Student Code of Conduct

Purpose

Full Tilt Training Solutions (FTTS) is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students, staff, contractors and visitors.

This Student Code of Conduct outlines the standards of behaviour expected from all students participating in training and assessment activities conducted by FTTS.

The Code of Conduct applies to:

• Face-to-face training
• Workplace-based training and assessment
• Online and virtual learning environments
• Student interactions with FTTS staff and representatives
• Activities undertaken on behalf of FTTS

Student Rights

Students have the right to:

• Be treated with dignity, fairness and respect
• Learn in a safe and supportive environment
• Access training and assessment services free from discrimination, harassment and bullying
• Receive clear and accurate information
• Access support services where available
• Have personal information handled confidentially
• Raise concerns, complaints or appeals without fear of disadvantage
• Receive fair and valid assessment

Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to:

• Behave professionally and respectfully
• Follow lawful and reasonable directions from FTTS staff
• Participate actively in learning and assessment activities
• Maintain appropriate standards of behaviour
• Respect the rights of others
• Follow workplace health and safety requirements
• Protect FTTS property and resources
• Act honestly and ethically
• Comply with FTTS policies and procedures

Safe and Healthy Learning Environment

FTTS is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.

Students must:

• Follow all Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements
• Comply with safety instructions provided by trainers and assessors
• Use equipment safely and responsibly
• Report hazards, incidents and injuries immediately
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Conduct themselves in a manner that does not place themselves or others at risk

Students who pose a safety risk may be removed from training activities until the risk can be appropriately managed.

Alcohol, Drugs and Impairment

FTTS maintains a zero-tolerance approach to illegal drugs and impairment during training activities.

Students must not:

• Attend training while affected by alcohol or illegal drugs
• Possess, distribute or use illegal drugs during training
• Attend training while impaired by prescription medication where safety may be affected

Students taking prescribed medication that may affect their ability to safely participate in training should notify FTTS prior to attending training.

FTTS reserves the right to remove any student from training activities where safety concerns exist. Serious breaches may result in disciplinary action and referral to relevant authorities.

Respectful Behaviour

Students must treat all persons with respect and professionalism. This includes:

• Trainers and assessors
• Administrative staff
• Other students
• Employers and workplace personnel
• Visitors and contractors

Students are expected to:

• Be courteous and cooperative
• Listen respectfully to differing viewpoints
• Use appropriate language
• Respect cultural diversity
• Respect personal boundaries

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

FTTS values diversity and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation are not tolerated.

Students must respect others regardless of:

• Age
• Gender
• Disability
• Race
• Ethnicity
• Religion
• Sexual orientation
• Cultural background
• Marital status
• Socio-economic background

Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Harassment

The following behaviours are unacceptable:

• Bullying
• Intimidation
• Threatening behaviour
• Physical aggression
• Verbal abuse
• Sexual harassment
• Stalking
• Online harassment
• Offensive or inappropriate communications

Any such behaviour may result in immediate disciplinary action.

Academic Integrity

Students must complete all assessment work honestly and ethically.

Academic misconduct includes:

• Plagiarism
• Collusion
• Contract cheating
• Falsification of evidence
• Submitting another person’s work
• Providing false information
• Misrepresentation of workplace evidence

Students found engaging in academic misconduct may:

• Be required to resubmit assessments
• Receive a Not Yet Competent outcome
• Be subject to disciplinary action
• Have enrolment suspended or cancelled

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

Students may only use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools where authorised by FTTS or where assessment instructions permit their use.

Students remain responsible for ensuring that all submitted work:

• Is their own
• Is accurate
• Meets assessment requirements
• Correctly acknowledges sources where applicable

Undisclosed or inappropriate use of AI tools may constitute academic misconduct.

Online Learning and Digital Conduct

Students participating in online learning must:

• Use technology respectfully
• Maintain professional behaviour during online sessions
• Refrain from disruptive behaviour
• Protect passwords and account information
• Respect the privacy of other participants

Students must not:

• Record classes without permission
• Share confidential information
• Post offensive content
• Use FTTS systems for unlawful purposes

Dress Code

Students are expected to present themselves appropriately for the training environment.

Students must:

• Wear suitable clothing and enclosed footwear
• Comply with PPE requirements
• Dress appropriately for workplace and industry standards
• Maintain appropriate personal hygiene

For practical training activities students may be required to wear:

• Steel capped boots
• High visibility clothing
• Long trousers
• Additional PPE as specified

Students who fail to meet safety-related dress requirements may be excluded from practical activities.

Protection of Property and Resources

Students must:

• Use FTTS facilities appropriately
• Care for training equipment and resources
• Report damaged equipment
• Respect the property of others

The following are prohibited:

• Theft
• Deliberate damage
• Vandalism
• Unauthorised use of equipment

Unacceptable Conduct

Examples of unacceptable conduct include:

• Physical violence or threatening behaviour
• Bullying or harassment
• Discrimination
• Possession of weapons
• Drug or alcohol misuse
• Property damage or vandalism
• Academic misconduct or fraudulent activity
• Serious breaches of safety requirements
• Unauthorised recording of training activities
• Breaches of privacy or confidentiality

Breaches of the Code of Conduct

Where a breach occurs, FTTS may take action including:

• Verbal warning
• Written warning
• Behaviour management plan
• Suspension from training
• Removal from training activities
• Cancellation of enrolment
• Referral to external authorities where appropriate

Any action taken will be proportionate to the seriousness of the behaviour.

Procedural Fairness

Before disciplinary action is taken, FTTS will:

• Inform the student of the alleged breach
• Provide the student with an opportunity to respond
• Consider all relevant information
• Make decisions free from bias
• Advise the student of the outcome in writing

Students may access the FTTS Complaints and Appeals process if they disagree with a disciplinary decision.

Acknowledgement

By enrolling with Full Tilt Training Solutions, students agree to comply with this Student Code of Conduct and all related FTTS policies and procedures.