Transcript Safe Haven Certification

AYSO’s Safe Haven
Workshop 602
Course Credit
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Introduction
Every child participating in an AYSO
soccer program has a right to a safe, fun,
fair and positive environment for
experiencing the benefits of youth sports.
What is Safe Haven?
• AYSO’s program to address the
growing need for Child and Volunteer
Protection in youth sports.
• Creates a safe, fair, fun, family friendly
environment - “safe haven” - for all.
Creating a Safe Haven
The Safe Haven program supports the
creation of a “safe haven” for all participants
by:
Registering and Screening all Volunteers
Requiring Training and Certification
Providing Child and Volunteer Protection
Guidelines
Promoting Safety and Injury Prevention
Course Overview
• Vision of AYSO
• Creating a Safe Haven
– Volunteer Requirements
– Training and Certification
– Child and Volunteer Protection
– Safety and Injury Prevention
• Volunteering in AYSO
Why AYSO?
The Vision of AYSO is to provide
world class youth soccer programs
that enrich children’s lives.
What makes AYSO unique?
The philosophy of the organization is to
educate and develop young people by
encouraging their interest and participation
in soccer through our six philosophies:
Everyone Plays
Our goal is for kids to play soccer – so we
mandate that every player on every team
must play at least half of every game.
Everyone Plays
This includes our VIP-Very Important
Players
Balanced Teams
Each year we form new teams as evenly
as possible – because it is fair and more
fun when teams of equal ability play.
Open Registration
Our program is open to all children who want
to register and play soccer. Interest and
enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing.
Positive Coaching
Encouragement of player effort provides for
greater enjoyment by the players and
ultimately leads to better-skilled and bettermotivated players.
Good Sportsmanship
We strive to create a safe, fair, fun and
positive environment based on mutual respect,
rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our
goal is to instill good sportsmanship in every
facet of AYSO.
Good Sportsmanship
AYSO’s Kids Zone program is one of the
first of its kind to promote good
sportsmanship and appropriate sideline
behavior. Every AYSO venue is a Kids Zone!
Player Development
We believe that all players should be able to
develop their soccer skills and knowledge to the
best of their abilities, both individually and as a
member of a team, in order to maximize their
enjoyment of the game.
Player Development
AYSO provides a number of programs that
support player development including EXTRA
and AYSO Soccer Camps.
Volunteer Philosophies?
AYSO’s philosophies apply to volunteers too!
About AYSO
AYSO’s governing documents support the
vision and philosophies and are found in the
AYSO Reference Book:
– National Bylaws
• Organizational structure & governance
– Rules and Regulations
• Conduct of AYSO Games
– National Policy Statements
• AYSO Policy
– Standard Regional Guidelines
• Regional Responsibilities
About AYSO
The rules or “laws” of soccer
are governed by FIFA –
Federation Internationale de
Football Association.
AYSO games are conducted in
accordance with the current
edition of the FIFA Laws of the
Game – with approved AYSO
exceptions.
Quiz
Which of the following is NOT one of the
core AYSO philosophies?
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Balanced Teams
Open Registration
Paid Coaching
Everyone Plays
Player Development
Volunteer Protection
Congress passed the Volunteer
Protection Act in 1997 to promote
volunteerism and grant immunity from
certain liabilities for volunteers who
meet its requirements.
Volunteer Requirements
For protection under the Volunteer Protection
Act and applicable laws, AYSO requires all
volunteers to:
– Sign and submit a Volunteer Application every year,
– Be authorized to do their job,
– Act within the scope of their Job Descriptions and
AYSO’s policies, procedures and guidelines,
– Complete Safe Haven Training and
– Be properly trained in their jobs.
Volunteer Screening
AYSO, like many youth organizations
today, asks adult volunteers to submit
character references and agree to
background checks in order to protect
players, volunteers and Region resources.
Volunteer Screening
“Youth sports treasurer accused of
embezzlement; Corona man has been charged
with embezzling $100,000 from a youth sports
program that receives money from the city.”
“Montgomery County police arrested a longtime
soccer coach on Thursday and charged him with
inappropriate contact with a juvenile six months
ago.”
“South Dakota (Soccer) — A 42 year-old adult
man strikes the soccer referee, who happened
to also be the town’s mayor, during a match
between 11-year-old girls. The coach was
Volunteer Screening
• The Volunteer Application contains the consent
agreement for background investigations.
• AYSO’s National Background Check Policy
is used to determine whether an adult volunteer
is eligible to hold AYSO positions.
• Safe Haven procedures and eAYSO
technologies protect personal identification
information, privacy and confidentiality. See
www.ayso.org.
Youth Volunteers
• Under the age of majority, must complete a
Youth Volunteer Application every year.
