Safety, Etiquette & Resources ✅
Play fair, stay safe, and be the parent every ref wishes was on every touchline! 😄
FA Respect Code
The golden rules of grassroots football
Away Day Etiquette
How to be a top-class away supporter
Weather Safety
Playing in extreme conditions
First Aid & Concussion
Essential safety knowledge
Anti-Discrimination in Football 🤝
Creating an inclusive matchday for everyone
Travel Safety for Away Days 🚗
Getting there and back safely
Photography & Filming at Grassroots 📸
Consent, policies, and what's allowed
Online Safety for Young Footballers 🌐
WhatsApp groups, social media, gaming, and reporting
Pitch Inspection Guide 🔍
Is the pitch safe to play on?
Digital Safety & Social Media 📱
Staying safe online in grassroots football
📞 Emergency Contacts
Emergency Services
999
Life-threatening emergencies
NHS Non-Emergency
111
Medical advice, non-emergency
FA Safeguarding
0800 169 1863
Welfare concerns
NSPCC Helpline
0808 800 5000
Child protection
Safety Calendar & Key Dates 🗓️
Important renewals, campaigns, and reminders
Pitch Inspection Guide 🟩
How to check a pitch is safe before play
Goalpost Safety Guide 🥅
How to anchor goalposts safely — a critical responsibility
Digital Safety & Social Media 📱
WhatsApp groups, safeguarding online, and photo consent
Shin Pads & Protective Gear 🦵
What's compulsory, what's recommended, and what's not allowed
🔗 Essential Links
Trusted external resources for grassroots football