Hpc take Harassment seriously and will not tolerate any form of harassment. Please look at the policy's set out by PCA to make sure everyone understands the policy.

Here are some key words extracted from these policies.

ANTI HARRASSMENT POLICY APPLICATION

This policy applies to all riding and non-riding members, parents/guardians, coaches, employees, administrators, officials and volunteers of the Pony Club Association of Queensland (PCAQ). This policy applies to behaviour occurring both within and outside the course of the PCAQ's business, activities and events, when the behaviour involves individuals associated with the PCAQ and negatively affects relationships within our sport and work environment. This policy applies to harassment occurring between any participants in the organisation. Harassment may occur, for example, from

Abusive behaviour aimed at humiliating or intimidating someone in a less powerful position; Jokes or comments directed at a person’s body, looks, age, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability, Unwelcome remarks including teasing, name calling or insults, Innuendo or taunting, Homophobic comments and/or behaviours; Staring, leering, ogling.

Jokes and behaviour, which are genuinely enjoyed and consented to by everyone present, are not harassment. Sexual interaction or flirtation that is based on mutual attraction or friendship, and which is consensual or up with behaviour they find harassing, especially if they hold a subordinate position relative to the group or individual engaging in the flirtatious or jovial behaviour. It is the responsibility of all people covered by this the behaviour is primarily directed.

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Pony Club Association of Queensland Inc. CODES OF BEHAVIOUR

Riders

1. Play by the rules. 2. Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager approach the official at a suitable time. 3. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of official and sledging other players, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours in any sport. 4. Work equally hard for yourself and /or your team. Your team’s performance will benefit so will you. 5. Be a good sport. Applaud all good performances whether by your team or the opposition. 6. Treat all participants in your sport as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor. 7. Co-operate with your instructor, teammates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition. 8. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and instructors. 9. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

Parents 1. Remember that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, as well as yours. 2. Encourage children to participate, do not force them. 3. Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. 4. Encourage children always to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence. 5. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making mistake or losing a competition. 6. Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good performances and skilful plays by all participants. 7. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. 8. Show appreciation for instructors, officials and administrators. Without them, your child could not participate. 9. Never abuse or belittle instructors, judges, stewards or administrators, especially in front of children or bystanders. If you have a legitimate complaint there are proper procedures to follow. 10. At all times teach and encourage a child to show good sportsmanship, especially in adversity. Again, remember that children learn best by example. 11. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background and religion.