• Should abide by the same protection
guidelines when in the company of younger
players or VIP participants.
• Should be protected by the
same protection policies as
players.
Youth Volunteers
• May hold: Youth Referee, Youth Team
Assistant, Youth VIP Buddy or other
Youth Volunteer positions which are
supervised by adults.
• May not be a Team Coach, Assistant
Coach or Regional Board Member and
may never be in a position of supervising
players or managing a game from the
coach’s area.
• National Policy Statement 2.15.
Training and Certification
Training and Certification is the only way to
ensure the fulfillment of the AYSO vision and
the protection of Volunteers and Players.
Training and Certification
Training provides job position and standard
specific training such as U-6 Coach,
Intermediate Referee or Registrar training.
Certification requires competency in the
assigned position (job training), Child and
Volunteer Protection (Safe Haven training) and
AYSO Policies and Guidelines.
Continuing Education includes training to
improve skills like Principles of Play, Dispute
Resolution and Problems Outside the Touchline.
Training and Certification
• All Coaches, Referees and Board Members
are required to be trained and certified.
• Practices and Games are NOT permitted
without an AYSO trained and certified Team
Coach.
• Official games are NOT permitted without an
AYSO trained and certified Referee for the U8 division and above.
Training and Certification
Regions must have the 7 required Board
Positions and the volunteers serving in these
positions, must be trained and certified:
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Regional Commissioner,
Coach Administrator,
Referee Administrator,
Treasurer,
Registrar,
Safety Director and
Child and Volunteer Protection Advocate (CVPA).
Quiz
Which of the following is not a requirement
of AYSO volunteers?
a) Completing and signing a Volunteer
Application every year.
b) Fulfilling a continuing education requirement.
c) Consenting to background investigations.
d) Completing job training.
Child Protection
The Child Protection Acts (1993,1997)
enabled screening of volunteers who work
with children and mandated reporting of
suspected child abuse.
Child Abuse is Against the Law
• AYSO is a mandated reporter of
suspected abuse in many states – there
are legal reporting standards.
• In almost all states, legislation asks any
adult who suspects abuse to file a claim.
• In order to promote a safe haven, AYSO
prohibits abusive behaviors beyond the
legal reporting standards.
Reporting Abuse
Reporting is generally required when a
child is:
– physically injured by other than accidental
means, subjected to willful cruelty or
unjustifiable punishment, or sexually
abused or exploited.
– neglected by a parent or caretaker who
fails to provide adequate food, clothing,
shelter, medical care or supervision.
Types of Abuse
• Psychologists, legislators, educators and
AYSO recognize five types of abuse.
• It is important to understand the types of
abusive behaviors in order to ensure their
prevention.
• Child abuse crosses all socioeconomic,
ethnic, cultural, occupational, religious and
age groups.
• Recognize that abuses can occur between
players.
Emotional Abuse
The most common: attacking the
emotional well being and stability of an
individual.
Emotional Abuse
• Legally required to report suspected abuses
visibly affecting the emotional stability of the
child.
• Abusive behaviors not allowed in AYSO
include making comments about the size,
inability or appearance of a player in front of
others. Jokes, even in fun, can be
emotionally abusive.
• Social bullying, derogatory comments and
racial, ethnic or gender slurs must not be
tolerated.
Physical Abuse
The most obvious: harming the physical
well being of an individual.
Physical Abuse
• Legally required to report acts resulting in a
non-accidental physical injury to a child or
circumstances that create a substantial risk of
harm.
• Abusive behaviors not allowed in AYSO include
corporal punishment, punishing players by
making them run laps or denying water, bullying,
fighting.
• AYSO Policy 2.12 prohibits harassment, abuse,
assault and violence.
Neglect
Not always easy to identify: harming an
individual by abandoning, ignoring, or
rejecting basic needs.
Neglect
• Legally required to report the failure of a parent
or guardian to provide needed food, clothing,
shelter, medical care, or supervision.
• AYSO does not allow neglectful behavior
including never playing a below average player
more than half of every game or consistently
excluding a player from practice drills.
• Players should not be allowed to exclude
player(s) from team activities.
Sexual Abuse
Frequently hidden: harming an individual
through inappropriate sexual contact, lewd
behavior, or exploitation.
Sexual Abuse
• Legally required to report any form of sexual
abuse or exploitation.
• AYSO prohibits lewd comments, sexual
harassment or any inappropriate physical
contact.
• Minors must be supervised to prevent minor-onminor abuse. 20% of reported cases involve
minors.
• Contact Safe Haven asap. 1-800-USA-AYSO.
Ethical Abuse
The newest identified form of abuse: harming an
individual by convincing him/her to commit an act that
is against his/her physical, moral, or ethical interests.
