In the interests of all members, GASC provides a code of conduct that applies to the Club, Swimmers, Parents and Coaches, as shown below.

Club Code of Conduct

• The aim of the club is to provide a safe environment to allow swimmers to improve their swimming techniques, gain confidence, get fit and have fun.
• The club will promote the sport.
• The club will create an environment in which the swimmers can compete against other clubs, for the promotion of the club and of the same aims above.
• The club undertakes to keep swimmers and parents informed of events and matters affecting the club.
• The club undertakes to give reasonable warning, as far as practicable, that a swimmer has been chosen to represent the club at a competitive event. This is usually by placing a notice on the club notice board. 
• The club undertakes to subsidise gala entry fees for each swimmer representing the club in any gala as an individual or part of a team. 
• However, this is costly and will therefore be reviewed periodically.
• The club undertakes to consider any complaints in a sincere and efficient manner.

Swimmers Code of Conduct

• Behaviour and personal conduct must at all times be of a high standard to reflect favourably the club and on the sport.
• In order to achieve a high standard of excellence, swimmers must be prepared to train regularly and purposefully in accordance with the standard set by the Head Coach.
• Any medical condition or medication currently being taken by swimmers must be reported to the swimmer's coach so that the legal and physical implications can be assessed.
• Punctuality is essential.
• When selected to represent Grangemouth ASC, swimmers should indicate their availability by ticking (or crossing, if not available) their names on the team sheet on the notice board and inform the club rep at the desk.
• Club teamwear is available and is encouraged to be worn during all approved galas when representing Grangemouth ASC.
• Any swimmer who indicates that they are available for a gala and then fails to turn up is expected to pay their own entry fees (i.e. to reimburse the club)

Parents Code of Conduct

• You are responsible for your child's behaviour in the showers, changing rooms and all areas of the complex.  The coaches are responsible only poolside.
• You are responsible for the belongings of your child.  Coaches cannot look after locker keys and personal belongings.
• Information on club activities is given on the notice board, which should be read regularly, and from the club desk.  Parents are responsible for checking the club notice board for entry and acceptance to swim in galas.
• If you wish to make an observation or complain, please be constructive.
• If you wish to speak to a coach do not approach them poolside, please wait till they are off poolside.
• If your child is unable to attend training, please ensure that you inform the child's coach at the first available opportunity.
• The club is a voluntary organisation and it takes a great deal of work from many people on an unpaid basis to make it work.  We would ask that parents "lend a hand" on this basis.

Coaches Code Of Conduct

Coaches must follow the Scottish Amateur Swimming Association Code of Ethics and the provisions of the Child Protection Act.  This is too long to quote here.  However the guiding principles are:

• The swimmer's welfare is the first consideration. 
• A responsible sports coach helps the development of individuals through improving their performance.  This achieved by:
  
• Identifying and meeting the needs of individuals.
• Improving performance through a progressive programme of safe, guided practice, measured performance and/or competition.
• Creating an environment in which individuals are motivated to maintain participation and improve performance.
• Coaches should comply with the principles of good ethical practice listed below:
• Coaches must abide by the Scottish Swimming and Club Child Protection Policies, and be a member of Scottish Swimming.
• Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person and treat everyone equally within the context of their sport. 
• Coaches must place the well being and safety of the swimmer above the development of performance.  They should follow all guidelines laid down by the sports governing body and the club.
• Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with swimmers (especially children), based on mutual trust and respect.
• Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• In particular, coaches must not use their position to establish or pursue a sexual or improper relationship with an athlete or someone close to them.
• Coaches must encourage and guide performers to accept responsibility for their own behavior and performance.
• Coaches should hold relevant, recommended, up to date and nationally recognised governing body coaching/teaching and relevant lifesaving qualifications.
• Coaches must ensure the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individual.
• Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the swimmers (and where appropriate with their parents) exactly what is expected of them and what swimmers are entitled to expect from their coach.  A contract may sometimes be appropriate.
• Coaches should co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sport scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interest of the swimmer.
• Coaches should always promote the positive aspect of their sports (e.g. fair play) and never condone rule violations or the use of prohibited substances.