AIRC
Safeguarding & Vetting
The Association of Irish Riding Clubs (AIRC) is committed to creating and maintaining the safest environment possible for all young people and vulnerable adults who wish to participate in AIRC activities.
We are fully committed to safeguarding the well-being of all athletes. Every person should at all times, show respect and understanding for participants’ rights, safety, welfare and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the organisation and the guidelines contained in Horse Sport Ireland’s Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Youths and Vulnerable Persons in Our Sport.
Download our Safeguarding and Vetting Policy (D77/16)
Vetting
All vetting applications must be processed directly through Horse Sport Ireland. For further information, please visit Horse Sport Irelands website.
Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Youths and Vulnerable Persons in Sport
The Association is fully committed to safeguarding the well-being of all athletes. Every person should at all times, show respect and understanding for participants’ rights, safety, welfare and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the organisation and the guidelines contained in the Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Youths and Vulnerable Persons in Our Sport.
Codes of Conduct
Policies & Procedures for Young People
- Anti-Bullying Policy
- Disciplinary, Complaints and Appeals Procedures
HSI Safeguarding Training Policy
Useful Forms
- HSI Accident Report Form
- HSI Complaints Form
- HSI Incident Report Form
- HSI Travel Permission Form
- HSI Photographic Consent Form
- HSI Missing Child Policy
- Tusla Reporting Form
Safeguarding Courses
Horse Sport Ireland runs courses at its office in Naas throughout the year. Click here for further information.
Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs)
There are a number of Local Sports Partnerships across Ireland who also provide safeguarding training through Sport Ireland. To find a Sports Partnership near you please click here.
Sport Ireland Safeguarding 1 Online Refresher Course
If your safeguarding 1 certificate is out of date, you can take this online refresher course.