Ethical Abuse
• Abusive behaviors not allowed include asking
a player to “take down” an opposing player or
faking an injury.
• Adults should refrain from asking children to
keep “secrets” from parents.
Suspecting Abuse
• If abuse is suspected, notify your CVPA and the
National Safe Haven Office. 1-800-USA-AYSO.
• If the abuse is considered life threatening,
contact local law enforcement immediately.
• Remember reporting is a means of helping; let
professional agencies investigate. Do not
confront alleged abuser.
• Youth volunteers should be encouraged to
inform an adult if told a “secret” about abuse.
Preventing Abuse
• Screening who volunteers in the AYSO program
is just the first step.
• Training volunteers to recognize abuse and
abusive behavior is necessary to report, stop it.
• It would all be meaningless unless policies and
guidelines are used to prevent opportunities for
abuse to occur.
• Experts agree that is important to foster positive
self-images, a safe environment and the
courage in our players to speak up.
What if?
• A player confides to a coach that someone is
abusing him/her.
• A parent is screaming at his/her child on the
field and strikes the child.
• Players are bullying one of their teammates.
• At the end of practice, players scatter around
the field while waiting for their parents, some
out of sight.
Protection Guidelines
Safe Haven’s Child and Volunteer
Protection Guidelines are designed to
protect children from abuse and volunteers
from misunderstandings and false
accusations.
Supervision Protocols
AYSO requires the following Supervision:
• At least two registered adults present at all times.
• One adult for every eight or fewer children.
• At least one adult of the same gender as players.
• Adults should never be alone with a child other than
their own.
Supervision Protocols
Team Coaches are responsible for all
players until they are picked up or
leave the area as authorized.
Parents must not “drop” players off at
fields without contact with coaches.
No child shall be left unsupervised
after a game or practice.
The AYSO “Buddy” system must have
at least 3 players.
Supervision Protocols
AYSO does not recommend that children walk
or ride a bicycle home alone. However, when
allowed, the Coach should secure a release
form from the parent/guardian to ensure their
approval.
Protection Guidelines
In order to prevent misunderstandings,
physical contact with children should be:
– In response to the need of the child only
– With the child’s permission
– Respectful of any hesitation
– Careful to avoid private parts
– In the open, never in private
– Brief in duration
– Age and developmentally appropriate
Protection Guidelines
• Adults should avoid being alone with any child
other than their own, including transporting a child
in a car.
• When it is necessary to speak privately with a
child, select a spot out of earshot but within sight
of others.
• No sexual jokes, comments, corporal punishment.
• Set boundaries; Maintain privacy.
• Respect the privacy of children.
• Hug from the side.
Protection Guidelines
Social Media & Electronic Communications
• Volunteers must maintain transparency and not
engage in private electronic messages or
conversations with minors.
• Messages should be conveyed through parents or in
the case of older players, copied to parents. This
includes emails, text messages, instant messaging
and postings on social networking sites.
• Protect the identity and privacy of children at all
times. Do not post names of players with pictures or
rosters on public pages.
Protection Guidelines
• It is illegal for minors to possess or use alcohol,
tobacco products or prescription-only drugs without
authority and may subject them to prosecution.
• Any adult who knowingly provides such substances
to a minor is subject to criminal prosecution.
• The Volunteer Protection Act does not protect adults
who violate alcohol, tobacco and drug law
Quiz
Which of the following is not true?
a) AYSO is a mandated reporter of abuse in most
states.
b) Adults should set and maintain appropriate
boundaries with children.
c) AYSO recommends that adults “friend” minors
on Facebook.
d) Social bullying is an example of abusive
behavior not tolerated in AYSO.
Play it Safe
It is the responsibility of all participants to
work together to minimize the risk of
injuries and to create a safe environment.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
• The primary role of all volunteers is one of
injury prevention and first aid, not
diagnosis or treatment of injuries.
• It is important for everyone to recognize
the symptoms of potentially serious
medical emergencies and to know when to
summon emergency medical
professionals.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
The following are a some of the most
critical emergency medical conditions:
• Bleeding
• Difficulty Breathing
• Choking
• Loss of Consciousness
• Heat-Related Illness
• Hypothermia
• Concussions
***Consult First Aid training for specific instructions.***
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Bleeding
• Can’t be stopped; call for medical assistance
asap.
• Apply pressure directly to bandage over the
wound with gloved hand. If bandages becomes
soaked, continue to add clean bandages on top.
• For extremities, apply pressure to brachial artery
inside upper arm between armpit and elbow or to
femoral artery located on crease between leg
and torso.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Bleeding
• Any player or official who is bleeding must leave
the field immediately and may not return until the
bleeding is stopped, the wound is cleaned and
covered.
