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C.) The posting of the Policy & Procedures for all
participants and their legal guardians to see, as well as
ensuring that you are meeting the standards set forth in the
posted policy.
The program will:
1. Post the Policy & Procedures for participants, their guardians, and
coaches to see.
2. Follow the policy as outlined, including hosting an annual
sexual abuse orientation meeting with all coaches, parents
and volunteers. Links for the items needed to conduct the
annual orientation meeting can be found online in the Member
Resource site. You will need:
a. Handout
b. PCA produced video: Protecting Youth Athletes From
Sexual Abuse: Parents And Coaches
D.) The following of the Mandated Reporter Laws of your
state:
A “Mandated Reporter” is someone required by law to report if they
suspect or know that child abuse is occurring. Each state has its own
legal requirements and agencies for reporting. It is the responsibility
of the Program Administrator and/or owner to:
1. Know the laws that are specifi c for their state.
2. Post the legal requirements and specifi c reporting procedures for
their state for all coaches and adult staff to reference.
3. Conduct an annual staff meeting that includes training on the
legal requirements and reporting procedures for their state.