The following statement was approved by the committee of EPSC on 23^rd September 2007.

1. Elmbridge Phoenix Swimming Club firmly believes that everyone has the right to participate and enjoy the sport of their own choice and be free of all forms of abuse.
2. The welfare of children is the responsibility of everyone especially when protecting children from any form of abuse according to the Children’s Act 1989. The Child Welfare Office has a responsibility to report child protection concerns to the appropriate body.
3. A child is defined as any young person under the age of 18 years.
4. Any allegations of alleged abuse will be taken most seriously. Any such allegation will be responded to and acted upon within the recommended timescales as advised by the ASA
5. When abuse is suspected the Child Welfare Officer will respond to any such allegations in accordance with ASA guidelines. Where appropriate any such allegation will be dealt with by the club management committee or the relevant statutory or voluntary body.
6. All helpers and volunteers who may come into contact with children within Elmbridge Swimming Club will be subject to the appropriate checks in accordance with current Government legislation and ASA guidelines. Should anyone refuse to undergo such checks they will be considered not eligible to assist with the children at Elmbridge Phoenix Swimming Club.
7. To continually monitor and amend if necessary this policy yearly or sooner should current legislation change.