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The National Integrity Framework is a suite of policies that sets out rules for unacceptable behaviour in hockey and explains the way complaints about breaches of these rules are managed.  


COMPLAINTS, DISPUTES AND DISCIPLINE POLICY

This policy sets out the process for resolving complaints and disciplinary action in relation to Prohibited Conduct under the National Integrity Framework and other relevant policies such as the Code of Conduct.

   COMPLAINTS, DISPUTES & DISCIPLINE POLICY    COMPLAINTS, DISPUTES & DISCIPLINE FACT SHEET


SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE POLICY

Hockey Australia has zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect in any form.

All children have the right to feel safe and protected from all forms of abuse, harm, and neglect. children have the right to take part in hockey in a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment.

Hockey Australia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in hockey by providing safe and inclusive environments and ensuring that everyone involved in hockey is proportionately educated and informed of their responsibilities to protect and look after children and young people.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE POLICY    SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE FACT SHEET

     
MEMBER PROTECTION POLICY

Hockey Australia is committed to ensuring that everyone involved with hockey is treated with respect and dignity and is protected from abuse, bullying, harassment, sexual misconduct, unlawful discrimination, victimisation, and vilification.

This policy seeks to ensure that everyone involved in hockey is aware of their rights and responsibilities. This Policy sets out the standards of behaviour expected of those involved in hockey and the behaviours that are not acceptable.

MEMBER PROTECTION POLICY    MEMBER PROTECTION FACT SHEET

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COMPETITION MANIPULATION AND SPORT GAMBLING POLICY

This Policy is designed to keep hockey fair by protecting competitions and events from competition manipulation (also known as match-fixing) and associated betting activity. The Policy includes definitions of Prohibited Conduct regarding sports betting and competition manipulation, provides direction on how to report concerns, and sets out best practice for National Sporting Organisations when sharing information and entering into commercial arrangements with Wagering Service Providers (WSP).

Since the manipulation of a sporting competition may also be a criminal act, this policy is also designed to protect all members from misconduct captured under legislation.

COMPETITION MANIPULATION & SPORT GAMBLING POLICY    COMPETITION MANIPULATION & SPORT GAMBLING FACT SHEET


IMPROPER USE OF DRUGS AND MEDICINE POLICY

The improper use of drugs and medicine in hockey, including the use of supplements and the provision by unqualified and unauthorised people, are a risk to the health of athletes and the integrity of hockey.

To counter these risks, the  Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine Policy ensures:

  • Medical practitioners working in our sport are accredited and qualified to fulfil their duties
  • Medicines are used in appropriate ways
  • Safe use of supplements which comply with the World Anti-Doping Code
  • Illegal drug use is prohibited in our sport

IMPROPER USE OF DRUGS & MEDICINE POLICY    IMPROPER USE OF DRUGS & MEDICINE FACT SHEET

Other Policies Related to the National Integrity Framework

 

* Document was reviewed with no amendments made to the existing document