somersault mission statement and event accreditation

mission statement
Somersault Promotions organizes triathlons, duathlons, running, and other start and fnish line participation events. We organize and host these community sport, recreation and fitness events solely for the recreational enjoyment of participants of all ages and stages.

event accreditation group
The "Event Accreditation Group" is comprised of Somersault Race Directors and other event specialists who help make Somersault events safe and fair. The Event Accreditation Group is responsible for ensuring that Somersault events adhere to the "Event Accreditation Standards" it sets.

The purpose of "Event Accreditation Standards" is to hold each Somersault event accountable to participant based, event delivery criteria which ensure that each event participant is treated equitably at, can prepare properly for, and is able to participate fairly in, a safe competition.

event accreditation standards

Each Somersault event will :

  • advertise and communicate clearly all event elements and conditions of entry, (including rules of competition) of which a participant should be aware before entering an event,
  • deliver to each participant those event elements that have been advertised and communicated to them prior to the event,
  • treat each participant equitably and with respect, regardless of age or stage,
  • provide competition supervision sufficient to ensure a safe, and fair competition,
  • maintain the third party liability insurance coverage necessary to protect those who are involved in organizing and supporting the event,
  • respect the conditions imposed by the insurers, the facility owners, host municipalities, and affiliated agencies,
  • make best efforts to ensure that event workers and volunteers are capable of performing the event tasks to which they are assigned,
  • provide an appeal mechanism to allow for participant protests or appeals, and
  • seek and respond to participant feedback and suggestions

participant code of conduct

Each Somersault event participant, as a condition of entry to a Somersault event, agrees to:

  • participate according to the rules of competition as advertised and communicated to them,
  • show respect for the other participants,
  • show respect for event officials and volunteers, and
  • communicate any event concerns, complaints or suggestions to the Event Director in a courteous and timely manner.
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