CODES OF ETHICS AND CODES OF CONDUCT IN THE WORK PLACE

To understand why codes of ethics and codes of conduct are needed in the work place Be able to link codes of ethics and conduct to a placement

Code of Ethics

In groups discuss what is a code of ethics and why it is needed with examples

Code of Ethics – coaches – referees – all officials

Maintain standards for sport and sports coaches

To inform and protect members of the public using their services

Code of Ethics – what?

Integrity Responsibility Competence Confidentiality Framework in which to work Guidelines – not instructions

RESPONSIBILITY

Managers take responsibility for the observation of the principles of a code of ethics

RESPONSIBILITY

Misconduct – is what?

Misconduct

Bad timekeeping Unreasonable or unexplained

absence Lack of application Wilful damage to property of

equipment

HUMANITY

Respect the rights - dignity – worth of every human being – right to

self-determination Officials must treat everyone equal

– regardless of sex – ethnic origin – religion – age – sexual persuasion - political persuasion

RELATIONSHIPS Well-being – health and future of

individual performers

Accept responsibility for own behaviour and performance in training – competition – social life

RELATIONSHIPS

Responsible for setting and monitoring boundaries with performers – working relationships – friendships

Opposite sex Young person No misinterpretation Mutual trust and respect

COMMITMENT Make clear in advance with players and

employers – number of sessions – fees – method of payment

Expectations of outcome of coaching Declare all coaching commitments Find out if any prospective client is

receiving guidance from other coaches to discuss situation

Make aware of any conflict and obligation to performer and governing body

CO-OPERATION

Link with education and performance – training

Communicate and co-operate with registered medical practitioners regarding injuries and psychological problems

CONFIDENTIALITY

Reach agreement what performer what is confidential and what can be public domain

ABUSE OF PRIVILEGE

Not exert undue influence over performers for personal benefit or reward

PERSONAL STANDARDS Display high personal standards at

all times to all concerned Take pride in personal appearance –

image of health – cleanliness – functional efficiency

Never smoke when coaching or officiating

Not drink alcohol soon before coaching

SAFETY

Safety of performers within limits Safe working environment Keep within approved practice in

sport Activities suitable for age –

experience – ability Players made aware of personal

responsibility in terms of safety

ISSUES OF COMPETENCE

Coaches and officials only work in areas they have been trained

Know when to refer performers to other workers

Increase professional development Welcome evaluation of work by

peers

UP TO YOU!

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