WDGC fully endorses Scottish Gymnastics’ Equity Policy, Child Wellbeing and Protection Policy, Disciplinary Code of Practice, and Safe Recruitment Policy. For more information please visit Scottish Gymnastics.
First Aid & Emergency Procedures
- At least one staff member present will hold an up-to-date first aid qualification.
- A first aid kit will be available at all sessions.
- The club will record accidents/injuries in an accident book (retained for 3 years).
- Parents will be informed of injuries at the end of a session (minor) or immediately (serious).
- At competitions, first aid provision will be arranged by Scottish Gymnastics.
- Coaches must be familiar with fire and emergency procedures at each venue.
Behaviour During Training & Competitions
All members are expected to behave in a professional and respectful manner during training, competitions, fundraising and club events.
Gymnast Behaviour Procedure
- 1st and 2nd offence: verbal warning.
- 3rd offence: gymnast sits out for a period of time, with explanation.
- Parents informed by the coach.
- Ongoing issues escalated to the Head Coach, Committee and Safeguarding Officer.
- Removal from the club is a last resort, decided jointly by the Head Coach, SO and Committee.
WDGC Complaints Procedure
- Making a Complaint
- Submit in writing with details, dates and witnesses.
- Safeguarding concerns → Safeguarding Officer at safeguarding.wdgc@gmail.com.
- Other complaints → Chairperson/Club Secretary.
- Responding
- Acknowledge receipt within 7 working days.
- Gather evidence and interview all parties.
- Records signed and dated.
- Review
- Evidence reviewed by Safeguarding Officer and an additional or independent person.
- Decision
- For minor breaches (e.g. coach conduct), appropriate action taken such as caution, retraining, or written warning.
Safeguarding Policy
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. WDGC is committed to the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Contact: safeguarding.wdgc@gmail.com
Scottish Gymnastics Safeguarding: safegym@scottishgymnastics.org
WDGC Arrival & Sign-Out Policy
- Parents/guardians must bring gymnasts into the hall and ensure they are signed in.
- Coaches are not responsible until the session officially begins.
- At the end of a session, gymnasts must be signed out and collected by a responsible adult.
WDGC Abandoned Child Policy
- After 15 minutes: contact parent/guardian.
- After 30 minutes: contact police to raise awareness.
- After 45 minutes: if still uncollected, child will be legally transferred to police care.
- Legal care can only be transferred to police, social services, or the child’s legal parent/guardian.
Final Note
West Dunbartonshire Gymnastics Club is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all members. See something, say something. #BeTheChange