Events Handbook 2015 – 2016 SYC LOCATIONS Main Beach 1 Macarthur Parade Main Beach, Qld. 4217 Phone: 07 5591 3500 Fax: 07 5532 7507 [email protected] Hollywell 1 Marina Crescent Hollywell, Qld. 4216 Phone: 07 5537 7030 Fax: 07 5537 7131 [email protected] BOARD MEMBERS Commodore: Phil Short Vice Commodore Sail: Kerry Noyes Vice Commodore Power: Graham Webb Chairman: Scott Siganto Treasurer: Garry Edwards Director: Chris Oxenford Director: Bob Howard Director: Ray McMahon ADMINISTRATION General Manager: Brett James 0417 561 899 [email protected] Sailing Operations Manager: Simon Turpin 0400 558 917 [email protected] Emergency Response Outline Emergency Contacts: Offshore Start Boat “SYC1” VHF Channel 09 Inshore Start Boat / Hollywell Tower VHF Channel 09 VMR Southport VHF Channels 73, 16 (emergency) and 27 Meg on Ch 91 St John’s Ambulance 000 / 112 (non-emergency 131 233) G.C. Water Police 07 5509 5700 & Duty Officers Mobile 0408 758 599 Code of Conduct for Southport Yacht Club A person accepts responsibility by becoming a member of Southport Yacht Club and agrees to the consequences of any breach of the code of conduct. These may include: - • Suspension or termination from the Club • And/or legal proceedings – civil or criminal for conduct unlawful under State or Federal Law. Key Principles Membership of Southport Yacht Club is a privilege which must be safeguarded by the following principles: Southport Yacht Club seeks to operate in an environment where people show respect for others and their property. Respect is defined as consideration for the well being of another’s body, emotions and possessions, to ensure no damage or deprivation is caused to any of them. Southport Yacht Club seeks to operate in an environment which is free from harassment. Harassment is defined as any action, directed at an individual or group, which creates a hostile, intimidating or offensive environment. Southport Yacht Club seeks to operate in a non-discriminatory environment. By this it is meant that where everyone has an equal opportunity and receives fair in accordance with the law as well as the Club Rules, By-Laws, procedures and guidelines. Behavioural Expectations • Not knowingly discriminate against, abuse, harass, ridicule or embarrass anyone covered by this Code of Conduct. • Be fair, considerate and honest in all dealings with others. • Treat all persons with respect, dignity and properly regard their rights and obligations. • Respect the privacy of other persons. • Refrain from any form of victimisation towards others. • Must not use offensive language to any member or visitor attending Southport Yacht Club or any of their events. Must not ‘sledge’ (as in denigrate and/or intimidate) other persons. • Excessive use of alcohol, acting in a way that becomes a public nuisance or creates a public disturbance is prohibited. • Liquor Licensing Laws will be followed at all times. • Persons under the age of eighteen shall not be permitted to purchase or be supplied tobacco from the cigarette vending machine and shall not be permitted to be served or receive alcohol. • A member will obey lawful directions from a Club employee. • A member will take responsibility for their guests at all times. • A member will abide by the dress code of the Club. • A member shall not represent the Club in any dealings, unless authorised by the Club. • A member shall not tarnish the reputation of the Club, officers, directors, committees, employees, management or bring it into disrepute. • The use or encouragement of illegal drugs within the premises of Southport Yacht Club is prohibited. • Assault or acting with aggression toward any other person is prohibited. The Club intends to set the highest standards of excellence by displaying values of: • Equality – demonstrate awareness of individual rights, opinions and beliefs. • Demonstrate reliability and be a dependable Club member in all aspects of the Club’s environment. • Respect and courtesy must be shown at all times to all Club officials, members and patrons. • No prejudicial behaviour is to occur. • Display maturity and demonstrate acceptable social behaviour while at the Club or attending any of the club events. • Abide by the rules of the Constitution and the By-Laws. • Be mindful of your actions in relation to individual safety and safety of all others involved in the Club. • Conduct themselves in a proper manner to the complete satisfaction of Southport Yacht Club and its members, so as not to bring themselves into public disrepute or censure. • Not disclose to any unauthorised person or organisation information that is of a confidential or privileged nature concerning Southport Yacht Club. Not promote, or pass on, exchange or publish information whereby that information may be of a confidential, offensive, scandalous, unsubstantiated or derisive type; • Understand the possible consequences of breaching Southport Yacht Club’s rules and