Statement
Wimborne Athletic Club is committed to ensuring that all members that attend training sessions and compete on its behalf, do so with health, safety and athlete well-being as a priority. Levels of training are geared towards the abilities and age ranges of those participating.
Health and Safety Policy
In matters of this nature the club takes a lead from guidance provided by UK Athletics. It is also bound by certain operating policies and restrictions placed upon it by local facility providers.
As a club we acknowledge the following duties:
- to undertake regular risk assessments on the environment and specific areas at which we train
- to ensure a safe and controlled environment
- to ensure that athletes train with a frequency and intensity commensurate with their age and ability
- to ensure that through the club website club members are aware of the club’s duties and their individual responsibilities in H & S matters
- to ensure club coaches and helpers are aware of first aid provision and emergency operating procedures
- to ensure appropriate first aid cover and maintain a record of accidents occurring during club training sessions
Members’ H & S duties
It should be acknowledged that certain H & S matters are primarily the responsibility of individual member to:
- take reasonable care of their own H & S and that of others in their training group
- recognise that sub-optimal fitness levels may affect their ability to train or compete safely
- follow coach/club advice and guidance on coaching routines and use of equipment at training sessions
- Report any injuries or accidents sustained during any club activity – via the incident reporting form.
Drafted Sept 2022
Reviewed 9/10/26
Risk Assessments
Risk Assessment QE Leisure Centre
