It is the Policy of Greetland Football Club (“the Club”) to comply with all health and safety regulations and provide a safe environment for players, volunteers and visitors to the Club. The Club will undertake risk assessments of its activities, putting in place measures to mitigate risk and avoiding activities where the risk cannot be adequately managed.
The Club recognises that risks to health can be both physical and emotional and all coaches and managers will undertake regular First Aid and Safeguarding training and promote an open and supportive culture at all times.
Everyone involved with the Club has a responsibility for their own safety and for the safety of those around them. It is the responsibility of all persons to promptly report any injuries, incidents or near misses to the Designated Safeguarding Officer.
This policy will be supported by procedural guidance and be subject to regular review.
Health & safety Commitments
The Club’s commitment to health and safety includes, but is not limited to:
Undertaking risk assessments of its activities
Ensuring contractors and suppliers undertake risk assessments and produce method statements as required
Having in place appropriate public liability insurance and ensuring the same for contractors appointed by the Club
Undertaking regular inspection of playing facilities to check for items or substances that may cause harm to players, volunteers and visitors
Ensuring equipment is properly maintained and operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Ensuring information on how to report safeguarding concerns is made available to the parent/carers of young people and adults involved with the Club and that a Designated Safeguarding Officer is appointed
Ensuring all volunteers have an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check before they become involved in any coaching activities
Ensuring effective communication channels are in place to promote health & safety
Reporting any serious incidents to the Charity Commission and other organisations, as required