• If there is blood on the uniform or clothing, the
individual may not return until that portion of
uniform is replaced or the blood is neutralized
with an antiseptic solution.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Bleeding
• Clean up a blood spill with absorbent paper
towels and flood spot with a solution of ¼ cup
bleach to a gallon of water.
• Dispose of any blood stained materials in a
biohazard container or tightly sealed plastic
bags, using gloves and disinfecting solutions.
• See appropriate local authority for disposal of
biohazards.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Difficulty Breathing
• If due to an allergic reaction, call 911 immediately.
• Try to calm individual, help to position of comfort.
• If a person is down from an injury to chest or
airway, do not move unless absolutely necessary.
• Do not place a pillow under head if lying down.
• If necessary, begin rescue breathing (CPR).
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Loss of Consciousness or Fainting
• For fainting, help person to lying down position.
Summon medical help if they do not regain
consciousness within a minute.
• If unconscious due to head, neck or spine injury,
do not move.
• Check airway, breathing, circulation. Start CPR if
necessary.
• Stay calm and wait for emergency help to arrive.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Heat-Related Illness
• There are 3 main types of Heat-Related Illness
(HRI):
– heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
• When the body cannot cool itself, the body
temperature can rise rapidly risking damage to
the brain and other vital organs.
• Anyone can experience HRI and untreated, HRI
can cause death.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Heat Cramps
• Several factors make someone susceptible to
HRI: previous HRI, hot weather, high humidity,
sunburn, dehydration, poor circulation, illness,
drugs and medications.
• Heat cramps are muscle pain or spasms in the
abdomen, arms or legs after strenuous activity.
• Sweating depletes the body of salt and moisture.
Low salt levels in muscles can cause the cramps.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Heat Exhaustion
• Symptoms may include headache, feeling faint
or dizzy, nausea, fatigue, heat cramps. Individual
feels cool, clammy and damp to touch.
• Move to cool area and shield from sun or heat. If
alert, give small sips of cool liquids.
• Loosen restrictive clothing, apply cool cloth to
skin or spray with cool water/mist. Immerse in
cool/ice water or apply ice to neck, armpit & groin
areas.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Heat Stroke
• Individual feels hot and dry to touch, may no
longer perspire.
• If body temperature rises above102 degrees,
fainting, confusion or seizures can occur.
• Summon professional medical help immediately
and follow procedures to cool the person rapidly.
• A medical clearance should be required before
returning to any type of exercise after HRI.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Hypothermia
• Does not require sub-zero temperatures.
• Can occur with high winds, rain, snowfall or
under-dressing for weather.
• Early signs include: shivering, bluish tinge to lips.
• Advanced symptoms include uncontrollable
shivering, weakness, loss of coordination,
slowed breathing or heart rate, and pale, blue,
cold skin.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Hypothermia
• Call 911 for advanced symptoms.
• Prevent further heat loss; seek shelter from wind
and cold.
• Gently change wet clothing and provide warmth
with blankets, cover head.
• Do not rub extremities. Apply warmth to core
body.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Concussions
• Concussions are serious brain injuries that can
cause death.
• Coaches and parents should watch for two
things among athletes:
– A forceful blow to the head or body that results
in rapid movement of the head
– Any change in the athlete’s behavior, thinking
or physical functioning.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Concussions
• Every parent and player
should review the Information
Sheet.
• Every Coach, Referee, Board
Member should take the
online concussion awareness
Training.
• Every Coach/Ref should
have the Action Plan.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Concussions
Symptoms
Signs
• Headache or pressure
• Forgets sports plays
• Nausea or vomiting
• Unsure of game, score, etc.
• Balance problems or
• Moves clumsily
dizziness
• Answers questions slowly
• Double or blurry vision
• Sensitivity to light or noise
• Loses consciousness
• Feeling sluggish, hazy, or
• Shows behavior or
groggy
personality changes
• Concentration/memory
• Can’t recall events
problems/Confusion
• Doesn’t feel right
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Concussions - Seek immediate medical attention for:
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One pupil larger than the other
Drowsiness or inability to wake up
A headache that gets worse and won’t go away
Weakness, numbness or decreased coordination
Repeated vomiting or nausea
Slurred speech
Convulsions or seizures
Unusual behavior, confusion, restlessness or agitation
Loss of consciousness
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
Concussions
• Any player observed to have a sign or symptom
of a concussion by the coach, referee or parent
must be removed from participation for at least
the remainder of the day.
• Inform parents of events, symptoms and encourage
seeking professional medical care and a medical
clearance before returning to play. May be required
by State Law.
• In all cases, complete an Incident Report Form.
