SECTION I : MINOR ATHLETE ABUSE PREVENTION
SECTION I : MINOR ATHLETE ABUSE PREVENTION
Eligible for non-compliance disciplinary review by the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Response & Resolution Committee . Policy violations may also be referred to the Disciplinary or Non-Compliance Committee .
NOTIFICATION TO ALL MEMBERS
ITEM 1 : The U . S . All Star Federation will investigate all reported violations of the USASF SafeSport Code or any policies referenced in the USASF SafeSport Code . Anonymous reports are permitted . All reports will remain confidential to the extent permitted under applicable local , state and federal law . The USASF Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Response & Resolution Committee will investigate and may involve third party entities in the investigation at any time and without notification .
ITEM 2 : U . S . All Star Federation employees will follow all applicable mandated reporting laws .
ITEM 3 : Athletes on open teams that are 18 years or older are considered “ covered individuals ” or “ applicable adults ” in all Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies , the U . S . Center for SafeSport Code and the USASF SafeSport Code and should interact with minor teammates in a manner that is consistent with the established athlete protection measures and policies .
NOTIFICATION TO COACH MEMBERS
ITEM 1 : Regardless of your direct coaching relationship or absence of coaching relationship with a minor in the program , it is your membership obligation to not engage in relationships or interactions that are a violation of or inconsistent with the established athlete protection measures and policies .
ITEM 2 : Member Coaches who are also teammates interacting with minor athletes on the same team are expected to follow the established athlete protection measures and policies as if their only role was that of a coach .
INTRODUCTION
It is understood that the U . S . All Star Federation , as a governing authority , does not directly train athletes . The USASF , however , has Member Programs that train athletes and other members who have direct contact with athlete members . Similarly , the USASF Sanctions Events where athlete members come in contact with employees , contractors and / or volunteers that are associated with Event Producers or Affiliate Members . Therefore , the USASF requires all members to have policies in place to protect athletes . It is incumbent upon Event Producer Members , Affiliate Members and Program Owner Members to foster a safe environment by implementing policies and education to their employees and volunteers specific to Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention . Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention encompasses all areas of exposure and risk of misconduct and abuse .
ALL MEMBERS
1 . Become familiar with and follow all policies referenced in the USASF SafeSport Code .
2 . Implement the USASF required Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies as outlined in the USASF SafeSport Code . Failure to implement these policies may result in disciplinary review and possible disciplinary action : a . One-on-One Interactions b . Sexual Abuse & Prevention c . Electronic Communication d . Addressing Bullying e . Travel f . Billet | Housing g . Locker Rooms , Restrooms & Changing Rooms h . Athletic Performance Standards
3 . Comply with all applicable local , state and federal requirements , laws and / or codes as it pertains to working with and protecting youth .
4 . All members who invite the relationship between adults and minors have an obligation to minimize any risk of sexual exploitation . Therefore , all members must adhere to guidelines established through the Athletic Performance Standards including age appropriateness .
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