It is the policy of USA Hockey that it will not authorize or
sanction in its programs that it directly controls any volunteer or employee
who has routine access to children (anyone under age of majority) who refuses
to consent to be screened by USA Hockey before he/she is allowed to have routine
access to children in USA Hockey's programs. Further, it is the policy of USA
Hockey that it will require its affiliates to adopt this policy as condition
of its affiliation with USA Hockey.
A person
may be disqualified and prohibited from serving as an employee or volunteer
of USA Hockey if the person has:
Been convicted (including crimes
the record of which has been expunged and pleas of "no contest")
of a crime of child abuse, sexual abuse of a minor, physical abuse,
causing a child's death, neglect of a child, murder, manslaughter, felony
assault, any assault against a minor, kidnapping, arson, criminal sexual
conduct, prostitution related crimes, or controlled substance crimes.
Being adjudged liable for civil penalties
or damages involving sexual or physical abuse of children.
Being subject to any court order involving
any sexual abuse or physical abuse of a minor, including but not limited
to domestic order or protection.
Had their parental rights terminated.
A history with another organization
(volunteer, employment, etc.) of complaints of sexual or physical abuse
of minors.
Resigned, been terminated or been
asked to resign from a position, whether paid or unpaid due to complaint(s)
of sexual or physical abuse of minors.
Has a history of other behavior that
indicates they may be a danger to children in USA Hockey.
The Atlantic Amateur Hockey Association, an affiliate of USA Hockey, will screen
all coaches, referees and team managers that have the potential to come in contact
with our youth. The purpose of this program is to promote health, safety and
protection of the children in the game of ice hockey.
Atlantic Amateur Hockey Association will not authorize or sanction in any of
its programs that it directly controls any volunteer or employee who has routine
access to children (anyone under the age of majority), who refuses to consent
to be screened by AAHA, prior being issued acceptance/approval for routine access
to the children who take part in AAHA programs.
