MODEL POLICY 3 :
LOCKER ROOM
MANDATORY COMPONENTS Observable and Interruptible
Adult Participants must ensure that all One-on-One In-Club 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 : A . A Dual Relationship exists ; or B . The Close-in-Age Exception applies .
Conduct in Locker Rooms , Changing Areas and Similar Spaces
A . 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 .
B . Adult Participants must not change clothes or behave in a manner that intentionally or recklessly exposes their breasts , buttocks , groin or genitals to a Minor Athlete . C . Adult Participants must not shower with Minor Athletes . D . Parents / guardians may request in writing that their Minor Athlete ( s ) not change in the vicinity of an Adult Participant ( s ) during In- Club Contact . 1 . The Member Club and the Adult Participant ( s ) must abide by this request .
Availability and Monitoring of Locker Rooms , Changing Areas and Similar Spaces
A . The Member Club must provide a private or semi-private place for Minor Athletes who need to change clothes or undress at facilities under the USASF ’ s Jurisdiction .
B . 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 ) |
A . |
Member Clubs should post locker room policies specific to their facility . |
B . |
Member Clubs are encouraged to post rules related to Athlete behavior in the locker room to minimize Bullying and harassment . |
USASF CODE OF CONDUCT & COMPLIANCE | 2022-23 MEMBERSHIP SEASON 21