Emergency Medical Conditions
Emergency Medical Conditions
All players must have a
signed Participation
Release Form after any
illness or injury requiring
medical treatment and a
Medical Release (when
required by state law for
concussions) in order to
return to play.
Emergency Medical Conditions
First Aid Kits
A basic first-aid kit should be available to each
team during all practices and games and should
include:
• Adhesive bandage strips (10 each)
• Adhesive bandage (3 large and 3 medium)
• Antiseptic wipes (5 each)
• Cotton balls or 2X2 gauze (10 each)
• Elastic wrap (2 each)
• First-aid cream
• Non-latex gloves (2 pair)
• Mouth rescue breather (1 each)
• Ice (lots of it) / Ice pack
Emergency Treatment Authorization
Emergency Authorization
• Coaches must have hand-signed Player
Registration Forms and any other required
emergency authorization form on hand at all
practices and games.
• Youth Volunteers must carry a signed copy of
their Youth Volunteer Application and any
additional required emergency authorization form
with them while conducting their AYSO volunteer
duties.
Quiz
A player suspected of having a concussion:
a) Must be removed from play and evaluated for
symptoms.
b) Should not be allowed to return to play if any
symptom(s) are present.
c) Should be encouraged to seek professional
medical care and medical release before
returning to play.
d) All of the above.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
AYSO officials have the responsibility to be aware
of environmental conditions that may pose
hazards to its participants. These conditions
include:
Hot Days
Cold Days
Lightning
Tornados
Wildfires
Local public announcements should take
precedence over general published safety
guidelines.
Hurricanes
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Hot Weather
• Temperatures/humidity rising above normal
increases risk of dehydration, heat
exhaustion or heat stroke.
• Allow more frequent water breaks and
substitutions;
• Remind participants of the importance of
sunscreen and consider adding shade via
tents.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Wildfires
• Follow recommendations of local officials
regarding safety and proximity to fire.
• Monitor air quality restrictions.
• Ash and particles in the air can cause
significant health and respiratory
problems.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Cold Weather
• Cold temperatures increase risk of
hypothermia, frostbite, and injury from
numbness.
• Rain, hail, snow, sleet can also cause field
conditions to deteriorate rapidly, increasing
risk of injury.
• Players should be permitted to wear
appropriate and safe clothing (extra
garments under the jersey/shorts, knit hats
and gloves, etc.).
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Tornados/Hurricanes
• Upon notification of a
tornado/hurricane/tsunami warning, all
activities should be cancelled until weather
and field conditions are safe.
• Hurricanes are usually tracked days in
advance. Cancel activities when hurricanes
are imminent.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Lightning
Lightning can strike as far as 10 miles from
where it is raining.
When thunder is heard it is within striking
distance – seek shelter immediately.
Restart games after no thunder has been
heard for 30 minutes or the ALL CLEAR
SIREN has been sounded.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Lightning
• Safer Areas
– Inside a substantial building (roof and four walls)
– Inside a fully enclosed metal vehicle with windows up
• Unsafe Areas
– Open areas like playing fields or parking lots.
– Picnic shelters, near concession stands, under trees.
– Near flagpoles, goals, metal bleachers, electric equipment.
• Open Area without shelter
– Avoid standing in groups; spread out to reduce risk.
– Avoid being the tallest object; Avoid lying on the ground.
– Crouch on feet, keep head low.
Environmental Hazzards
Environmental Hazards
Take a moment at the beginning of activities to assess
potential physical hazards which may include:
Goalposts,
Crossbars, nets.
Foreign Objects:
Broken glass, rocks, trash.
Walls, fences,
buildings near
practice/game fields
Sprinklers, Drainage
grates.
Seating Areas.
Gopher holes, divots
and bumps.
Goalposts
Goalpost Safety
• Goalpost accidents kill at least one child and injure
hundreds annually.
• Goals must be anchored, staked and counterweighted when in use. Without counter-weights,
any goalpost can be blown over by a gust of wind.
• Children should never be allowed to climb or play
on goalposts.
• When not in use, goalpost should be dismantled
and/or stored securely.
Quiz
When seeking shelter from lightning which
statement is not true:
a) It is safest inside a building with a roof and four
walls.
b) It is safer inside a metal vehicle with windows
up.
c) Avoid being the tallest object and seek shelter
under the tree.
d) When thunder is heard, lightning may strike.
AYSO Volunteers
AYSO Volunteers
What does it mean to be an AYSO Volunteer?
You are entrusted with the AYSO Vision
AYSO Role Models
AYSO Role Models
The messages we send by our behavior to
impressionable young players are so important.
Players emulate the behavior of
adults at sporting events and
develop long lasting attitudes and
values based on what they see.
Willing or not, we are role models
and we must do our best to set
proper examples.
