BSAC rules and policies

In this section, you can download the rules, policies and guidelines that govern BSAC.

If you have any questions regarding any of the documents, please email us.

BSAC Code of Conduct

Although not exhaustive, the BSAC Code of Conduct provides an overview of what BSAC expects of its members.

Download Code of Conduct

General policies

• Articles of association
• Branch Officer guidance
• Accessibility policy
• Equality, diversity and inclusion policies
• Anti-bribery and Tax Evasion policy
• Disciplinary and Grievance policy
• Whistleblowing policy
  
  

Safeguarding

• Child safeguarding policy
• Adult safeguarding policy
  
  

Environment 

• Environment statement
• Diver and snorkeller guidelines to protect our seas
  
  

Diving management

• Alternative supply policy
  
• Pool safety officers guidelines
• Basic life support guidelines
• Risk assessments

Templates for clubs

• BSAC club byelaws template
• BSAC club byelaws template - Word version
• BSAC club byelaws - Explanatory notes
• Social media policy template

Website, social media and data policies

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Privacy policy
• Acceptable usage policy (including social media terms and conditions) 
• Website disclaimer
  
  

BSAC brand and logo guidelines

• Download BSAC logo and usage guidance

• BSAC brand quick reference guidance
• BSAC PowerPoint template