My 2015 Appointments Record

My 2015 Appointments Record

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Information

Booklet

2015

MY 2015 APPOINTMENTS RECORD

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CONTENTS

Information

Booklet

2015

INTRODUCTION

OFFICE BEARERS - 2015

GFUL mission statement

GFUL VALUES and BEHAVIOUR – PEERS

CODE OF CONDUCT

BEHAVIOUR

ALCOHOL

AFTER GAME HOSPITALITY

DRESS STANDARDS

PUBLIC COMMENTS

MEMBERSHIP

GFUL MEMBERSHIP NOMINATION

MEMBERSHIP FEES

MEMBERSHIP DATA BASE

CHANGE OF PERSONAL DETAILS

WORKPLACE STANDARDS

ACCREDITATION

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

GFUL POLICIES

NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

COUNSELLING

SOCIAL FUNCTIONS

communication

MATCH PAYMENTS AND TRAVEL RATES

HOW YOU ARE PAID

DEDUCTIONS

TRAVEL EXPENSES

TAXATION

TRAINING AND MEETINGS

TRAINING

Training Overview

MEETINGS

TRAINING ATTIRE

TRAINING ETIQUETTE

HELPFUL TRAINING HINTS

APPOINTMENTS

AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENT

APPOINTMENTS

APPOINTMENTS CO-ORDINATOR

NOTIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT

NOT AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENT

NOT AVAILABLE AFTER APPOINTMENT

TRANSPORT

TRANSPORT PICK-UP POINT

MATCH DAY SHORTAGES

UNIFORM

UNIFORM STANDARD AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

UNIFORM ITEMS

CHECK LIST OF EQUIPMENT

FIELD / BOUNDARY UMPIRESGOAL UMPIRES

MATCH PREPARATION

THE NIGHT BEFORE

THE MORNING BEFORE

ARRIVAL AT THE GROUND

PRE-MATCH PREPARATION FOR RUNNING UMPIRES:

CROWD CONTROL

AFTER MATCH

MATCH REPORTS

DEADLINES FOR THE UMPIRES WEEK

TRIBUNAL AND REPORTING PROCEDURES

DUTIES WHEN REPORTING PLAYERS

REPORTING FROM VIDEO

POWER TO REPORT

AT THE TRIBUNAL

CHECK LIST FOR REPORTING PLAYERS

TRIBUNAL HEARINGS - TIMES

WORK COVER AND INJURIES

ELIGIBILITY FOR WORK COVER

WHAT TO DO

CLAIM FORMS

DUTY OF CARE

UMPIRE’S RESPONSIBILITIES

TRAINING HEAT POLICY

SUN SMART POLICY

SECURITY OF PERSONAL POSSESSIONS AND VALUABLES

GEELONG JUNIOR FOOTBALL

BOUNDARY UMPIRES

OUT OF BOUNDS ON THE FULL:

OVER RULE THE GOAL UMPIRE:

REPORTABLE OFFENCES:

GOAL UMPIRES:

OFFICIALS, COACHES AND RUNNERS:

TRAINERS AND WATER CARRIERS:

SHORTAGES AND LOANING OF PLAYERS:

WEARING OF GLOVES

WHEN CAN A GAME COMMENCE?

HOW MANY PLAYERS MAY A TEAM USE?

Appendices

MATCH TIMES AND BREAKS

DIRECTIONS TO GROUNDS

Myers Reserve - Creamery Rd, Bell Post Hill.

Victoria Park - Moore St Bannockburn.

Eastern Reserve Hopkins St Winchelsea

UMPIRES MATCH PAYMENTS SCHEDULE

2015 UMPIRES MATCH PAYMENTS SCHEDULE

TRAVEL PAYMENT SCHEDULE

NOTES

NOTES

Geelong Football Umpires’ League

Kardinia Park (PO Box 1607)

Geelong 3220

Tel : 03 5229 8599

Fax: 03 5221 8053

INTRODUCTION

The Geelong Football Umpires’ League (GFUL) is affiliated with the AFL Victoria Country (AFLVC) and provides umpires to the Geelong Football League, Bellarine Football League, Geelong & District Football League and the Geelong Junior Football League.

The GFUL is completely independent of any Football League and is governed by a Board of Management elected by the members under its own Constitution and Rules.

The GFUL is dedicated to providing Umpires with the best possible training and coaching that will in turn, provide opportunities for Umpires to improve their skill levels and maximise their enjoyment in umpiring.

