Penalties will be issued once the breach has been confirmed through an appropriate assessment process by the relevant State Sporting Association or club.

The following behaviours are considered breaches of the Code:

1. Violent or abusive behaviour towards another person.
2. Vilification of any kind towards another person.
3. Discrimination against another person based on their age, gender or sexual orientation.
4. Discrimination against another person based on their race, culture, religion or any other irrelevant personal characteristic.
5. Sexual harassment or intimidation of another person.
6. Victimisation of another person for exercising their rights through the Code of Conduct.
7. Failure to maintain a safe environment.