FIRST Code of Conduct

We expect that all participants and spectators hold themselves to the FIRST Code of Conduct as per the following:

"The FIRST mission is to inspire a generation of science and technology leaders who are both gracious and professional. This FIRST Code of Conduct lists some of the basic behaviors mentors, coaches, volunteers, team members, affiliate partners, contractors, staff, and other participants should adhere to while participating in FIRST activities.
  • Exhibit Gracious Professionalism® at all times. Gracious Professionalism is a way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community. With Gracious Professionalism, fierce competition and mutual gain are not separate notions.
  • Ensure the safety of all participants in FIRST activities.
  • Not engage in any form of bullying, harassment, use of profane or insulting language, or any actual or threatened violence.
  • Adhere to all FIRST Youth Protection Program (YPP) policies.
  • Report any unsafe behavior to event or local FIRST leadership.
  • Persons who do not comply with this Code of Conduct may be barred from participating in FIRST activities"

FIRST Youth Protection Policy

Accessibility

The event is wheelchair accessible. If you have any special needs please let us know. We can arrange a quiet room if required.

Risk Assessment

In preparation for this event we conduct a Risk Assessment. If you would like a copy please contact us.

Incident response

At the end of each event we document any negative incidents that occur and consider how we ensure they don't occur again. If you would like to report an incident, or follow up on the response to an incident please contact us.

Feedback

In the spirt of continual improvement we are always happy to get feedback on our event. At the end of each event we will open a survey for participants to let us know how we went. We are looking for feedback from everyone (including volunteers, sponsors, mentors, students and parents).