CODE OF CONDUCT

ZIG ZAG YACHT CLUB (ZZYC)

The Code of Conduct has been developed to assist Zig Zag Yacht Club members and employees to understand the standards of conduct and behaviour that are expected of them.

Members include all membership categories listed in the ZZYC By-Laws.

Employees include any person hired, working for and paid by the ZZYC and any contractor hired by the Zig Zag Yacht club or by any ZZYC member.

Conduct

Members and employees have a duty to promote and support the key principles of the club (as outlined in The Code of Conduct) and to maintain and strengthen the integrity of the Club. This means acting ethically and in a respectful manner both on and off the water, acting in a way which considers all other boaters, observing the rights of other people, and treating people with courtesy. Members will be responsible for all visitors they introduce into the Club premises, they must ensure that the regulations are observed and ensure that their guest/s conduct whilst on the premises is in keeping with the Club’s Code of Conduct.

Behaviour

Members and employees have a duty to avoid behaviour that could constitute an act of disorder, misbehaviour, law breaking, discrimination, harassment or any behaviour which could bring the club or themselves into disrepute. Above all, members and employees must act in a courteous and respectful manner to each other at all times

On Water Participation

Members and employees participating in on-water events whether they are a club event, representing the club or privately are expected to do so in a way that the actions of the skipper or any one of the crew display respect for all others participating in the event. Members and employees participating in racing will accept handicapping, protest and racing outcomes in accordance with the racing rules of sailing.

Members and employees must display sportsmanship, respect and act in such a manner as to hold the club and themselves above reproach.

ZZYC Property and Equipment

Members and employees have the responsibility to ensure all ZZYC equipment and property are used properly, safely, and with respect by themselves or anyone else. All members and their guests must respect the furnishings, fixtures, equipment and facilities of the club with a view of preserving and protecting them.

Pets

All dogs must be on a leash and are restricted to being on the docks only.

Members Guests and Children

Members and employees will be responsible for their guests and children at all times and ensure that their guest/s and or children’s conduct is in keeping with the Clubs Code of Conduct and the Club’s rules and regulations.

Disciplinary Actions

Any breach of ZZYC’s Code of Conduct or Rules and Regulations will be reviewed by one or more Board members and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken which may include termination of membership.