Bounce Gymnastics

Policy Statement

Gymnastics is predominantly an indoor activity, nonetheless Bounce Gymnastics recognises that exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) has negative health effects and will therefore introduce measures to minimise exposure where relevant.

 

Purpose

The aim of the policy is to educate and protect the health and safety of all gymnastics employees, volunteers and members who are required to work outdoors in the heat and sun.

 

Policy Coverage

This policy applies to Bounce Gymnastics events held outdoors and all members, officials, staff, athletes, performers and others taking part in an outside event.

 

Policy Compliance

• Bounce Gymnastics strongly recommends and supports sun safe practices for all activities held outdoors.

• Outdoor activities will be conducted outside of the hours of 10.00am to 3.00pm when UVR is at its peak, whenever possible.

• Shade will be utilised to protect participants and spectators, wherever available.

• Staff and members representing the organisation will always act as positive role models by adopting sun protection behaviours such as wearing long sleeved shirts, broad brim hats, wearing sunglasses and applying sunscreen.

• Sunscreen (SPF 30+, broad spectrum water resistant) will be made available to participants and spectators. However, when this is not possible, these parties will be encouraged to bring their own.

 

Confidentiality and Reporting

Breaches of this policy must be reported to Bounce Gymnastics management within 14 days of any occurance.

Breaches of this policy must be kept confidential and disclosure to any third party beyond Bounce Gymnastics management is not permitted.

 

Policy Outcomes

Anticipated outcomes of the Bounce Gymnastics Sun Protection are as follows:

• Increased awareness of Safe Sun protection for events held outdoors.