TBR: POLICIES
MEMBER PROTECTION OFFICER
Scott Birrell
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0409 173 519
National Integrity Framework
https://www.snow.org.au/integrity/
REPORT AN INCIDENT?
TBR incident report link
PAYMENT POLICY
Athletes will not be able to commence any program activities until Full Payment has been made.
Full payment completes the registration process, making athletes a member of the club, and covered under our Public Liability Insurance.
PROGRAM FEES/REFUNDS
Fees for TBR training programs contribute to coaching costs and TBR's annual operation costs.
As a result of upfront non refundable costs involved in TBR training, no discounts, credits or refunds will be issued for non-participation or missed program days, due to weather, injury, illness or any other circumstance.
Refunds
Deposits made to secure your place in the program are non refundable.
The balance of program fees are non refundable once paid, save as TBR agrees.
We recommend an insurance policy that will cover loss of fees.
TBR: ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT & TRAINING GUIDELINES
The following guidelines are put forward with the aim of creating a healthy, fun, and constructing training environment within which our athletes can best achieve their on snow goals. TBR treats this aim with great seriousness and repeated behaviour contrary to these guidelines will not be tolerated.
TBR PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
TBR: UNIFORM POLICY
TBR: BREACH OF TRAINING GUIDELINES
HEAD INJURY SAFETY/CONCUSSION POLICY
Freestyle skiing & snowboarding are sports where there is risk of concussion in the event of a crash. TBR strives to minimise the chance of concussion as well as implement best practice policies in managing athletes in the event of a head injury (or potential head injury) is sustained.
For head injuries and concussions, TBR takes direction from Snow Australia, the National Body for snowsports in Australia.
Please find link to the TBR Concussion Policy.
Key recommendations from the policy:
For the Snow Australia information hub on concussion, please click here to visit.
CONCUSSION TESTING
If an athlete has completed a baseline concussion test before an injury occurs, then they will be a step ahead of in easier and faster diagnosis and recovery from concussion.
Baseline testing, concussion management and return to training testing can now be done at Mt Buller through Dan Rogers at Alpine High Performance - https://www.alpinehighperformance.com.au.
It can also be done through any CCMI certified clinic globally, using this link - https://clinics.completeconcussions.com
Another provider in Melbourne we recommend is the Melbourne Spine Clinic at 1192 Malvern Rd, Malvern.
More information: Concussion Baseline Testing | Melbourne Spine Clinic
HELMET POLICY
TBR takes athlete safety very seriously. We are proud to say that a number of our top athletes have escaped serious head injury on multiple occasions because they were wearing a helmet. Helmets must be worn by all TBR athletes during all on snow and water jump training and competitions or when skiing in TBR uniform outside of TBR sessions. Helmets must be worn correctly with the helmet strap fastened under the chin to ensure that it does its job in the event of a crash.
We recommend a helmet with MIPS technology.
BACK PROTECTION
TBR strongly recommends back protection for all athletes, as they are effective in reducing injury from direct impact to your back.
TBR INVERTED AND OFF-AXIS MANOEUVRE ON SNOW POLICY:
To ensure safety of TBR athletes, any TBR member must have approval from the TBR Head Coach in the relevant TBR training discipline (Grom, Mogul, All-Mountain, Slopestyle, Snowboard) before executing inverted or off-axis manoeuvres on snow.
Athletes will be required to demonstrate sufficient competency of each skill on a water jump or air-bag facility including at varied speeds with consistent safe landings. Athletes must also always consult with coaches prior to attempting any new skills on snow.
Scott Birrell
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0409 173 519
National Integrity Framework
https://www.snow.org.au/integrity/
REPORT AN INCIDENT?
TBR incident report link
PAYMENT POLICY
Athletes will not be able to commence any program activities until Full Payment has been made.
Full payment completes the registration process, making athletes a member of the club, and covered under our Public Liability Insurance.
PROGRAM FEES/REFUNDS
Fees for TBR training programs contribute to coaching costs and TBR's annual operation costs.
As a result of upfront non refundable costs involved in TBR training, no discounts, credits or refunds will be issued for non-participation or missed program days, due to weather, injury, illness or any other circumstance.
Refunds
Deposits made to secure your place in the program are non refundable.
The balance of program fees are non refundable once paid, save as TBR agrees.
We recommend an insurance policy that will cover loss of fees.
TBR: ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT & TRAINING GUIDELINES
- All athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a civil, friendly, and honest manner.
- Each rider is responsible for their own conduct during all TBR activities including but not limited to training, competition, and travel. We expected this conduct be of the highest standard at all times.
- TBR is a proud organisation with a reputation for maintaining a high standard of conduct both at Mt Buller and within the Australian snow sports industry. We look forward to each and every rider contributing to maintain this high level of conduct throughout the season and into the future.
The following guidelines are put forward with the aim of creating a healthy, fun, and constructing training environment within which our athletes can best achieve their on snow goals. TBR treats this aim with great seriousness and repeated behaviour contrary to these guidelines will not be tolerated.
