Make sure the boat has not suffered any damage to the hull so the crew are able to row back to the launch steps
IF IN ANY DIFFICULTY – USE THE WHISTLE – THREE SHORT BLASTS THEN THREE LONG BLASTS – THEN REPEAT
Get names and addresses of any witnesses if possible
Failing 1 and 2 the crew has to row to the nearest safe landing on the river bank
Secure the boat and make sure the crew are warm and get help immediately for the injured party
Arrange for a safety boat to come and collect the boat
As soon as the boat and the crew are safely back at the club the incidence book and relevant forms should be filled in
CAPSIZE
In the event of a sculler or crew capsizing the capsize drill should then be put into action
HOLD ON – IT IS IMPORTANT TO STAY WITH THE BOAT AS IT IS YOUR LIFE RAFT
Turn the boat back over only if it is safe to do so regarding the buoyancy (damage) and environment (weather and tide)
METHOD OF BOAT RIGHTING –
The participant should arrange the blades loosely parallel to the boat and then to push down to the nearest rigger with the feet and one hand. At the same time reaching over the hull with the free hand to grip the far rigger. Pull up and over taking care of the scull and blades as the boat rights itself. N.B fours and eights are unlikely to turn over except at launching steps
The participant should then make their way to the bows of the boat and make sure that they keep contact with the boat which it is difficult to grip and do not put to much weight on the hull
The participant should then tow the boat to the nearest landing stage on the riverbank bear in mind the tide flow and weather conditions
IF IN ANY DIFFICULTY – USE THE WHISTLE – THREE SHORT BLASTS THEN THREE LONG BLASTS – THEN REPEAT
Either get help and arrange for a safety boat to come and collect the boat or empty the boat of water then put it back in the water only if it is safe to row back to the launch steps
As soon as the boat and the crew are safely back at the club and any injuries seen to, then the incidence book and relevant forms should be filled in
SINKING
In the event of a sculler or crew sinking never leave nor get out of the boat unless you really have to
IT IS IMPORTANT TO STAY WITH THE BOAT AS IT IS YOUR LIFE RAFT
IF IN ANY DIFFICULTY – USE THE WHISTLE – THREE SHORT BLASTS THEN THREE LONG BLASTS – THEN REPEAT
If safe to do so the participants should then tow or row the boat to the nearest landing stage on the river bank bear in mind the tide flow and weather conditions
Either get help and arrange for a safety boat to come and collect the boat
Or empty the boat of water then put it back in the water only if it is safe to row back to the launch steps
As soon as the boat and the crew are safely back at the club the incidence book and relevant forms should be filled in
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