Safeguarding in Cornwall
Hockey is a great sport to be involved in and this can start at a very young age. We love it that our juniors are supported at all our competitions by parents and spectators but please be mindful of how you behave.
Hockey prides itself on good discipline (unlike some other sports!) by players, officials, coaches, parents and supporters and CHA have compiled the first of a few documents capturing the essence of RESPECT.
Take time to watch this video - it is a reminder that young players are doing their best. Please bear this in mind when standing on the side line!
Cornwall Hockey are committed as an Association to creating and maintaining a safe and positive environment for all people involved in hockey with the County. You can read our commitment to safeguarding by clicking on the following link: Commitment to Safeguarding
Cornwall Hockey adopts England Hockey’s (EH’s) SafeD Policy on Safeguarding and Protecting Young People in Hockey, its associated Policies and its Procedures. These policies and associated procedures can be found at www.englandhockey.co.uk/safe
We believe that all young people have the right to be safe and enjoy their hockey. We accept a responsibility to promote the welfare of young people and to protect them from harm, in partnership with The Hockey Family. Every individual and organisation within the Hockey Family has a role and responsibility to help ensure the safety and welfare of young people.
We all have a responsibility to recognise poor practice and abuse. If you have a concern or need advice, please do not hesitate to contact our County Welfare Officer, Sarah Rendell sjr.nhc4life@gmail.com
SafeD – England Hockey’s Safeguarding Young People Policy and Guidance
England Hockey believes that all young people have the right to be safe and enjoy their involvement in hockey. All clubs, associations and individuals are bound by England Hockey’s Safeguarding and Protecting Young People in Hockey Policy. England Hockey’s policy shows commitment to creating and maintaining a safe and positive environment for all young people involved hockey.
This policy is outlined in these 3 documents:
SafeD – One SafeGuarding_Policy_2021.pdf (kc-usercontent.com) Safe Guarding and Protecting Young Children Policy
SafeD – Two SafeGuarding_Recognising_2021.pdf (kc-usercontent.com) Recognising Poor Practice and Abuse Policy
SafeD – Three SafeGuarding_Reporting_Procedures_2021.pdf (kc-usercontent.com) Reporting Procedures
Useful Links
Young People & Social Networking Site Guide – www.childnet.com
Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre – www.ceop.police.uk
Think U Know – advice site for young people and parents – www.thinkuknow.co.uk
NSPCC – Childline – 0800 1111 – www.nspcc.org.uk
NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit – https://thecpsu.org.uk/
Rehab 4 Addiction - https://www.rehab4addiction.co.uk
