1. This appendix is added to complement the code of conduct sections and gives further guidelines to ensure the safety of the children within the coaches’ care. The Boys Club has always asked parents to advise of any ailments/medical conditions that a child may have on the Annual Boys Club Registration Form. However, it is felt that the Boys Club needs to add further measures to improve its focus on providing suitable first aid to all within its care.
2. From the beginning of the 2008/2009 season a disclaimer will be added to the club’s own annual registration forms. This will ask all parents to sign their approval that, in circumstances where first aid may be required, they are happy for the coach/first-aider appointed by the club to administer such aid. It is important that you ensure that each parent signs this disclaimer along with the rest of the registration form.
3. The Club will inform each coach/Saturday trainer of any registered medical condition as soon as they are made aware of said condition.
4. It is important that a coach is made aware, at the start of each training session or match, if any of the participants are on medication and ensure that they have it with them (if applicable). Examples of this are inhalers for those with Asthma or Injector Pens for those with Diabetes or a nut allergy. It is up to the coaches’ discretion but they should consider stopping a child from taking part in a match/training session if they feel that the lack of medication could put the child at risk. Coaches should consider sending out a note to all parents at the start of the season, of the requirement to be informed of a child’s medication.

Note: It is important that each Coach has a ‘Proper’ First Aid kit to hand during any training sessions and/or matches. A trained First Aider should be in attendance at each training session or fixture.

It is the responsibility of each coach to ensure they have the essential items within their First Aid kit. The Banchory Boys committee can provide a list of essential kit. If you need details of first aid training or refreshers please contact the BBFC secretary BB Club will lay on training as necessary for any coaches or assistants who need the certificate. A copy of the certificate should be given to the club Secretary on completion.