Coaches & Activators

Everyone who participates in Triathlon is entitled to participate in an enjoyable and safe environment.

Triathlon Scotland considers the safety and wellbeing of children, young people, and adults as central to its values. As a governing body, we accept our responsibility for providing guidance and support for the triathlon community to ensure that triathlon is enjoyable and safe. Everyone in triathlon has a responsibility for safeguarding.

Coaches Code of Practice

A code of practice defines what is considered good and correct behaviour of all British Triathlon coaches. It reflects the values held by the coaching profession and outlines the expected conduct of members while they perform their duties. It will also be used as a benchmark to assess whether certain behaviours are acceptable or not acceptable. As a qualified triathlon coach, you are expected to adhere to this code of practice at all times.

Safeguarding Standards

The following documents set out the basic standards that clubs, coaches, and activators must meet for the environments in which they operate.

If you have concerns for the wellbeing or safety of a child, young person, or adult or some raises a concern with you, report these immediately.

To report a concern contact:

Triathlon Scotland Lead Safeguarding Officer – Pamela Sneddon

Email: pamelasneddon@triathlonscotland.org
Telephone: 07734 287 603 (Monday – Thursday 0900-1700)

Email: welfare@triathlonscotland.org

It’s important to remember that the wellbeing & protection of a child, young person or adult is paramount, it’s not up to you to decide whether or not a person has been abused, but to report concerns appropriately.

If you think a person is in immediate danger or requires medical attention, you should call the emergency services on 999.