Not everyone can umpire a Grand Final, however, everyone can aim to improve throughout the course of the season and hopefully, many of you will strive to achieve that goal. All we ask is that you do your very best every time you take the field as an Umpire and that you behave in a manner that will bring credit and respect to yourself and the GFUL.

This Information Book provides most of the necessary information that you will require to assist you in your umpiring. The information is relevant to most situations you are likely to encounter during the season, however, it should be read in conjunction with the current AFLVC Handbook.

We hope that you have a very enjoyable and successful year umpiring with the GFUL in 2015.

OFFICE BEARERS - 2015

Patron:Brett Allen

Chairman:Mark Davison0408 342 876

General Manager:Dave Harris03 5229 8599

Treasurer:Stephen Allinson03 5223 1231

Directors: Brendan Beveridge0417 581 027

Murray Fanning0431 227 084

Bill Harrison0407 302 664

Damian McMaster0419 156 782

Tony Palmer0450 177 440

Director of Umpiring:Jock Hillgrove0402 201 316

Field Umpires CoachesScott McLeod0403 068 422

Kelvin Clissold0417 125 080

Jack Ververs0418 482 698

Boundary Umpires Coaches:Howard Philpott0467 226 103

Karen Wekwerth0425 783 303

Goal Umpires CoachesAllan Grant0412 220 002

:Colin Hood0418 499 068

Ray Menzies0421 152 146

Junior Field Development CoachesRay Spalding0407 483 579

Joey Kozina0428 037 366

Jack Ververs0429 032 166

Appointments Co-ordinator:Kevin McMaster0417 552 410

Tribunal Co-ordinator:Jock Hilgrove0402 201 316

Training Supervisor:Mandi Cole0425 803 319

Sports Trainer:Alan Doherty0439 555 783

League Statistician:Kevin McMaster0417 552 410

GFUL mission statement

To be a successful and respected umpiring association that provides a service to our members and the football community of Geelong and district.

VISION

To be the benchmark umpiring group in community football in Australia, providing outstanding service to its partner leagues and their clubs and clear development pathways for all umpires in a professional, welcoming, inclusive and diverse environment utilising first class facilities designed for all its members.

GFUL VALUES and BEHAVIOUR – PEERS

The GFUL wishes all members to enjoy their experience during their time with the league. A set of values and behaviours (called PEERS), have been developed that, if applied by members, will promote the well being of individuals and create a strong sense of team.

In order to maximise your umpiring experience, develop life skills and have some fun along the way, these values and behaviours are recommended to be adopted by all members.

The following describes the PEERS values and behaviours:

PREPARATION

I will

  • Strive for an excellent knowledge and understanding of the rules and the spirit of the laws
  • Train regularly, with purpose, passion and enthusiasm

ENJOYMENT

I will

  • Enjoy the moment, both at training and on match day
  • Participate in fun activities provided by the organisation

ENCOURAGEMENT

I will

  • Be loyal and support my colleagues
  • Promote the well-being of my colleagues (Morale)

RESPECT

I will

  • Build positive relationships with my colleagues and the wider football community
  • Take pride in the job that I am doing

SHARED COMMUNICATION

I will

  • Be open, honest and approachable in communication
  • Value and apply feedback from the coaching panel

CODE OF CONDUCT

BEHAVIOUR

GFUL umpires must always be in complete control of themselves and their behaviour towards others, before, during and after a game. The following standards of conduct and behaviour are to be adhered to by all umpires when representing the GFUL:

 Always present yourself to Football Officials and players in an orderly and respectful manner before, during and after the game; treat them how you would like to be treated.

 Compliment and encourage all participants.

 Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions.

 When questioned on a particular decision, explain the reason in a straightforward manner and leave it at that; do not get involved in long winded discussions

 Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents.

 Do not improperly react to players, spectators or officials who verbally abuse or make threats.

 Emphasise the “Spirit of the Game” rather than the errors.

 Be a good sport yourself, actions speak louder than words.

 Keep up to date with the latest roles, trends and principles of officiating.

 Remember, YOU set the example. Our behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.

 Place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else.

 Give all people a “fair go” regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

ALCOHOL

Umpires must not drink any alcohol on the day of the match until all official duties are completed.

Any umpire who accepts the responsibility of being the ‘Designated Driver’ for any car trip transporting GFUL umpires to a game is required to adhere to a ZERO alcohol policy for the total duration of that responsibility.