regulations. Children Parent and guardians at all times shall be responsible for the behaviour of their children on club premises, including the beach, marina and carparks. Parents and guardians of children whose behaviour is socially unacceptable shall be requested to remove them from Club premises. Compliance Any alleged breach of the above principles are to be reported to the Club Manager for action. The Club Manager will determine if there has been a breach and may warn or initiate disciplinary action against the relevant member. Any disciplinary action under the Charter will be in accordance with the Constitution and laws applying to the Club. This code is to be read in conjunction with the Articles, Rules, Constitution and By-laws of the Club. You are reminded that the purpose of this Code is to provide you with an enjoyable and safe environment. RULES AND OPERATIONAL POLICIES OF THE SYC HOLLYWELL LOCATION USE OF THE TRACTOR AND CRANE Use of the Crane and/or Tractor is limited to authorised Agreement Holders. Only the Authorised Agreement Holder may operate the Crane or Tractor. All agreements for use of the Tractor or Crane expired on 30th April 2015 and must be renewed before this equipment is used. A list of accredited users will be posted on the Noticeboard, and use of this equipment by any other person is expressly prohibited. Any accredited person who permits unauthorised use of this equipment (eg: loaning of tractor keys or failing to lock the crane after use) will have their privileges of use suspended or terminated immediately. Owners of boats in storage entitled to and wishing to use the Tractor and/or Crane must undergo training (by arrangement with the Sailing Office) and complete an Agreement of Use. Agreements are valid for the duration of the Bailment Agreement and Indemnity and will expire on 30th April 2016. MARINA, SLIPWAY AND HARDSTAND In addition to the Terms and Conditions of the Bailment Agreement and Indemnity, the following conditions apply to all boats in Storage: 1) Please keep halyards off the mast. Failure to do so is very poor maritime etiquette and inconsiderate of our neighbours. Sailing Office Staff may board any boat causing noise or other inconvenience and undertake any action necessary to rectify the problem. 2) Littering will absolutely not be tolerated, either in the compound or on the water. Ample rubbish bins are provided around the compound, if you move one to your boat to tidy-up please return it to its original location after use. 3) The Marina is for the short-term berthing of boats to facilitate loading and unloading of equipment and crew only. Appropriate non-marking fenders must be used at all times. 4) Overnight berthing is prohibited. 5) Children under 16 are not permitted in the compound or Marina area unless under the supervision of an adult. 6) The Crane Launching Area at the western side of the Marina is to be kept clear at all times and berthing is prohibited. 7) Please be considerate of other users, especially at times of increased demand. Avoid restricting access to other users of the Marina or Slipway or Hardstand area by planning the launch and retrieval of your boat as efficiently as possible. 8) Hoses and fittings are provided for the convenience of all users. Please do not tamper with or remove these fittings under any circumstances, except to remove the spray nozzle when attaching motor flushing earmuffs. Please wash down boats and flush motors on the launching ramp rather than the driveway or grassed areas to prevent soft areas becoming mud and salt damage to the lawns. Please ensure taps are fully turned off with hoses coiled on their hangers after use and try to keep water usage to a minimum. 9) All Trailers must be kept in sound working order. Jockey Wheels must be in place, trailer couplings must be serviceable and tyres must be kept inflated to recommended pressure. 10) No other equipment, including dinghies, tyres, eskies, sails, fuel tanks, or any other debris is to be left on the ground. Any such items may be moved onto a boat in storage or discarded at the discretion of the Sailing Office without notice. 11) Car Parking is not permitted at any time within the grounds, except for vehicles displaying a Disability Parking Permit, which may park in front of the Caretakers Residence just inside the gates. All other vehicles and trailers may enter for the purpose of loading and unloading only, then park on the grass verges on Marina Crescent. 12) All vehicles are strictly prohibited from the grassed rigging area adjacent to the Clubhouse at all times. Owners are requested to minimise driving on the grassed hardstand area to minimise wear. The speed limit for all vehicles (including the Tractor) within the compound is 5km/h, or walking speed. Reckless use of vehicles in the compound may result in suspension or termination of Boat Storage and/or Membership and/or the Bailment and Indemnity Agreement.