Agility Dog Association of Australia Ltd

ADAA Policies

ADAA is in the process of developing guidelines and reviewing existing policies.  All current guidelines and associated forms will be linked on this page and available for download in PDF format.

Canine Contagious Diseases Policy - 37 kb - (replaces the Interim Kennel Cough Policy)

  See also: Canine Contagious Diseases Policy - ADAA FAQ for Members (143kb). 
The same information is also available as a PowerPoint Slide Show - ADAA FAQ for Members (151kb)

  This replaces the  Interim Kennel Cough Policy Notice (Member Notices)

Dog Measuring Policy - 40 kb - Outlines the dog measuring rules and avenues for the re-measuring of Dogs.

Application for Height Re-Measurement Form - 25 kb - Form relates to the Dog Measuring Policy.

Medallion Stakes Policy 2011 - 42 kb - The ADAA Medallion Stakes is an annual awards based competition for Dogs registered with ADAA. The purpose of this Policy is to provide guidelines for Members for participation in the Medallion Stakes and Medallion Stakes Invitational.

Judges Registration Form for Medallion Stakes - 19 kb - Form relates to the Medallion Stakes Policy.

Competition Cancellation Policy - 42 kb - As a general rule, once an ADAA sanctioned Competition schedule is advertised on the ADAA website, every effort should be made by the Club to ensure that the Competition is not cancelled. However it is acknowledged that there are circumstances, from time-to-time that make the holding of a Competition to not be in the best interests of members and/or their dogs or their joint welfare and/or circumstances beyond the control of the Club that preclude the holding of the Competition, as advertised.

Extreme Weather Policy - 32 kb - The purpose of this Policy is to provide guidelines for managing various weather conditions that may arise at competitions and events. This involves both preplanning and emergency protocols.

Competition Cancellation Policy - 42 kb - relates to the Extreme Weather Policy
Risk Management Policy - 56 kb - relates to the Extreme Weather Policy
Refund Policy - 27 kb - relates to the Extreme Weather Policy

Refund Policy - 27 kb - The Board of Directors of the Agility Dog Association of Australia Ltd seeks to minimise cheque payments to be raised where an error has been made by a member or other payer, however this Policy provides guidance to determine in which circumstances a refund will be made, any charges to be deducted and the issue of credit vouchers in lieu of refund payment.

Complaints and Grievance Policy - 29 kb - The Board of Directors of the Agility Dog Association of Australia Ltd is committed to supporting the decisions of its Judges in officiating at Competitions held in accordance with the Agility Regulations however this Policy provides Competitors with a means to formally obtain a review of a decision by a Judge.

Competition Complaint Form - 39 kb - Form relates to the Complaints and Grievance Policy.  Forms lodged on day of Competition must be handed to the Competition Secretary within 30 minutes of the Time of Incident. All other forms must be received by the ADAA Secretary within three working days of the Competition and MAY NOT be handed to the Competition Secretary.

  Competition Incident Reports  - 22 kb - Members are reminded that it is their obligation to report incidents of dog aggression, harsh handling or bad sportsmanship that they witness anywhere within the Competition precinct (excluding in the ring) to an officiating Judge. Rule 16.5 In such an event, a Competition Incident Report form is available from the Competition Secretary or Judge. This form must be completed by the Member and signed off by the officiating Judge.

Communication with Members Policy - 28 kb - ADAA offers membership with electronic communication at significantly discounted membership rates to reflect the cost differential in using emails rather than postal services for distribution of notices and information. ADAA will not be responsible for determining an alternate mailing address (email or postal) if the information provided by a member is found to be erroneous or obsolete.

Membership Change Form - 25 kb - Form relates to the Communication with Members Policy and can be used to submit contact details change (Address / Phone / Email) or to add and remove member(s) on your Membership .  Completed Form to be signed and returned to the ADAA Secretary.

ADAA Credit Card Policy - 29 kb - This policy acts as the authority for the use of Agility Dog Association of Australia Ltd (ADAA) Credit Cards. See also the Refund Policy (27 kb).

ADAA Credit Card Issue Form - 29 kb - relates to the Credit Card Policy
ADAA Credit Card Holder List Form - 29 kb- relates to the Credit Card Policy

Member Awards Policy - 40 kb - ADAA Awards exist to recognise the valuable contribution of individuals to the current and future existence of the Association. In particular, the Awards system described within this policy is intended to recognise a wide range of contributions - more than simply being a long-term ADAA member. For the purpose of this policy document, the term “Award” includes Life Membership.

Member Award Form - Microsoft Word document - 116 kb - Form relates to the Member Awards Policy and is for the use of ADAA Clubs or ADAA Directors.  Completed Form to be signed and returned to the ADAA Secretary.

Risk Management Policy - 56 kb - Many incidents occur because there are no formal procedures leading to safe practices or processes. With this in mind, a strategy has been designed to assist in the development of formal procedures and to eliminate or reduce the risk of injury or incident.

Agility Competition Sample List of Risks  - 53 kb -  Outlines some of the risks associated with holding an Agility competition.

Risk Identification Worksheet  - 31 kb -  To be completed, refer to Risk Management Policy and Sample List of Risks above.

Risk Assessment Worksheet - 26 kb -  To be completed, refer to Risk Management Policy and Sample List of Risks above.

Risk Control Worksheet  - 26 kb -  To be completed, refer to Risk Management Policy and Sample List of Risks above.

Member Protection Policy - ADAA has prepared a draft Member Protection Policy that will apply to ADAA members and events, and has specific reference to our Child Protection requirements. Until the full policy is posted to our webpage, any queries/issues regarding Member Protection Policy should be referred to ADAA's Secretary.

Please don't hesitate to contact the ADAA Secretary if you have any questions regarding the policies.

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