Disciplinary Misconduct
Disciplinary Misconduct
Competitors in the sport of sailing are governed by a body of rules that they are expected to follow and enforce. A fundamental principle of sportsmanship is that when competitors break a rule they will promptly take a penalty, which may be to retire.
Competitors, boat owners or support personnel also have an obligation to show respect for their fellow competitors and officials.
Racing Rules of SailingThe Racing Rules of Sailing outlines thethe following guidelines in the respective sections:
It is the responsibility of all sailors to ensure you are adhering by the expected behaviours and other rules at all times. |
Unacceptable Behaviours
Behaviour that falls outside of these rules is viewed as misconduct and can be subject to protest. Examples include:
- Conduct that is a breach of good manners
- A breach of good sportsmanship
- Unethical behaviour, or
- Conduct that may bring the sport into disrepute
Disciplinary Action
The Racing Rules of Sailing provide for National Authorities to receive reports from Protest Committees of misconduct or alleged misconduct.
When Australian Sailing receives a misconduct report, we will conduct an investigation in accordance with its established procedures and may conduct a hearing to consider taking disciplinary action within its jurisdiction.
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of a protest, you may appeal the decision. Appeals can only be submitted by parties to the original protest hearing.
Further Information
Explore the links and resources below for additional information, guidance and support relating to misconduct and its management within sailing.
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AS Webinar - Handling Misconduct Watch our webinar for guidance on recognising, managing and responding to misconduct in sailing. |
AS Policy - Misconduct Investigation & Hearings Understand Australian Sailing’s procedures for investigating misconduct and conducting formal hearings |
Recent World Sailing Decisions Review World Sailing disciplinary decisions and outcomes relating to misconduct matters. |
World Sailing Misconduct Guidance Access World Sailing’s guidance on addressing misconduct and supporting appropriate responses. |