The ‘Designated Driver’ of a vehicle transporting umpires to a match is to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy and is driven in a safe and responsible manner, so as not to endanger, harm or injure any of the occupants.

AFTER GAME HOSPITALITY

Umpires are encouraged to accept any Club offer of After-Match hospitality but should be careful to never outstay his/her welcome.

DRESS STANDARDS

An umpire’s standard of dress, on and off the field, makes a lasting impression. The GFUL expects all umpires to take pride in their appearance when representing the League, both in their personal standard of dress arriving at a game, and in the presentation of their on-field uniform.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Under no circumstances whatsoever is any GFUL umpire to make comments or statements on any umpiring issue or subject to any form of the media.

The only persons permitted to make any public comment on behalf of the GFUL are the Chairman, the Director of Umpiring and the General Manager, absolutely NO ONE else.

MEMBERSHIP

To umpire in any official match Umpires must be registered with both the GFUL and AFL Victoria.

GFUL Membership is renewable each year on application and must be approved by the Board of Management.

GFUL MEMBERSHIP NOMINATION

A Membership Nomination Form must be completed either on line or manually and handed to the General Manager each year for approval by the Board of Management, prior to any umpiring appointment, official or otherwise. Approved Membership is a pre-requisite for any Work Cover compensation claim for injuries sustained whilst performing official umpiring duties. When approved by the Board, a GFUL Membership Card will be issued to the member and the appropriate Membership Fee deducted from Match Payments.

By completing and signing a Membership Nomination Form, an umpire agrees to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Association, Policies and all decisions of the Board.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Membership Fees for 2015 are: $70 per Adult Member, $35 per Junior Member under the age of 18 years, $35 for First Year Senior Umpires, $18 for First Year Junior Umpires and $40 for Social Members.

Membership Fees are deducted automatically from members Match Payments.

MEMBERSHIP DATA BASE

The GFUL maintain a data base which records the personal details of each registered member.

The GFUL Privacy Policy can be accessed from the website at .

CHANGE OF PERSONAL DETAILS

All members MUST advise the General Manager of any changes to their personal details as soon as they occur.

WORKPLACE STANDARDS

ACCREDITATION

All GFUL members are expected to achieve accreditation as follows:

  • Level 1 – by the end of the second year of membership
  • Level 2 – by the end of the fourth year of membership

Only Accredited Umpires will be appointed to senior matches.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The GFUL is an Equal Opportunity organisation.

GFUL POLICIES

The GFUL Board has developed a number of policies that are binding on members. These can be accessed via the website at

Policies are in place for:

  • Accreditation
  • Alcohol
  • Appointments
  • Attendance
  • Exchange Appointments
  • Member Protection
  • Privacy
  • Training Heat

Other policies will be developed from time to time.

NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

The GFUL rooms are a “NON-SMOKING AREA”.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

All registered members of the GFUL, over the age of 18 years of age, MUST undergo a Working with Children Check. Application Forms are available from any Post Office or from the GFUL GENERAL MANAGER. There is no fee payable for the Check, however, each member undergoing a Check will be liable to pay for the required passport photograph which is to accompany the Application Form.

COUNSELLING

Should any member be experiencing any personal problems, or wish to seek advice on any matter relating to their working conditions or environment, they are to contact Bill Harrison who is the Welfare Officer.

SOCIAL FUNCTIONS

The GFUL organises various social events throughout the year. These functions provide the opportunity for each member and in most cases, their families, to enjoy each other’s company. Although social functions are not compulsory, all members are encouraged to make an effort to attend as many as possible throughout the year.

Functions scheduled for 2015 are:

  • Season Launch – ??? – Buckley’s Entertainment Centre
  • First Year Umpires Welcome – ??? – GFUL Rooms
  • AFL VC Awards Presentation – ??? – GFUL Rooms
  • Finals Launch – ??? – Buckley’s Entertainment Centre
  • Training Awards & Grand Final Appointments – ???
  • Presentation Dinner – Saturday 10th of October – Buckley’s Entertainment Centre

communication

Email

Email is the principal communication method for the GFUL. Please make sure that your correct email address is registered – if you do not have an email address, information will be sent by mail – you should note that many notifications contain short term information which will not be mailed as the time will have past.

Web Site

The GFUL web site is located at . You should check it regularly.

