ACR Journal

In addition to Worldskills UK competition rules, this document is to ensure that each competitor is fully aware of the expected conduct, behaviours, and skill specific rules, which are to be observed at competitions organised by the competition organising partner (COP) and its associates. Skill Competition Rules 1. Exemplary and professional conduct always, this includes work practices, communication with judges, skills team and other competitors. 2. Aggressive behaviour towards others will result in instant dismissal from competition. 3. Personal appearance and conduct are as equally as important during competition time as they are when not at the competition venue, we expect all participants of the skills competition to behave in accordance with point 1 at all times. 4. The design and specification of all competition tasks are the property of the COP and unauthorised copy or use is not permitted unless agreed in advance by the COP competition management team. 5. The COP and its sponsors / supporters reserve the right to prohibit unauthorised use of promotional material within the competition area. 6. Hotel accommodation (where provided by the COP at the finals) is for competitor sole use only. 7. The COP cannot accept expenses for example travel, parking at competition events. 8. Competitors will always be required to wear the provided official identification badge. 9. Communication with the competitor during the competition from outside the competition area is not allowed. 10. Competitors will be expected to arrive on each competition day in a fit condition ready to compete and will attend activities to which they are assigned on time. 11. Competitors are liable for any damages or breakages that may occur during the competition (including the overnight stays). 12. The use of alcohol and non prescribed drugs is not allowed at any time during a competition event, any competitor who is believed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be expelled from the competition (this includes the evenings of the competition days). 13. Sickness or any accidents should be reported as soon as possible to COP staff or other official persons. 14. Competitors shall observe all health and safety rules and requirements. In the event of a fire drill, competitors should follow the appropriate emergency evacuation procedures of the competition and accommodation venues. 15. Competitors are responsible for bringing and wearing the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the competition venue and must wear PPE where required. Code of Conduct and Rules of Competition