GOOD ETHICS ARE ESSENTIAL when a large number of young people are entrusted to you two to three times per week.

Regrettably over the past number of years there have been a number of high profile incidences of child abuse occurring within the ambit of sports clubs and organisations.

In response to this aspect of training and fielding 35 teams, 33 of which are juvenile, the club has adopted the Code of Ethics as published by the FAI.

Children's involvment in soccer should be an enjoyable experience. The club's CHILDREN'S OFFICERS make sure that the club offers a safe environment for all. They are available to all club members, be they players, managers, coaches, committee members, etc.

They are  and DONAL O’MATHUNA (087) 7909105 (domathuna2@hotmail.com)

Below you'll find full details of the Child Protection policies to which the club actively subscribes, and the Grassroots Cardiac Screening programme.

Thanks to WILL CAROLAN, we also have a very informative lesson in "football" First-Aid available in the column opposite!

As with other sports, soccer contributes positively to the development of the individual.

It is a vehicle of the mental, physical and emotional development, a development which is further enhanced if the under age player is guided by an informed, enlightened and caring coach/volunteer working within an acceptable ethical framework.

It is most important to establish and maintain standards of ethical behaviour especially in the coaching practices of young players. Key principles of responsibility and competence provide the core values of under age coaching and the fundamental framework of this document.

The CODE OF PRACTICE has been produced as clear guidance to ensure the health and safety of children and young people at any FAI International Youth Team events. Events include International development and selection courses, International Matches and Tournaments. This includes those events where all players are under the age of eighteen and also senior events where young players are included.

Below are documents which should be read and understood by ALL adults working with young people. A Declaration Form, which MUST be completed by all working with young people in Dunboyne AFC is also included.

Dr Alan Byrne, Medical Officer of the FAI has developed a risk assessment questionnaire, which every player over 14 years of age should complete. 

If you are between 14-16 years old you should complete this questionnaire with the assistance of your parent(s)/ guardian.

Should you answer YES to any of the questions, you are advised to visit your G.P. to discuss the issue in question. See Download Centre below to access the document.

 

Click here to read and/or download various guides.

Click here to download a DECLARATION FORM. This form must be completed and returned DIRECTLY to

Click here to read and/or download the CHILD WELFARE FOR MANAGERS AND COACHES document.

Click here to download the questionnaire on Grassroots CARDIAC SCREENING.

Click here to download club INCIDENT REPORT FORM

 

FIRST AID is the IMMEDIATE and TEMPORARY assistance given to the victim of any illness or injury.

 It is not up to you to give definitive treatment. IF YOU ARE UNSURE WITH ANY INJURY, TREAT AS WORST CASE SCENARIO.

Know Your:

PLAYERS – Know their medical history, available from Registration Forms held by the club's Treasurer. Have they any special conditions. This may give a clue to any potential problems.

EQUIPMENT – Know what is in the First Aid Kit and how to use it.

HOW TO SUMMON HELP – Mobile or pay-phone. You may be asked the following questions, so why not be prepared…

Be Aware Of:

your exact LOCATION – Address and any landmarks etc.

your TELEPHONE NUMBER - Where you’re calling from – the Emergency Services Operator may need to call back

 any HAZARDS – Any hazards for those approaching – Ditches to cross etc.

the approximate number of patients.

Never hang up - Let the Emergency Service Operator hang up first.

 Extra assistance – Are any other resources required?

 

 Prioritizing Injuries

AIRWAY – main obstruction is the tongue, often in a clash of heads. Could also be loose teeth or dentures? Use the Trauma Jaw Thrust to maintain open, clear airway where there is Loss of Consciousness.

BREATHING - < 10 or > 30 breaths per minute at rest is not normal, SEEK ASSISTANCE.

CIRCULATION – Major Bleeding. Needs to be stopped. Using the Ambulance Dressings etc. If bone protruding, build up dressings around the bone and place one over the exposed wound then bandage over the built up dressings.

 

Ice Packs

Never apply ice or an ice-pack directly onto the skin. Always wrap in a cloth/dressing first.

Strains and Sprains

Support the affected area with strapping and apply ice pack, ice or dressing soaked in cold water.

Remember P.E.E.P.S

Posture - lie patient down.

Expose & Examine – you can’t treat what you can’t see.

Elevate - if no fracture suspected, elevate affected limb.

Pressure – Apply dressing or Pad & Bandage.

Shock – Treat for Shock- Keep warm, reassure & keep at rest.