The web site contains copies of most information that you will need during the year.

GFUL App

The GFUL has a smart phone app which can be accessed as follows:

  • Step 1— Go to the App Store or Google Play Store
  • Step 2— Download Team App
  • Step 3— Search for the Geelong Umpires App (Follow the instructions)

MATCH PAYMENTS AND TRAVEL RATES

HOW YOU ARE PAID

Match Fees and travel expenses, are paid monthly.

2015 Pay dates are: ?

Each new member is requested to open a FCCS account, into which their monthly match fees will be deposited by Direct Credit. Any member who does not open a FCCS account will receive payment by cheque at the end of the season.

A new FCCS Account Number is to be advised to the GENERAL MANAGER.

DEDUCTIONS

In addition to Membership Fees, deductions will be made from time to time to recover such costs as, purchase of uniforms, accreditation costs, pay adjustments or any other miscellaneous administration fees. These will be deducted from the members monthly match payments. Match payments will only be paid when the members account is in credit.

TRAVEL EXPENSES

Umpires who are nominated as a “Designated Driver” to transport other umpires to a game venue which is located outside of a 10 kilometre radius of the GFUL Rooms are entitled to receive a travel payment as shown in the “Travel Payment Schedule”.

TAXATION

The Australian Tax Office has issued a Class Action Tax Ruling categorising umpiring with the GFUL as a “Hobby Sport”. A copy can be accessed from the website at

The Ruling has determined that income derived from umpiring with the GFUL is NOT subject to Income Tax. Umpires are therefore not required to declare their match payments as income, and as a consequence cannot claim any umpiring expenses as a deduction.

TRAINING AND MEETINGS

TRAINING

The GFUL official training and meeting policy is available on the web site.

All Field, Boundary and Goal umpires should aim for full attendance at official training and meetings.

  • Training is held at Geelong Cricket Ground (next to the rooms) on Monday and Wednesday evenings all year round.
  • There are two training sessions to choose from. The first session commences at 4.30pm and the second at 5.30pm.
  • Junior Development Umpires train at 4.30 pm.
  • Senior Umpires train at 5.30 pm.

Training Overview

  • The GFUL Training Supervisor appointed for 2015 is Mandi Cole, an accredited international athletics coach and a member of the Australian Track and Field Coaches Association. At each training session all umpires participate in the training program that the training supervisor has planned.
  • A typical training session consists of a warm up, including light running, muscle stretching exercises and body strengthening exercises. A series of running programs covering a range of distances may be programmed throughout the season. At the conclusion of the running program a warm down session takes place.

MEETINGS

‘All Discipline’ and ‘Individual Discipline’ meetings will be held monthly from 5.30pm to 6.30 pm.

An “All Discipline” meeting will be notified to members.

“Individual Discipline” meetings will be held on dates advised by he coaches.:

All Members attending Meetings are required to sign the Roll to record their attendance.

TRAINING ATTIRE

During warmer weather it is advised that the following items be worn during training sessions

  • Peaked cap and sunscreen
  • GFUL Training Shirt
  • Running shorts or footy shorts
  • Comfortable running shoes and socks
  • As the season progresses and the weather becomes cooler, warmer clothing should be worn
  • Long sleeve T-shirt and / or tracksuit top
  • Running shorts or long, athletes leggings
  • Comfortable running shoes and socks
  • Cross country running spikes or stopped footwear for nights when the training track may be wet.
  • Board Shorts are not to be worn under any circumstances during training sessions.

TRAINING ETIQUETTE

  • Sign the training attendance register prior to the commencement of training
  • Be punctual, it is crucial that the warm up session is thoroughly completed
  • Advise the Training Supervisor if you need to leave the training track at any time
  • Advise the Training Supervisor if you are suffering from injury or become ill during training
  • Participate in the training program with purpose, enthusiasm and enjoyment
  • Always bring a whistle to each training session

HELPFUL TRAINING HINTS

Always bring a water bottle to training, even during the cooler months.

It is important to drink plenty of water during the day, prior to training, during training and after training to keep yourself hydrated.

It is advisable to eat foods with a high carbohydrate component after training, e.g. fresh fruit, soft drink or cordial, glucose charged lollies.

Listen to your body, if it is in discomfort – advise the Training Supervisor, who may suggest a modified program.

APPOINTMENTS

Each week, the GFUL Appointments Board meets to make appointments to all fixture matches.