- Helmets are essential. Heads and the stuff that’s in them are important! For that reason, helmets are a must for all athletes during training, competition and at all other appropriate times on snow. NOTE: See below TBR Head Injury Safety Policy
- Bullying will not be tolerated, and athletes found to be in breach will risk being suspended from the program or expelled.
- Alcohol, cigarettes, vaping & illegal drugs are obviously not permitted at training and the inappropriate use of such substances is strongly condemned by TBR.
- TBR recommends its athletes get a good night’s rest in order to maximise their performance at training. For this reason, TBR expects all athletes to be home and off the streets by 10pm
- If a time/date arrangement is made, keep it! Timing is important to TBR & we will not tolerate lateness.
- Limit the use of profane and abusive language if it is to be used at all. TBR is especially keen to limit such language in inappropriate situations e.g., a lift queue in TBR.
- TBR Coaches & Staff are involved to help athletes become better athletes and maximise their athletic potential. They are experienced and their word is final.
- TBR is part of the Mt Buller community and whilst it may seem that we are some of the best athletes out on the hill we must ensure that we treat this position with respect. All mountain staff should be treated with civility and any incidents should be reported to the TBR staff immediately.
TBR PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
- Remember that children take part in sport for their enjoyment, not yours.
- Children should be encouraged to participate, and not forced.
- Create a positive environment for your child that encourages hard work and effort, and avoid getting over excited or disappointed with your child from competition results.
- Respect coaches and officials decisions and teach children to do likewise.
- Keep a respectful distance from TBR groups in the meeting place and training areas.
- Avoid using loud, abusive or aggressive language directly or in the area of athletes, coaches and officials.
- Refrain from approaching coaches or officials during training times or out of TBR program hours unless essential.
- For any complaints, please contact Coaching and Performance Director Tim Gale and/or TBR Manager Andrew Pattison.
TBR: UNIFORM POLICY
- During training and competition, TBR jackets are to be worn unless specified otherwise. This creates a presence for TBR on the mountain and allows coaches to keep track of athletes during training.
TBR: BREACH OF TRAINING GUIDELINES
- As mentioned TBR treats the aims of these guidelines with great seriousness and repeated behaviour contrary to these guidelines will not be tolerated.
- Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in light of the circumstances of any potential breach to ensure that the aims of the guidelines are maintained, and our reputation is not adversely affected.
HEAD INJURY SAFETY/CONCUSSION POLICY
Freestyle skiing & snowboarding are sports where there is risk of concussion in the event of a crash. TBR strives to minimise the chance of concussion as well as implement best practice policies in managing athletes in the event of a head injury (or potential head injury) is sustained.
For head injuries and concussions, TBR takes direction from Snow Australia, the National Body for snowsports in Australia.
Please find link to the TBR Concussion Policy.
Key recommendations from the policy:
- All athletes 14 years of age or older participating in TBR’s All-Mountain, Mogul, Slopestyle, and Snowboard programs are required to complete a comprehensive pre-season baseline test through any Complete Concussions clinic prior to participating in any training or competition.
- For any athlete aged 13 and younger participating in TBR’s Grom and Snowboard Programs, comprehensive pre-season baseline testing is highly recommended.
- Following a concussion, an athlete is not to return to competition before a minimum period of 21 days following the injury and 14 days symptom-free (day of injury being day 0). This is in line with current best practice and recommendations from the Australian Institute of Sport.
For the Snow Australia information hub on concussion, please click here to visit.
CONCUSSION TESTING
If an athlete has completed a baseline concussion test before an injury occurs, then they will be a step ahead of in easier and faster diagnosis and recovery from concussion.
Baseline testing, concussion management and return to training testing can now be done at Mt Buller through Dan Rogers at Alpine High Performance - https://www.alpinehighperformance.com.au.
It can also be done through any CCMI certified clinic globally, using this link - https://clinics.completeconcussions.com
Another provider in Melbourne we recommend is the Melbourne Spine Clinic at 1192 Malvern Rd, Malvern.
More information: Concussion Baseline Testing | Melbourne Spine Clinic
HELMET POLICY
TBR takes athlete safety very seriously. We are proud to say that a number of our top athletes have escaped serious head injury on multiple occasions because they were wearing a helmet. Helmets must be worn by all TBR athletes during all on snow and water jump training and competitions or when skiing in TBR uniform outside of TBR sessions. Helmets must be worn correctly with the helmet strap fastened under the chin to ensure that it does its job in the event of a crash.
We recommend a helmet with MIPS technology.
BACK PROTECTION
TBR strongly recommends back protection for all athletes, as they are effective in reducing injury from direct impact to your back.
TBR INVERTED AND OFF-AXIS MANOEUVRE ON SNOW POLICY:
To ensure safety of TBR athletes, any TBR member must have approval from the TBR Head Coach in the relevant TBR training discipline (Grom, Mogul, All-Mountain, Slopestyle, Snowboard) before executing inverted or off-axis manoeuvres on snow.
Athletes will be required to demonstrate sufficient competency of each skill on a water jump or air-bag facility including at varied speeds with consistent safe landings. Athletes must also always consult with coaches prior to attempting any new skills on snow.
