New training module drives respect in motorsport

Thursday 16 October, 2025

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Motorsport Australia is pleased to announce the launch of Driving Respect, a new learning module to help build a safe and respectful environment for the entire motorsport community.

The Driving Respect online training module is now available for all officials to complete.

Step-by-step guide to access Driving Respect

Step 1: Log in to the Motorsport Australia Member Portal
Step 2: Select ‘Training’
Step 3: Select ‘Courses’
Step 4: Select ‘Officials’
Step 5: Select ‘Driving Respect with Motorsport Australia’
Step 6: Select ‘Enrol me’
Step 7: Complete the course

The two-part module has a focus on modelling a commitment to positive change and taking action to create that change.

Motorsport Australia Officials Manager Aidan Siegel welcomed the new behavioural training, stating that the practical framework will help to help build an environment of respect and inclusiveness.

“As Motorsport Australia’s officials community grows, in particular with the younger demographic, it is critical to ensure the work environment for the volunteer community is safe, inclusive and the best it can possibly be.” Siegel said.

“Motorsport Australia’s volunteer officials are essential for the safe, fair and fun conduct of every event and this training will help their individual development and that of the entire sport.”

Topics include understanding the legal framework around unacceptable behaviours in motorsport, identifying psychosocial hazards, and understanding where the duty of care rests whether you’re trackside or beyond.

The training explores sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and intimidation, hazing and exclusion, and inappropriate communications, using real-world scenarios to help participants understand the role of bystander intervention and the importance of proactive action.

The training is available for all Motorsport Australia officials and forms part of a larger skills development toolkit available for volunteer officials that not only trains individuals how to respond to an array of situations, but also how to build a culture of respect where everyone plays a part in the sport we all love.

Motorsport Australia has clear and safe pathways for reporting unacceptable behaviour.

Anyone – competitors, volunteers, officials, or witnesses – can raise a concern, whether you experience it or observe it.

Motorsport Australia:

Integrity team: integrity@motorsport.org.au