Kids Zone
AYSO Kids Zone
Help make every game a kids zone!
Kids Zone guidelines encourage
appropriate sideline behavior – key
to promoting a fun, safe, familyfriendly environment.
Parents and Spectators pledge to
respect the tenets of Kids Zone.
Coaches, Referees, Parents and
Players abide by a Code of
Conduct.
Kids Zone
Kids Zone Sidelines
Spectators agree to respect the following rules:
• Kids are # 1
• Fun, not winning is everything
• Fans only cheer, only coaches coach
• No yelling in anger
• Respect the volunteer referees
• No swearing
• No alcohol, tobacco products, controlled substances
• No weapons
• Leave no trash behind
• Set a proper example of Good Sportsmanship
AYSO Role Models
AYSO Role Models
AYSO asks Volunteers to support the following
principles designed to provide children with the
maximum benefit from participating in youth sports.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Create an environment that enriches children’s
lives:
– Athletics should develop the whole child.
– Treat children as individuals and in an
age-appropriate manner.
– Help develop positive feelings of self-worth.
– Provide honest, positive encouragement.
– Support the AYSO Team of officials, coaches,
referees, and spectators.
– Remember enjoyment is critical to learning and while the
objective of the game is to win, the goal is
ENJOYMENT!
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Promote the benefits of soccer and sport
because soccer:
– Contributes to physical well-being and
physical fitness.
– Builds confidence and self-esteem.
– Promotes teamwork and cooperation.
– Encourages friendships.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
While performing volunteer duties, remember
the reasons kids play sports:
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To have fun!
To improve skills and to learn new skills.
To be with friends and make new friends.
For the excitement of competition.
To enjoy the success and recognition
associated with sport.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Model and promote good sportsmanship:
– Demonstrate that winning is not the most important thing
in sport. Character is just as important.
– Model how to win and lose graciously.
– Stress playing hard to win - rather
than winning itself.
– Instill respect for teammates,
opposing teams, coaches and referees.
– Encourage good behavior on and off the field.
– Stress that foul or abusive language will not be tolerated.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Model ethical conduct:
– Maintain self-control, self-discipline at all
times.
– Demonstrate respect for athletes,
officials, coaches and others.
– Recognize the effect your behavior has on
others; be positive, courteous and
considerate.
– Understand the Laws of the Game to minimize
conflicts and maximize enjoyment.
– Recognize that mutual respect for others is
essential for a quality sports experience.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Foster a “safe” learning environment:
– Show acceptance, react positively to mistakes
and give encouragement.
– Encourage self-confidence and self-esteem.
– Model appropriate interactions with others.
– Use positive instructional methods including
specific feedback, encouragement and
constructive criticism.
– Emphasize the importance of enjoying the
activities.
– Set achievable goals.
AYSO’s Principles of Sport
AYSO Principles of Sport
Participate in continuing education:
– Stay updated on the following:
• Rule changes & Laws of the Game.
• Equipment improvements.
• Philosophical changes.
• Improved techniques to enhance health,
safety and success of players and participants.
– Attend Regional meetings and training courses.
– Maintain records of completed training.
AYSO Role Models
AYSO Role Models
Do not tolerate abusive behavior.
– Document and report any misconduct.
– Regional Boards should address any abuses:
• provide awareness and training
• if necessary, take steps according to Dispute
Resolution and Due Process.
• Consult Policy 2.12.
• Ask Area and Section for support.
Report threatening or violent conduct immediately.
AYSO Incident Reports
AYSO Incident Reports
An Incident Report is required whenever there is a
incident involving AYSO participants, activities,
facilities, or property including:
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Injuries/Illnesses - Concussions
Threats of bodily harm
Fighting
Property damage
Hospitalizations
Law Enforcement
Lawsuits
Remember, it’s all for the kids
Remember, it’s for the kids
and Great Soccer starts here!
Thank You!
Thank You
Thank you for volunteering to bring a quality
youth soccer program to your community and
for supporting the AYSO philosophies.
Everyone Plays® Balanced Teams Open
Registration
Positive Coaching Good Sportsmanship
Player Development
Safe Haven Certification Test
AYSO Safe Haven Test
To complete your certification, please take the
AYSO Safe Haven Test included in the EXPO
Workbook.
or follow along with the
questions on the slides…
Safe Haven Certification Test
1. The Safe Haven Certification Program was developed by
AYSO to provide protection for both the children and for:
a)
b)
c)
d)
AYSO Coaches
AYSO Parents
AYSO Referees
AYSO Volunteers
Safe Haven Certification Test
2. AYSO has 6 core philosophies including: Everyone
Plays, Balanced Teams, Open Registration, Positive
Coaching and Good Sportsmanship. Which of the
following completes the list?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Everyone Volunteers.
