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At the
Board of Management Meeting on 11 January 2001, the following
policy statement was ratified. As per the Memorandum and Articles
of our Association, all members must adhere to the ethics
covered in the following statement. Further information and
guidelines are available from the SCA Office for any interested
party.
"Scottish
Canoe Association Policy on Protecting Children, Young People
and Vulnerable Adults. This policy recognises that while we
encourage vulnerable people including children and young people
to participate in canoeing and kayaking, we must also provide
safeguards which take reasonable steps to protect them from
the possibility of harm, discrimination or degrading treatment.
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The Scottish Canoe Association is fully
committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, young
people and vulnerable adults by protecting them from physical,
sexual and emotional harm. Volunteers and staff should, at
all times, show respect and understanding for the rights of
children, young people and vulnerable adults, and their safety
and welfare, and conduct themselves in a way that reflects
our principles. Nationally recognised procedures regarding
coaches, safety equipment and good practice should be adhered
to at all times."
Ruth
Todd Operations Manager
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