CODE OF CONDUCT
"This Code of Conduct is set out here in accordance with
Paragraph 13 of the Constitution.
It
is primarily a health and Safety document and has the status and
obligations on its members as that of the Constitution".
This document sets out
the “Code of Conduct” of the
This document should be
regarded as a “living” document in that it can be improved on as the need
arises. It is our intention to review this “Code of Conduct” in the
light of experience. UMVC members are encouraged to put forward suggestions for
improvement
This “Code of Conduct”
shall apply to all UMVC members
1. THE CODE OF
CONDUCT.
This will apply
at any show, rally or other event at which UMVC members are appearing, whether
or not the club is involved with the organisation of such an event. It is
intended to safeguard both UMVC members and public from injury and danger.
2. VEHICLE CONDITION.
It is the duty
of all members to ensure that their vehicles are maintained in a safe and
roadworthy condition at all times.
3. VEHICLE MOVEMENT
GENERALLY.
Vehicles should
move through a showground only in accordance with the wishes of the organisers.
Headlamps should be illuminated and horn or siren warnings considered. When on
static display consideration should be given to the chocking of the vehicle road
wheels.
4. TRACKED VEHICLE
MOVEMENT.
Tracked vehicles
should not move through crowds unless absolutely necessary. In
which case responsible adults should walk ahead and to the side of the vehicle
to warn members of the public. Judicious use of an advance-warning
vehicle is recommended. (see (3) above).
5. VEHICLE SPEED.
Vehicles should
be driven at a responsible speed at all times, having full regard to the number
of people present at the event.
6. DRIVER QUALIFICATION.
i) Any vehicle being driven as at (3) and
(4) above should be controlled by the holder of a current full driving licence
for that class of vehicle, who is driving with the full permission of the owner
and, above all, who is familiar with that particular vehicle.
ii) Outside public opening times
a properly supervised provisional licence holder is permitted to drive provided
that the vehicle is displaying 'L' plates and there is no risk or danger
whatsoever to other persons present at the event.
iii) At no time should a child be
in charge or control of a vehicle. This includes vehicle left with ignition
keys in place or with the engine or machinery in motion.
7. VEHICLE INSURANCE.
Owners must
ensure that their vehicles are covered for both “road” and “off-road” use as
required and that all drivers are similarly covered. It is the responsibility
of the driver to confirm insurance cover with the owner before taking charge of
a vehicle. Normal road insurance does not apply at 'off-road' events.
8. RESTRICTED DRIVER
VISION.
If any vehicle
has restricted vision, a responsible adult must act as vehicle commander. He
must be in clear “two way” contact with the driver. It is the commander's
responsibility to ensure passenger safety, especially when persons are mounting
or dismounting from the vehicle, which should be done other than by, using the
tracks or wheels as footrests
9. PROJECTIONS.
Drivers must
ensure that any projections outside the normal overall width, length and height
of their vehicle such as whip aerials or ring-mounted replica machine-guns, are
properly secured before moving off, especially when moving through crowds.
10. PASSENGERS.
No passenger
vehicle must carry more passengers than the number of seats on that vehicle
and/or in accordance with licence qualification. They must be correctly seated
and children properly supervised by parent/guardian. On fully armoured, tracked
vehicles, no passengers or crew must be carried on the exterior of the vehicle
under any circumstances. On amphibious vehicles, all crew and passengers must be
equipped with flotation devices or life jackets when water-borne.
11. FIREARMS
AND EXPLOSIVES.
There must be
absolutely no discharge of any firearm, barrelled weapon, thunder flash or
other explosive device at any event without prior written authority from the
event organizer and local authority. Replica and deactivated weapons (guns) are
not to be carried outside the showground. Deactivated weapons should always be
accompanied by the appropriate documentation.
12. OFFENSIVE
WEAPONS.
Bayonets and
knives must not be unsheathed when moving around the showground. They may be
unsheathed only as part of a static display and equipment and must never be
left unattended.
13. UNIFORMS.
Uniforms and
equipment must be worn responsibly outside the showground. Care must be taken
to avoid unit and rank badges and especially medal ribbons to which the wearer
is not entitled, as this constitutes an offence. Uniforms should be worn
correctly and in context.
14. NOISE.
No excessive
noise should be made or generators used on a show site or camping site between
the hours of
15. PERSONAL
DISCIPLINE.
The UMVC is
represented by its members and members are deemed to be responsible for the
behaviour of their invited guests. Whether driving, being carried as a passenger
or performing safety-oriented duties as outlined above, standards of deportment
and politeness must be maintained so that the club is presented to the public
as a caring responsible organisation.
16. INFRINGMENT
OF CODE OF CONDUCT.
Serious
infringement of this “Code of Conduct” at a show will be dealt with by
any committee member present at the time of the offence and subsequently will
be reported to the UMVC Safety Officer for further action if considered
necessary.