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I _________________, as an Athletics Alberta Official, take pride in serving as skilled professional in service to the sport of track and field. While representing Athletics Canada, I will adhere to a Code of Ethics to direct my officiating practice to:
- Be Punctual
- I will respond quickly to invitations to officiate and commit to those events I am sure that I can work. I will honour every officiating commitment and positively accept any assignment required of me while at the event. I will arrive at the meet in good time (at least an hour prior to the first call for the events committed to work) and immediately check-in with the official in charge of the assigned event. Upon completion of the assignment, I will assist the official in charge of the assigned event to assure that the results are promptly submitted and any loaned equipment is returned to its check-out/check-in area. When not assigned, I will either sit in the area designated for non-working officials or, if appropriate, volunteer to serve where my officiating
assistance is needed.
- Wear the Appropriate Uniform and Maintain a Dignified Appearance
- I will wear standard officials attire of navy slacks, skirt or shorts; white shirt, sweater or jacket, white runners; blue cap.
- Maintain A Positive Athlete-Centered Approach to Officiating
- I will conduct all events with the welfare of ALL ATHLETES in mind. I will seek to ensure that every athlete receives objective and impartial officiating. I will seek to be fair and consistent in applying the rules to each situation. I will exercise appropriate common sense and judgment to my officiating actions-instilling confidence in my integrity, objectivity, impartiality, consistency and knowledge. In dealing with athletes and coaches I will be positive and polite - friendly, but not intrusive or showing favour during the competition. I will maintain a calm demeanor throughout and refrain from actions which draw attention away from the competition proper or which could affect a competitor's performance.
- Be Professional
- As a professional, I will not cause any embarrassment or hamper the efforts of my fellow officials. I will not publicly berate any official, athlete, coach or any other person. I will do the assignment requested and not interfere with or assume duties of
tasks assigned to another. I will not publicly question the performance of another official or will take any action which could be interpreted
as showing favoritism to any athlete or team.
- Know the Applicable Rules
- I will know the current rules and their appropriate application to the event(s) I am assigned to officiate.
- Recognize the Importance of Every Meet and Event
- I will treat every meet and every event as prestigious and equally important to any other.
- Avoid Being Influenced by Others
- I will ignore all comments from spectators and others making comments about the officiating.
- Respect for Volunteerism and Professionalism
- Every official is offering her/his most precious resources - time and talent. I will respect and honour each such voluntary gift.
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