Safeguarding

Cardiff Bay Kayak Club is fully committed to safeguarding the well-being of its members.
All members should show respect and understanding for the rights, safety and welfare of
others, and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the Club.
We believe that taking part in Paddlesport should be positive and enjoyable to all and to
achieve this have the following aims:
● Club coaches and helpers should follow the British Canoeing Code(s) of Conduct.
● All Club coaches, helpers and officials working with young people and adults should
read and adhere to the Canoe Wales Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy
and Canoe Wales Safeguarding Adults Policy. The Club will follow the guidance of the
policy in the event of any concerns or allegations.
● The Club will ensure that anyone who meets the eligibly criteria for a Disclosure check
will not be deployed until a satisfactory check has been returned.
● All Club members are made aware of the Club Code(s) of Conduct.
● The Club will obtain written parental consent for under 18 years olds to participate in
the club. This will include medical details and ICE details of young paddlers which will
be made known to coaches, where deemed appropriate and/or necessary.
● Any paddler who coaches for the Club should be a member of Canoe Wales. The club
will encourage and support helpers to gain qualifications and assist coaches to stay
updated.
● The Club will identify a person Clare Ponsford whose role it is to deal with any issues
concerning Safeguarding (Club Safeguarding Officer) and notify this person to all
members. Anyone with concerns with respect to the welfare of a club member or
participant should contact that person. If that person is unavailable, they can contact
the Canoe Wales Safeguarding Officer (childprotection@canoewales.com)
● The Club will adopt and regularly review a Health and Safety Policy.
● The Club will review this Policy annually.