The Bowling Club was founded by the Broken Hill Associated Smelters proprietors of the Lead Smelting Works in 1953. The Club joined the North Western Bowling Association in 1954/1955 and has established a remarkable winning culture.

From 1974 to 1985 the club won 12 division one flags consecutively. This record puts the BHAS Club among the most successful in pennants in the State’s history.

The BHAS men have been very successful in Regional Championships and at the Country Carnival winning singles, pairs and fours on different occasions and have had a number of representatives in the North Western Men’s Bowling Association in their Round Robin, Prestige and Kennedy teams.

The BHAS Staff Ladies Section was formed in 1955 and it wasn’t until 1957/1958 that the ladies entered the pennant competition in the North Western Women’s Bowling Association. In 1959/1960 the club won its first pennant and from that point until the present time have won numerous pennant flags.

The ladies have also had a lot of success in Regional Championships and at the Country Championships have played off in finals no less than three times to date.

The club consistently has representatives in the North Western Women’s Round Robin, Prestige Medley and Kennedy Shield teams.

This policy has been introduced following the establishment of synthetic surfaces which needs to be protected from heavy impact. A dump is defined as a bowl that when delivered is likely to cause heavy impact to the bowling surface.

“NO DUMPING” signs are displayed around the club. Preceding all events the Club Spokesperson speaks to bowlers present regarding the Club Dumping Policy. All club members have a responsibility in the identification of bowls dumpers and then informing a Club committee member.

The Club committee members will endeavour to counsel dumpers individually about corrective options in the following sequence:
(a) Offer coaching by a Club Coach
(b) Use of the Bowling Arm/Claw
(c) Use of dumping mats and procedures involved
(d) Failing acceptance of this procedure the Club will be empowered to make the immediate decision to finalise the matter

Reminder that smooth soled footwear is required e.g. bowls shoes.
Sneakers aren’t acceptable as they don’t protect ours and other clubs surfaces.

Being a member of the BHAS Bowling Club entitles you to certain rights and responsibilities, as it does other members, guests, visitors and the club overall.
Members of, and visitors to, the BHAS Bowling Club are required under this Code of Conduct to behave at all times in a way which upholds the values and good reputation of the BHAS Bowling Club.

The Code of Conduct

Members and Visitors have a right to:

• be treated equitably and with respect
• participate in an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination
• have their privacy and confidentiality treated lawfully and with respect
• submit their views to the President or any member of the Executive Management Committee
• provided this is done appropriately and respectfully

Members of and visitors to the BHAS Bowling Club must:

• behave honestly and with integrity
• treat everyone with respect, courtesy and without harassment
• comply with the rules and follow all safety requirements and practices of the BHAS Bowling Club
• not breach Bowls SA and Bowls Australia Laws
• behave responsibly and not motivate or incite any person/s to do or feel something unpleasant or violent
• not discriminate against any person
• refrain from behaviour that could offend or embarrass others
• not physically or verbally harass others (includes fights, argue, ridicule, threaten, stalk etc.)
• comply with any lawful and reasonable direction given by someone who has authority to give the direction
• maintain appropriate condifentiality about dealings that any person has with the BHAS Bowling Club
• use BHAS Bowling Club resources in a proper manner
• not damage, steal or misuse property belonging to, or in the possession of the BHAS Bowling Club
• not use offensive language or gestures
• not provide false or misleading information in response to a request for information that is made for official purposes in connection with the BHAS Bowling Club
• not use illicit drugs
• at all times behave in a way that upholds the good reputation of the BHAS Bowling Club

Breaches of the Code of Conduct – reporting and resolution

Breaches of the Code of Conduct are to be reported to any member of the Executive Management Committee.

Any breach of the Code of Conduct will be resolved calmly, with honesty, dignity and as far as possible confidentiality will be maintained.

Where and when required the BHAS Bowling Club, through its Executive Management Committee, reserves the right to make decisions and enforce fair and appropriate measures to resolve a breach of the Code of Conduct.

Any reported breach of the Code of Conduct will be investiagted, discussed and dealt with by the Executive Management Committee by imposing either a reprimand, suspension or revoking of club membership, or in the case of non-club members, banning from the club for a set period of time or for life.

Any breach of State or Commonwealth law shall be referred to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

Etiquette

The sport of lawn bowls has always been seen as a game for Gentlemen.
It has a long tradition and our club is a leader in the game both on and off the green.
Bowls is supposed to be played in the spirit of co-operation at all times and fortunately it is rare that this doesn’t happen.

Treat other bowlers and members as you feel you should be treated.

A list of basic etiquettes of bowls is on the club noticeboard.

This House Policy represents a commitment by licensed Clubs in South Australia to promote the responsible service of alcohol and to provide a safe and enjoyable venue for all patrons.
The following will apply to licensed Clubs and patrons in order to support the House Policy.

1. The Club will –

• Serve liquor to patrons in a responsible manner
• Promote the moderate consumption of alcohol by patrons
• Actively discourage the excessive or rapid consumption of alcohol
• Where appropriate encourage patrons to consume low-alcohol or non-alcoholic drinks
• Make cool drinking water available free of charge
• Actively promote the consumption of food while consuming alcohol
• Take reasonable steps to reduce the likelihood of drink spiking
• Actively discourage drinking and driving
• Where appropriate assist patrons with safe transport options
• Where necessary exercise its power to bar patrons from the licensed premises
• Comply with its obligations and responsibilities under the Liquor Licensing Act 1997 related regulations and codes of practice

2. The Club’s management and staff –

• Will be trained in the responsible service of alcohol and the Club’s Management Plan
• Will assist patrons with friendly and professional service
• Will not serve patrons to the point of intoxication
• Will not serve intoxicated patrons
• Will not serve or supply or supply liquor to any person under 18 years of age
• May ask for identification before serving liquor
• May require that minors and intoxicated, offensive or disorderly patrons leave the premises
• Will only accept these forms of identification before serving liquor
• Proof of Age card
• Current driver’s licence
• Passport
• Keypass identification card
  
Note: A student card is not an acceptable form of identification

3. The Club’s patrons are asked to –

• Enjoy and respect the service and facilities provided by the Club
• Consume alcohol responsibly and
• Leave the premises in a quiet and orderly manner

General Policy

The Executive Management Committee of the BHAS Bowling Club recognises its obligations to provide and maintain so far as is reasonably practicable a safe working environment, safe systems of work, equipment and materials in a safe condition, to protect employees, Club members and visitors against risk to health and safety.

It is the policy therefore of this Club to make every reasonable effort to meet the needs of accident prevention, injury prevention and the promotion of the health, safety and welfare of all employees, club members and visitors to the Club.

All persons in the Club are expected to take all practical measures to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.

Executive Management Committee

The Executive Management Committee will:

• Undertake to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, Club members and visitors
• Observe and enforce the relevant acts and regulations that apply to working conditions in the industry
• Provide information and training in the correct use of all equipment and materials being used in this business
• Be responsible for the safety, health and working conditions of all employees under their control
• Rectify and follow up action on all matters concerning health and safety with hazards as they are observed

Members, Associate Members, Visiting Players/Persons

• Will cooperate willingly in the objective of making this a healthy and safe workplace
• Required to observe and practice safe work methods
• To ensure that protective clothing and equipment is used as required and used correctly at all times
• To immediately make safe (if possible) and then report any unsafe work conditions or equipment to the management of the Club
• Ensure that they aren’t, by the consumption of alcolhol or a drug in such a sate to endanger their own safety at the Club or the safety of any other person at the Club

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