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Code of Conduct
Tournament spectators
- Be kind, calm, encouraging and supportive
- Be positive in your communication, including body language
- Let the players play, coaches coach and referees referee
- Avoid using upsetting, offensive, discriminatory language or behaviour towards anyone
Orange Veins expects spectators to adhere to the following tournament rules:
- Refrain from any form of bullying, harassment, abusive or disrespectful language or behaviour
- Comply with the tournament safety procedures and follow instruction from the tournament staff
- Never bring prohibited items
- Respect all decisions made by coaches and referees
- Remain within designated spectator areas. Spectators are not permitted within the field of play, changing areas or other restricted areas.
- Please remember to smoke only in designated areas. Thank you for your cooperation!
Spectators should report any concerns to the tournament committee without delay
The tournament committee reserves the right to determine appropriate action for breaches of this code of conduct. This may include being refused entry, ejected from the tournament and/or prevented from attending future tournaments.
Tournament standards of practice behaviour for Match Officials
Match officials are expected to:
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, honesty and integrity
- Refrain from any form of bullying, harassment, abusive, disrespectful or discriminatory language or behaviour
- Take all the reasonable steps to protect their own health and safety and that of other people who may be affected by their actions or omissions
- Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of children always underpins their practice and behaviour
- Ensure that safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and reported to the tournament committee
- Never smoke in front of children or at a time when it will detract from their responsibilities. This includes all types of smoking devices and paraphernalia
- Never carry out their duties whilst under the influence of alcohol, solvents or drugs
Breaches
The tournament committee reserves the right to determine appropriate action for breaches of these Standards of Practice and Behaviour. This may include:
- Being ejected from the tournament
- Interim or permanent suspension from participating in future tournaments
Tournament Expectations of Children and Young people
Orange Veins would like everyone to have a great time at our tournaments. We expect children and young people participating in our tournaments to play their part on and off the pitch by:
- Follow the rules before, during and after games
- Respect match officials and their decisions
- Listen to and follow safety instructions from the tournament staff
- Show respect for the people – your teammates, other teams, referees and staff. If anyone says or does something to upset you, tell an adult you trust
- Refrain from any form of bullying, harassment, abusive, disrespectful or discriminatory language or behaviour
- Respect the place – the venue, transport and hotels
Breaches
The tournament committee reserves the right to determine appropriate action for breaches of this expectations conduct. This may include:
- Suspension: Players may face temporary bans from participating in matches, tournament or eviction from tournament venue.
- Red Card: Immediate ejection from the match, along with a possible additional suspension.
- Reputation Damage: Breaching conduct can tarnish a player’s or possibly team’s reputation, affecting future opportunities.
- Increased Scrutiny: Players may be subject to closer monitoring in future games or tournaments.
- Ineligibility for Awards: Players may face being disqualified from receiving tournament awards or recognitions.
- Legal Consequences: In severe cases, legal action could be taken, especially if the breach involves violence, harassment or racial abuse.
These consequences aim to maintain fair play and respect within our tournament.
Tournament Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Club Staff
Club staff attending our tournaments are expected to:
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, honesty and integrity
- Refrain from any form of bullying, harassment, abusive, disrespectful or discriminatory language or behaviour
- Work collaboratively with the tournament committee and follow staff instructions
- Take all reasonable steps to protect their own health and safety and that of other people who may be affected by their actions or omissions
- Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of children underpins their practice and behaviour at all time
- Ensure that safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and reported to the tournament committee
- Ensure appropriate supervision of the children in their care. This includes reasonable supervision during down time and when participants have gone to bed
- Never smoke in front of children or at a time when it will detract from their responsibilities. This includes all types of smoking devices and paraphernalia
- Never carry out their duties while under the influence of alcohol, solvents or drugs
- Each team is required to indicate in the participant list which staff member will serve as point of contact in the event of one of the above.
Breaches
The tournament committee reserves the right to determine appropriate action for breaches of this expectations programme. This may include:
- Being ejected from the event
- Interim or permanent suspension from participating in future tournaments
- Clubs being notified to manage in accordance with their internal policies and procedures
Discrimination reporting protocol
Discriminatory abuse
Spectator > Participant
Should a participant be subject to discriminatory abuse by a spectator(s) then this should be reported to the tournament committee. The spectator concerned should then have their details taken and be asked to leave the tournament venue.
