Why Every Official Should Complete the Child Safeguarding Course

Protecting children and young people in sport is everyone’s responsibility. As accredited umpires and referees, you play a vital role in creating a safe, positive environment where all participants can enjoy table tennis free from harm or abuse.

Sport Integrity Australia provides a free, comprehensive online Child Safeguarding course that introduces the Child Safeguarding Policy, explains your obligations, and guides you on how to recognise, prevent, and respond to potential risks. Completing this course is crucial for building awareness and confidence in safeguarding practices.

It is now mandatory for all officials seeking reaccreditation to complete this course, ensuring our officiating community meets the highest standards of safety and care.

By signing up at the Sport Integrity Australia website and completing this important training, you demonstrate your commitment to the wellbeing of our community’s youngest members. The course is accessible online at any time, making it easy to integrate into your education and reaccreditation journey.

Tips for completing the course efficiently:

• Set aside dedicated, uninterrupted time to focus on the modules

• Take notes on key points to help retention and reference later

• Complete interactive quizzes as you go to reinforce learning

• Access the course on a reliable device with stable internet

• Use the course resources and contact options if you have questions

Learn more and register here: Sport Integrity Australia Child Safeguarding Education

Together, we can uphold the highest standards of safety, respect, and integrity in Australian sport.