A coach must not attempt to exert undue influence over the performer in order to obtain personal benefit or reward. Personal appearance is a matter of individual taste but the sports coach has an obligation to project an image of health, cleanliness and functional efficiency. Sports coaches should never smoke while coaching. Within the limits of their control, coaches have a responsibility to ensure as for as possible the safety of the performers with whom they work All reasonable steps should be taken to establish a safe working environment. The activity undertaken should be suitable for the age, physical and emotional maturity, experience and ability of the performers.
Coaches have a duty to protect children from harm and abuse.
The performers should have been systematically prepared for the activity and made aware of their personal responsibilities in terms of safety. Coaches should arrange adequate insurance to cover all aspects of their coaching practice. Training includes the accumulation of knowledge and skills through formal coach education courses, independent research and the accumulation of relevant verifiable experience. Competence to coach should normally be verified through evidence of qualifications. Competence cannot be inferred solely from evidence of prior experience.