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Our Commitment to Safety & Governance

RDAQ is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, transparency and accountability in everything we do. As a registered charity and member of the Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia (RDAA), we follow national legislation and accreditation standards alongside our own state-based policies. These policies and procedures ensure safe, inclusive programs for participants, fair support for volunteers, and responsible governance across all centres. Documents are reviewed regularly to reflect current legislation and the evolving needs of our community. This page provides access to key legislation, policies, guidelines and resources that guide our work and uphold the integrity of RDAQ.

Legislation

RDAQ is bound by Queensland and national legislation for not-for-profits and charities, including:

• Associations Incorporation Act 1981 (Amended 2021)
• Financial and Performance Management Standards 2019

National Guidelines & Standards

As part of RDAA, RDAQ adheres to national protocols and standards:

• National Horse Welfare Protocol
• Australian Human Rights Commission COVID-19 Guidelines (2020)
• Guide to Work Health and Safety for Volunteers
• COVID-19 Safety Information for Disability Support Providers and Workers

National Integrity Framework

In June 2022, RDAA adopted Sport Integrity Australia’s National Integrity Framework, a significant step toward ensuring a safer and more inclusive environment. All RDAQ participants, staff and volunteers are bound by these policies, which cover safeguarding children, member protection, drugs and medicines, competition integrity and complaint handling.

Framework Policies (2022):

• National Integrity Framework
• Member Protection Policy
• Child Safeguarding Policy
• Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine Policy
• Complaints, Disputes and Discipline Policy
• Competition Manipulation and Sports Wagering Policy

Complaints under this framework are handled independently by Sport Integrity Australia.

RDAA Policies

RDAQ and its member centres must comply with the national policies set by RDAA, including:

• Volunteer Code of Practice Policy (2020)
• Sun Smart Policy (2018)
• Anti-Doping Policy (2015)
• Centre Accreditation Policy
• Horse Accreditation Checklist (2015)
  

RDAQ Specific Policies & Statements

In addition to RDAA policies, RDAQ has its own specific documents, reviewed annually:

• Rules of Association (Constitution)
• Organisation Structure (2021)
• Board Member Position Statement
• Strategic Plan (2022–2025)
• Vaccination Position Statement (1.0)
• Appendix A: RDAA COVID-19 Vaccinations (2021)