The following Code of Conduct has been developed in partnership with the industry in order to elevate the professional practices and recognition of practitioners within the Outdoors sector. Outdoors WA members support the Code of Conduct.
use honesty and integrity to underlie their entire professional decisions and actions.
respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human being and at all times safeguard their interests.
strive to improve their professional services and to keep their knowledge up to date.
refrain from any conduct or action which may tarnish the image of the Outdoor Recreation industry.
all participants with particular regard for child protection (as per Child Protection Bill or equivalent).
abiding by all of the rules and regulations of the respective land managers responsible for the areas used (eg CALM, Local Govt authorities).
leading by example, using positive reinforcement and taking corrective action where necessary, to gain participant compliance with suggested practices.
establish that the environment is suitable for the proposed activity and ability of the group.
identify and understand the aims and objectives of the organisation or business regardless of its educational, recreational or experiential focus.
participate in activities that will upgrade their ability to communicate with and manage participants within sensitive natural and cultural settings.