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Booklet
2015
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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 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.