Participant > Participant (On-field)
Should a participant be subject to discriminatory abuse by another participant that is heard by the match official; in accordance with Rules stated in the Tournament Regulations, the offending participant must be dismissed. The match official/referee must then inform the coaching staff from both clubs immediately before the play restarts. For short term tournaments all decisions of the Tournament Committee are final.
Should a participant be subject to discriminatory abuse by another participant that is not heard by the match official; this should be reported to the match official, who must stop the game whilst they inform both sets of coaches and the tournament committee. After the match, the tournament committee will speak to all parties concerned, to ensure there is clarity on what is reported.
Participant > Participant (Off-field)
Should a participant be subject to discriminatory abuse by another participant that doesn’t take place during a match. The participant should report this to their coach and the tournament committee. The tournament committee will speak to all parties concerned, to make ensure there is clarity on what is reported. For short term tournaments all decisions of the Tournament Committee are final.
Emotional wellbeing and player care
The welfare and wellbeing of the players must always be the priority. This should be reflected in any actions taken. If the player(s) do not feel safe and/or the environment remains a risk to the player(s) welfare, then a discussion should be had with the player(s) if they wish to continue. The relevant Team staff, and parents/guardians (if possible and appropriate) must be informed of any incidents that occurred to ensure the player(s) concerned can receive the required level of support and care.
We’ve created 2 Discrimination reporting protocols, which can be found by clicking on the buttons below. Your form will be saved and shared with all parties involved.
Safeguarding Policy
Definition
- Safeguarding = the actions taken to protect individual(s) from maltreatment, to prevent impairment of people’s mental, physical and emotional development and ensure they can access safe and effective care.
The tournament committee of Orange Veins wish to ensure that all persons participating in the tournament do so in an enjoyable and safe environment in which they have fun and feel valued – the welfare and wellbeing of children is paramount to the organisation.
This tournament committee will address and respond to safeguarding issues for all visiting teams. They will also ensure this policy is provided to all teams for their information and guidance ahead of the tour starting. By signing up to an Orange Veins tour all teams are agreeing to abide by the organisations policies, procedures and expectations.
Every Team will nominate one staff member to be the main point of contact if there are any incidents, concerns or allegations.
The tournament committee will ensure that all persons assisting in any way in the running of the tournament will be made aware of this policy, including volunteers and officials.
Policy principles
All young people regardless of age, ability, gender, race, religion, ethnic origin, social status or sexual orientation have the right to be protected from bullying, harassment, abusive, disrespectful or discriminatory behaviour. The rights, dignity and worth of all young people should always be respected.
All allegations and concerns will be taken seriously and responded to quickly.
If a safeguarding concern arises, the tournament committee will take timely and appropriate action to ensure the welfare and wellbeing of any child or adult at risk. This may include contacting external professionals such as the Police, Children’s Social Sevices and other appropriate organisations as deemed necessary.
During any investigation, the wishes of the child will be taken into account.
For staff, volunteers and spectators who are involved in any Orange Veins event they must to the following with regards to working with and supporting children, young people and adult’s at risk must:
- Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health, safety and welfare of any child, young person or adult at risk
- Ensure they report any concerns as soon as possible to the tournament committee
- Consistently display high standards of personal behaviour and appearance
- Ensure behaviour, language, gestures etc. are appropriate and above reproach
- No child(ren), young person(s) must be treated any less favourably than others in being able to access services which meet their needs.
Orange Veins and the tournament committee are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk, and as such carries out quality assurance activities to ensure the needs of competitors and teams have been adequately reviewed.
The tournament committee will ensure all requests for reasonable adjustments are documented and any records of instances or allegations are kept for audit and review. There will be taken appropriate action if there is any suspicion that anyone is bullying, harassing, abusing, disrespecting or discriminating a child or younger person. All reports are treated with the strictest confidence.
Code of Conduct
- Players should be told that the referee’s decision (whether it is right or wrong) should be accepted without question or comment
- Team officials should support the referee at all times and never question his decision publicly or undermine his authority.
- Team supporters should not adopt an aggressive attitude towards the match officials or the opposing team’s officials and players
- The tournament’s rules must be obeyed
- Encourage sportsmanship. Ensure that after the tournament your team’s reputation will have been maintained and enhanced.
- Each nation/culture has different interpretations and emphasis on aspects of the game. Respect each other’s differences and learn from the experience of playing against each other.
Orange Veins will take all reasonable steps to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all participants, staff and match officials who are successful in their application to take part in a tournament. These steps are managed in accordance with local guidelines.
Orange Veins requires any applicants to confirm they have a club/team designated child protection officer who can provide advice and guidance to their responsible person at the tournament.
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