BRISBANE WOMEN’S HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC

TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE POLICY

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Authority

BWHA Board of Management

Purpose

Provide guidelines and procedures for all appointed BWHA Technical Representatives.

Scope

For all members selected as a BWHA Technical Official for a HQ State Championship.

Definitions

Policy Statement

Brisbane Women’s Hockey Association Inc commits to providing opportunities for all interested officials to represent BWHA at HQ State Championships. BWHA understands its unique place in this area and its responsibility to ensure a nurturing environment for all members. We will comply with all relevant legislation and regulations, and strive to achieve best practice in all areas and to provide equitable opportunities for all. The technical representative policy will be available on our website and both staff and members will be encouraged to contribute any ideas or suggestions to improve our policy at any time.

Responsibility

We have appointed the Umpires and Technical Committee (UTC) as the Technical Representative Policy Coordinator, who has responsibility for ensuring ongoing implementation of and compliance with our policy. This policy will be reviewed each year.

Related Procedures

See attached

BRISBANE WOMEN’S HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC

TECHNCIAL REPRESENTATIVE PROCEDURE

1. BWHA Selection Process:

1.1 Nominations are to be submitted on the nomination form and by the due date.

1.2 A list of nominations for each tournament will be collated by the BWHA Office and sent to the UTC for appointment recommendations to be provided to the Board for review and ratification.

1. 3. The appointed TOs are to be advised to the BWHA Office so newsletters and information can be forwarded to them.
   4. In the event insufficient nominations or nominations of the appropriate standard are not received for any tournament, the UTC will source additional nominations.
   5. Nominees are to be selected based on their ability to gain the next level of accreditation, either HQ or HA.
2. BWHA Expectations:

2.1 The TO is expected to conduct themself inline with the BWHA code of conduct, and at all times uphold the good name of the Association.

2.2 Should a TO act in a derogatory manner whilst a BWHA representative, the TO may be required to attend a BWHA judiciary hearing.

2.4 The TO is expected to participate in the true spirit of sportsmanship.

2.5 TOs under the age of 18 are under no circumstances allowed to drink alcohol, smoke tobacco or vape and must comply with curfew times provided by BWHA.

2.6 TOs over the age of 18 are expected to monitor their intake of alcohol, smoking and vaping.

2.7 BWHA has adopted and supports the Hockey Queensland Anti-Doping Policy.

2.8 The use of recreational drugs or use of prohibited methods pursuant to Anti Doping laws for ingestion of legal substances is not allowed under any circumstances.

2.9 All TOs are responsible for their own personal needs (washing of uniforms, etc), whilst on tour.

3. HQ Expectations:

3.1 Approach the assessment process with a positive attitude.

3.2 Know your current accreditation.

3.3 Ask questions of the HQ Technical Assessors and / or Technical Manager and make notes of the feedback provided and use the feedback provided to develop your performance as a TO.

3.4 Be prepared and enthusiastic for each appointment.

4. The TO shall:

4.1 Liaise with the BWHA Office to ensure you have transport to and from the HQ Championship.

4.2 Wear the designated uniform for games, as directed by the HQ Rules, including black/navy skirt / pants / shorts, black shoes and black / navy shirt.

4.3 Once advised of assembly details, adhere to the directions of BWHA.

4.4 Be accommodated and travel with the contingent as advised. Application to travel separately from the team must accompany the nomination form and to be approved by BWHA Management per the Rules.

4.5 Accept the authority of a designated Team Manager whilst on tour.

4.6 Direct any grievances to the designated Team Manager.

4.7 Complete the TO Agreement, Indemnity Form and Uniform Order Form for return to the BWHA Office by the due date.

5. Prior to the Championship

5.1 Obtain and read a copy of the current FIH Rule Book (buy one or download it from http://www.fihockey.org – follow the link via Rules etc).

5.2 Obtain and read a copy of the current HQ Operations Manual and Regulations - http://hockeyqld.com.au/Events/Forms-Information.

5.3 Obtain a stopwatch.

5.4 Be appointed to a Technical Bench (club judge or BWHA Technical Official) to watch more experienced TOs.

5.5 Try to do as much technical work as possible.

6. At the Championship

6.1 Attend the pre-tournament Technical Meeting (if held), noting any instructions provided.

6.2 Note all your allocations and arrive prepared and ready to each game at least 30 minutes prior to commencement of the game (or per the TD’s instructions for that championship).

6.3 Re-read the Rule Book, Tournament Regulations and Technical Briefing.

6.4 Clarify feedback received etc and ask questions (if necessary) of the assessors.

6.5 Approach the assessment process as an opportunity to get feedback from more senior Technical officials and to develop your technical officiating skills as this is invaluable in your development.

6.6 Enjoy yourself!!

7. Transport at Venue

Hire Car or Mini-Bus

Technical Representatives may be required to:

• If over 25 years, drive a hire vehicle.
• Sign for a hire vehicle.
• Provide their Credit Card as a security for the hire vehicle.
• Ensure all people travelling in vehicles are wearing a seat belt at all times.
• Check that require personnel are in a vehicle before it departs.

BWHA will reimburse a Technical Official who is charged for any costs in respect to a BWHA organised hire vehicle on their credit card.