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Vic


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 This was posted by a member on another forum, put out by Family Parks, and is worth repeating here;

In Tribal Drum [Family Parks] news letter.

Consider others at all times
Observe the rules of caravan park, recreational areas, National park and forestry areas.
Demonstrate a responsible attitude towards road safety.
Exercise extreme caution with fire:-
- Light campfires only in designated areas; never leave unattended; extinguish thoroughly.
- Ensure cigarettes and matches are thoroughly extinguished.
- Keep fire away from LP gas bottles.
- Extinguish pilot light flames when refuelling and travelling.

Offer help and the hand of friendship whenever possible because:-
Friendliness is catching.

Ensure permission is obtained to park on private property when other facilities are not available.
Travel with care:-
- Pull off the road periodically to allow other cars to pass.
- Drive in the left hand lane except when passing and allow extra room when overtaking.
- Be familiar with all traffic regulations, particularly those relating to recreational vehicles.
- When travelling in convoy, leave enough room for other vehicles to pass one van at a time.
- Check rear vision mirrors frequently.
- Keep within the legal towing speed limit.
Have fun when entertaining, but remember others nearby may be having an early night.
Instill good caravanning habits in younger family members.
Care for the environment:-
- Protect trees, shrubs and other natural beauty.
- Take litter home when no receptacles are available.
- Dispose of sewage and waste water in designated places only.
- Leave sites as clean or cleaner than they were found.
- Keep pets under control.
See that car and caravan are safe:-
- Ensure correct weight distribution of tow vehicle/caravan at all times.
- Regularly maintain tow vehicle and caravan.
- Use suitable rear vision mirrors and towing aids.
- When travelling, carry out daily P.O.W.E.R. check, ie Petrol, Oil, Water, Electrics, Rubber
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Good rules of thumb Vic.  I know pretty well all of us do those things as a matter of course.   Pity there are those out there that think they don't apply to them.



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Very good reminder of rules we should all follow, doesn't hurt to be reminded every so often. Some come to mind automatically, others Oh yes, hadn't thought of that.

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Love it. Rules for us.
But more to the point, what about Rules for park staff and management for our comfort and benefit.
Cheers, Ojohn.



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Good point OJ.  Some of them could really do with some people skills.



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Yep, I second that !

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Hi Ace Pop Top Campervan & A'Van A'Lite Camper Trailer.....

Khalil Gibran says "We tarry forward - not backward".

Spread the laughter
Share the cheer
Let's be happy
While we're here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Ditto...need some rules



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i third that marj

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Perfect! I hope it catches on.
This park is very big and fairly quiet, except for the road trains and traffic which drives past and into the roadhouse next door.
Yeah, really quiet.
This park allows dogs, and insist on the usual rules. Of course there's always that one who doesn't believe it's their responsibility to pick up the barker's nests.
The park even provided FREE bags for doggy doo.
It only takes one to stuff it up for everyone else. I'm not going to be that ONE.


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ozjohn wrote:

Love it. Rules for us.
But more to the point, what about Rules for park staff and management for our comfort and benefit.
Cheers, Ojohn.

Very interesting comment that opens the door for the obvious.

Ozjohn, maybe you could enlighten us as to the Code of Ethics for patrons you required of your Park owners/managers/staff to be a member of your OzPark Chain of parks.

By your comment above re the Family Parks Chain it would seem OzParks must have/had some guidelines at least.

I am sure many GNs would be interested to hear from that side of the fence.



-- Edited by Ron and Shirley on Friday 29th of July 2011 10:31:06 PM

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Ron and Shirley,

As you know I'm now retired, but all the chains have a Code of Ethics that their member parks should adhere to. Albeit with mixed results.
But only the Family Parks Chain have published a Code of Ethics for vanners.

While I agree with the sentiments expressed, it's not their position to tell us how we should behave towards one another.

We are expected of coarse to abide by the Rules of any park we visit.
Cheers, Ozjohn.

PS> Each Oz Park is expected to have in place Standard Operating Preceedures (Code of Ethics is you wish) as well as abide by the following operating proceedures as per their operators manual.
A couple of points have been omitted for corporate governance.

     ·        A commitment to success.

·        To continually build the chain and increase our profile.

·        To greet our guests in a friendly and courteous manner.

·        To provide our guests with spotlessly clean amenities. 

          at a competitive price.

·        To offer assistance when and where required.

 ·        To sign up as many Club Members as possible.

            ·       Never to deride other caravan parks
              or caravan park chains.
  

    ·       To continually improve all areas of your park, including quality of amenities, service and cleanliness.

 

 



-- Edited by ozjohn on Friday 29th of July 2011 11:02:50 PM



-- Edited by ozjohn on Friday 29th of July 2011 11:08:44 PM



-- Edited by ozjohn on Friday 29th of July 2011 11:10:22 PM

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Great code .. I'll hang on to a copy.  

 

Wouldn't it be great if all vanners adhered to this code.



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This is another link posted elsewhere that shows this code on there, probably where it was obtained from;

http://www.caravanqld.com.au/rv-tips/code-of-ethics.aspx

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Hi Ace Pop Top Campervan & A'Van A'Lite Camper Trailer.....

Khalil Gibran says "We tarry forward - not backward".

Spread the laughter
Share the cheer
Let's be happy
While we're here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Ron and Shirley


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Thanks for the informative reply Ozjohn.

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