Durham City Harriers is committed to safeguarding at all levels. We aim to create and maintain a safe, positive environment with an open culture where people are able to share their concerns. All members should feel confident that they will be listened to when reporting a concern.
Irrespective of the club having a designated Welfare Officer, SAFEGUARDING IS EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY and it’s required that all members acknowledge this.
We are committed to preventing abuse and neglect by safeguarding the welfare of ALL children and adults (particularly vulnerable adults) involved in our sport. We will do our utmost to ensure that activities (training sessions, group runs, club races and club events) are conducted in such a way that keeps all of our members safe.
DCH Welfare Officer
Our designated Welfare Officer is Niall Salmon who is one of our senior Transition Group coaches. He can be contacted by any member or parent who has a safeguarding or welfare concern, in person, by email or via Spond.
UK Athletics (UKA) Codes of Conduct
All members must agree to adhere to the relevant code of conduct published by UK Athletics. Specifically, this includes:
- Senior Athletes
- Parents & Carers
- Coaches & Leaders
- Volunteers (and parent helpers)
- Welfare Officers