VMCC Code of Conduct

Introduction

Minimum standards of behaviour are necessary so that members and their families, friends and supporters may enjoy the activities that VMCC provide. The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to set out the minimum standards expected of members and of those whom they bring to events and other activities. This Code of Conduct is not an exhaustive code and the committee may amend it from time to time as new situations arise. Penalties for breaching this Code include warnings, loss of competition points, suspensions, termination of membership and/or such other penalties as the committee may from time to time determine appropriate.

Members Responsible for Guests

Members are responsible for the behaviour of non-members/guests that they bring to VMCC events or other activities. This includes family, friends, pit crew and other supporters. They must ensure that their guests comply with the minimum standards of behaviour set out in this Code.

Members Duties and Responsibilities

Members are expected to conduct themselves in a courteous and socially acceptable manner. Threats, abuse or physical violence will not be tolerated and provocation will not be accepted as an excuse.

Misconduct

The following are examples of offences which constitute misconduct and which may give rise to disciplinary action:

1. Threatening, abusing and/or assaulting any other member, competitor, other member’s guests, and/or spectators.
2. Any obnoxious, anti-social or criminal behaviour, including using obscene language or gestures. No member may make any discriminatory, derogatory, or abusive comment about any other member, competitor, other member’s guest, and/or spectator.
3. Theft or unauthorised possession/use of another’s property
4. Wilfully damaging any property, machinery or other equipment.
5. Failing or refusing to follow any direction given by a Club official.
6. Racial, sexual or other improper harassment of any other member or person.
7. Consuming any illicit drugs at any VMCC event or activity whether competing or not.
8. Competing in, or controlling, any event while under the influence of alcohol or any judgement impairing drug. As regards alcohol, a person is considered ‘under the influence’ if their alcohol reading exceeds the youth alcohol limit permitted for driving on a public road.
9. Interfering with safety equipment or otherwise acting in a manner that threatens safety, health, or hygiene at any VMCC event or activity.
10. Failing to comply with the VMCC constitution.
11. Any act which is likely to diminish the good reputation of VMCC, its members, officers, or other officials.

Competitors Duties

Competitors shall behave in a manner that supports the VMCC objectives as set out in the constitution and listed below.

The objects of the Club shall be:

To promote motorcycling in the community by providing mechanical facilities, special functions, and outdoor activities and all other activities which will promote motorcycling in the community.

To participate in competitive motorcycling and to provide such events.

To promote good fellowship amongst its members, members of other clubs and members of the community.

This means:

• Respect – for the opposition, the officials and rules of competition
• Staying cool – no matter what happens
• Dignity – in winning and losing
• Keeping motorcycling fun – its why we do it