Alcohol & Substance Abuse Prevention

Alcohol & Substance Abuse Prevention

Aim of the ASAP Programme –

• To reduce the harm caused by alcohol and drugs throughout the Association

Educate

Raise awareness of what can be done at local level

Develop a policy to prevent and to respond to incidents

Review procedures

Support club and it’s members

ASAP Structure

ASAP Club Officer

Contact person for programme within the Club

Attend seminars / training as required

Oversee the development of a Club Policy

Organise education sessions if required

• ASAP Officer

• Club Policy

• Local Agencies

• Drug Information

• www.gaa.ie/asap

• Club section

• Player messages

• Upcoming events

‘Club Matters’ DVD

1. Sporting Performance

2. Developing a Club Policy

3. Dealing with an alcohol

related situation

4. Dealing with a drug related

situation

Steps to a healthier club

1. Appoint an ASAP / Health officer (s)

2. Use resources to drive initiative

3. Develop a Club Policy

• Use policy template

• Review current practices

4. Organise awareness sessions as required

Supported by….

Section B – Duty of Care Committee member responsible for driving agenda

Evidence of events