Player Development.
Character Counts.
Equal Opportunity.
Safe Haven Certification Test
3. The AYSO definition of “Everyone Plays” is:
a) Each year we form new teams as evenly balanced as
possible—because it is fair and more fun when teams of
equal ability play.
b) Our program’s goal is for kids to play soccer—so we
mandate that every player on every team must play at
least half of every game.
c) Our program is open to all children 4 to 19 years of age
who want to register and play soccer. Interest and
enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing.
d) Encouragement of player effort provides for greater
enjoyment by the players and ultimately leads to betterskilled and better-motivated players.
Safe Haven Certification Test
4. The AYSO definition of “Player Development” is:
a) We strive to create a positive environment based on mutual
respect rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our
program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every
facet of AYSO.
b) Each year we form new teams as evenly balanced as
possible—because it is fair and more fun when teams of
equal ability play.
c) Our program’s goal is for kids to play soccer—so we
mandate that every player on every team must play at least
half of every game
d) We believe that all players should be able to develop their
soccer skills and knowledge to the best of their abilities, both
individually and as a member of a team, in order to
maximize their enjoyment of the game.
Safe Haven Certification Test
5. Which of the following statements most accurately
describes the AYSO requirements regarding the Volunteer
Application Form?
a) A fully completed and signed AYSO volunteer application
form need only be submitted once.
b) All AYSO volunteers must complete, sign and submit a
Volunteer Application Form each year.
c) Only new volunteers or previous AYSO volunteers who
have been inactive for one or more seasons are required
to complete a Volunteer Application Form.
d) Completing the AYSO Volunteer Application Form is
optional.
Safe Haven Certification Test
6. Which of the following statements most accurately
describes the AYSO requirements regarding coaches,
referees and other volunteers?
a) All AYSO volunteers are required to complete Safe Haven
Certification.
b) All AYSO volunteers are required to be properly trained in
their jobs.
c) All AYSO volunteers are required to be authorized to do
their job by the appropriate AYSO authority.
d) All of the above.
Safe Haven Certification Test
7. The Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 provides
protection for volunteers for which of the following?
a) Immunity for volunteers from certain types of liabilities,
including those resulting from providing alcohol, tobacco
products and illegal or prescription-only drugs to minors.
b) Immunity from liability for property damage while using
public facilities.
c) Immunity from liability for injury while transporting players
in an automobile.
d) Immunity from certain liabilities for volunteers who meet its
requirements.
Safe Haven Certification Test
8. According to the AYSO Safe Haven Program, which of
the following best defines “Training”?
a) Training is anything a volunteer does to increase their
general knowledge.
b) Training is the education a volunteer receives to do a
specific job or task.
c) Training is experience gained through reading about
soccer.
d) Training is obtained by actually performing the requested
job.
Safe Haven Certification Test
9. According to the AYSO Safe Haven Program, which of
the following best defines “Certification”?
a) Certification confirms you know soccer.
b) Certification confirms you are good at your job.
c) Certification confirms key competencies in a volunteer.
d) Certification confirms you know what you should avoid
doing.
Safe Haven Certification Test
10. What is the AYSO Safe Haven recommended
minimum supervision ratio of children to adults?
a) 15:1.
b) 8:1.
c) 18:1.
d) 10:1.
Safe Haven Certification Test
11. The AYSO Safe Haven Supervision Policy states which
of the following?
a) At least two adults should be present at all times during
AYSO sponsored events.
b) No volunteer should be alone with any child or group of
children (except for their own children) during AYSO
sponsored events.
c) At least one adult present should be the same gender as
the group during AYSO sponsored events.
d) All of the above
Safe Haven Certification Test
12. In addition to physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional
abuse and ethical abuse, which of the following is the fifth
type of abuse generally recognized by psychologists,
legislators and educators around the country?
a) Neglect Abuse.
b) Religious Abuse.
c) Racial Abuse.
d) Ethnic Abuse.
Safe Haven Certification Test
13. A coach who encourages a player to fake an injury
and sit out on the bench and substitutes the star player in
because “the team needs him or her” is an example of
what type of abusive behavior:
a) Emotional Abuse
b) Physical Abuse
c) Neglect Abuse
d) Ethical Abuse
Safe Haven Certification Test
14. A coach or team members who consistently ignore
one player throughout the entire season would be an
example of what type of abuse?
a) Emotional Abuse
b) Physical Abuse
c) Neglect Abuse
d) Ethical Abuse
Safe Haven Certification Test
15. A coach who allows a player to be hit in the arm by
each of her teammates because she missed a shot on
goal would be an example of what type of abusive
behavior?
