MODEL POLICY 3 : LOCKER ROOM
Mandatory Components A . Observable and Interruptible
Adult Participants must ensure that all One-on-One In-Program Contact with Minor Athlete ( s ) in a locker room , changing area , or similar space where Minor Athlete ( s ) are present is Observable and Interruptible , except if :
1 . A Dual Relationship exists ; or 2 . The Close-in-Age Exception applies .
B . Conduct in Locker Rooms , Changing Areas , and Similar Spaces
1 . No Adult Participant or Minor Athlete can use the photographic or recording capabilities of any device in locker rooms , changing areas , or any other area designated as a place for changing clothes or undressing .
2 . Adult Participants must not change clothes or behave in a manner that intentionally or recklessly exposes their breasts , buttocks , groins , or genitals to a Minor Athlete .
3 . Adult Participants must not shower with Minor Athletes .
4 . Parents / guardians may request in writing that their Minor Athlete ( s ) not change in the vicinity of an Adult Participant ( s ) during In-Program Contact .
a . The Member Club and the Adult Participant ( s ) must abide by this request .
C . Availability and Monitoring of Locker Rooms , Changing Areas , and Similar Spaces
1 . The Member Club must provide a private or semi-private place for Minor Athletes that need to change clothes or undress at facilities under the USASF ’ s Jurisdiction .
2 . The Member Club must monitor , with random sweeps , the use of locker rooms , changing areas , and similar spaces to ensure compliance with this policy at facilities under the USASF ’ s Jurisdiction .
Recommended Components ( non-reportable offenses ) 1 . Member Clubs should post locker room policies specific to their facility .
2 . Member Clubs are encouraged to post rules related to Athlete behavior in the locker room to minimize Bullying and Harassment .
USASF CODE OF CONDUCT AND COMPLIANCE 2024-2025 SEASON
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