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Canterbury & District Soccer Football
Association
Official’s Code of Ethics |
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1.
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human
being. |
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Within the context
of the activity, treat everyone equally regardless of sex,
disability, ethnic origin or religion. |
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2.
Place safety and welfare of the participants above all
else |
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All athletes are
deserving of a safe environment in which to compete.
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3.
Be impartial |
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Respect the talent,
development stage and goals of each individual participant and
show no favour to those more skilled. |
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4.
Avoid any situation which may lead to a conflict of
interest |
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Encourage confidence
in the professionalism and integrity of officiating by behaving
ethically. |
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5.
Be courteous, respectful and open to discussion and
interaction |
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Display control,
respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with the
sport - this includes participants, coaches, administrators, the
media, parents and spectators.
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Encourage
participants to demonstrate the same qualities. |
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6.
Value the individual in sport |
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Accept individual
differences that contribute towards the quality and spirit of
the game. |
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7.
Seek continual self improvement through study,
performance appraisal. and regular updating of competencies
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Maintain or improve
your current knowledge & accreditation. Seek continual
improvement through performance appraisal and ongoing education.
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Maintain appropriate
records. |
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8.
Encourage inclusion and access to all areas of
officiating |
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Encourage and
support greater participation in all aspects of officiating.
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9.
Be a positive role model in behaviour and personal
appearance |
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Language, manner,
punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high
standards. |
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10.
Refrain from any form of personal abuse towards
athletes.* |
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This includes
verbal, physical and emotional abuse.
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Be alert to any
forms of abuse directed towards athletes from other sources
whilst they are officiating. |
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11.
Refrain from any form of harassment towards athletes.* |
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This includes sexual
and racial harassment, racial vilification and harassment on the
grounds of disability.
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You should not only
refrain from initiating a relationship with an athlete, but
should also discourage any attempt by an athlete to initiate a
sexual relationship with you, explaining the ethical basis of
your refusal |
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12.
Show concern and caution towards sick and injured
athletes. |
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Give safety and
welfare of participants priority.
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Allow competition to
continue only when appropriate care and medical advice has been
provided.
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Maintain the same
interest and support towards sick and injured athletes. |
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13.
Be a positive role model for your sport and other
officials |
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Carry Out
officiating duties with integrity on and off the field.
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Respect the role of
other officials and participants in your sport. |
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Please refer to the Harassment-Free Sport Guidelines available
from the Australian Sports Commission and the C.D.S.F.A for more
information on harassment issues.
Officials should …
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