a) Emotional Abuse
b) Physical Abuse
c) Neglect Abuse
d) Sexual Abuse
Safe Haven Certification Test
16. A parent who stands on the side lines and throws his
hands up in the air, hits his head with the palm of this
hand, and throws his water bottle to the ground during
the games would be demonstrating what type of abusive
behavior?
a) Emotional Abuse
b) Physical Abuse
c) Neglect Abuse
d) Ethical Abuse
Safe Haven Certification Test
17. A Team Parent who gives sensual massages to
players could be demonstrating what type of abusive
behavior?
a) Emotional Abuse
b) Physical Abuse
c) Neglect Abuse
d) Sexual Abuse
Safe Haven Certification Test
18. To protect yourself as a volunteer, which of the
following is recommended by the AYSO Safe Haven
Program?
a) Avoid situations in which you are alone with a child other
than your own, including transporting youngsters in a car.
b) When it is necessary to speak privately with a child, find a
place out of earshot but within sight of others for your
conference.
c) When hugging is appropriate, hug from the side over the
shoulders, not from the front.
d) All of the above.
Safe Haven Certification Test
19. Some forms of contact are acceptable as long as they
are respectful and appropriate. Which of the following is
not acceptable?
a) Slaps on the butt or chest bumping are acceptable for
adults to do to players because they are an excepted part
of behavior in sports.
b) A “High-Five” hand slap, congratulating players for a job
well done.
c) A hug from the side in the open, not in private.
d) A brief, quick hug over the shoulders, with the child’s
permission.
Safe Haven Certification Test
20. During a lightning storm, it is advisable to:
a) Seek shelter under a tree
b) Gather in an open area near a concession stand
c) Take shelter in an enclosed car with the windows closed
d) Continue with the game and remain in the bleachers when
thunder is heard and no lightning is seen.
Safe Haven Certification Test
21. When temperatures and humidity rise significantly
above normal levels, reasonable safety considerations
would include:
a) Allowing more frequent water and substitution stoppages
b) Notifying players to hydrate 24 hours in advance of
planned activities
c) Providing additional shade
d) All of the above.
Safe Haven Certification Test
22. The AYSO Safe Haven Program recommends which of
the following when cleaning a blood spill?
a) Clean the spill immediately or as soon as possible after the
spill occurs and wear disposable gloves and other
personal protective equipment.
b) Wipe up the spill with paper towels or other absorbent
materials then flood the area for at least 20 minutes with ¼
cup chlorine bleach to 1 gallon of water.
c) Dispose of the contaminated material used to clean the
spill in a labeled biohazard container.
d) All of the above.
Safe Haven Certification Test
23. Which statement is not true concerning concussions?
a) Concussions can occur without a loss of consciousness
b) Concussions are serious brain injuries
c) As long as the player expresses no signs of pain, it is safe
to return to play.
d) Players suspected of having a concussion should seek
professional medical care.
Safe Haven Certification Test
24. On a warm day, a player who appears to be fatigued,
dizzy, not perspiring and very hot to the touch is probably
suffering from a very dangerous condition called:
a) hypothermia
b) heat exhaustion
c) concussion
d) heat stroke
Safe Haven Certification Test
25. The objective of the game is to win, but the goal for all
coaches and volunteers in AYSO should be to:
a) Support the development of the whole child.
b) Develop positive feelings of self-worth in each child
c) Treat children as individuals
d) All the above
Safe Haven Certification Test
26. Which of the following is not one of the benefits of
soccer promoted by AYSO:
a) Contributes to physical fitness and well-being
b) Develops a “win-at-all costs” attitude
c) Encourages friendships
d) Promotes teamwork and cooperation
Safe Haven Certification Test
27. When volunteers demonstrate that winning is not the
most important thing in sport but that character
development is also an important consideration, this is an
example of:
a) Modeling and promoting good sportsmanship
b) Modeling ethical conduct
c) Developing effective motivational skills
d) Participating in continuing education
Safe Haven Certification Test
28. Referees staying updated on Law changes—(AYSO,
FIFA) is an example of:
a) Model ethical conduct
b) Develop effective motivational skills
c) Participating in continuing education
d) Develop sporting behavior in players
Safe Haven Certification Test
29. Use of Social Media sites and electronic
communications are recommended means for improving
communications as long as:
a) All communications between adults and minors are
transparent and include parents.
b) Adults post everything on their public Facebook page.
c) Postings on websites and pages protect the privacy and
identities of minors
d) a) and c)
Safe Haven Certification Test
30. AYSO’s Kids Zone program promotes appropriate
sideline behavior including which of the following sideline
rules:
a) Cheering loudly, as long as it’s positive, to drown out the
opposite sideline
b) Only coaches can challenge the referees
c) Cheering is an important contributor to winning
d) Fun, not winning is everything