The club takes all aspects of Safety and Child Protection seriously. Relevant Coaching Staff and Volunteers have up to date PVG’s, (Child Protection Checks) and Child Protection Training. The Lead Coach present with all groups is PVG checked, is 1st aid trained and is on the British Fencing Coaches Register.
Anyone with any concerns about the behaviour of Club Coaches, or volunteers, or any aspect of the club is encouraged to contact our Club Welfare Officer
John Leach: Contact Welfare Officer: shetlandfencingwelfareofficer@gmail.com
Our Welfare procedures and codes of conduct are detailed below. Where appropriate, we adopt the Sport’s Governing Bodies’ policies.
British Fencing Safeguarding for Coaches
British Fencing Safety Guidelines
Procedures for responding to Complaints against staff and volunteers
Disciplinary Procedures for Staff and Volunteers