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 CO Associations Named USA Hockey Model Association ProgramsUSA Hockey announced today that the Arvada (Colo.) Hockey Association, the Colorado Springs Amateur Hockey Association and the New Jersey Bandits organization have been named as USA Hockey Model Association Programs. See the news release at the following link: http://www.usahockey.com/Template_Usahockey.aspx?NAV=AU_01&id=318531 Coaches Registration RequirementsCoaches Registration Requirements for the 2013-2014 Season Will be available late June 2013 Applies to all Colorado Coaches regardless of Division/Age Level Required Documentation Prior to Putting a Coach on any Team Roster:
REGISTRARS – When you submit team rosters to the appropriate Affiliate Registrar (Susan Cardasis or Stephanie Ratkowski), you must include the following statement will each submission: “I certify that our association has on file (electronic and/or hard copy) a copy of the USAH Registration, CAHA Online Registration, Athletic Concussion Training Certificate for each coach on the team roster(s) being submitted.” CAHA Online Registration for Coaches, Managers, Refs, Board Members, & Billet Families for 2012-2013 SeasonNOTE: Coaches MUST register with USA Hockey first. Your USA Hockey 2012-2013 Registeration Number is required. All coaches (head and assistants), managers, refs, board members, billet family members and anyone else 18 years or older that have unsupervised contact with minors must register online with CAHA and consent to a background check. This requirement does NOT include parents that run the clock, keep score, or man the penalty box. This registration is required annually and the current registration is for the 2012-2013 Season only. Concussion Training - Required for all CoachesAll coaches (head and assistants) must provide their Association/Independent Team Registrar with a copy of their Concussion Training Certificate prior to being rostered on any team each season.. This training is mandated by Colorado State Law. CAHA requires ALL coaches complete the annual Concussion Training regardless of age group they coach . The links below are a couple of entities that offer free online concession training. This is NOT a CAHA program, it simply possible links to obtain the required training. Coaches may take any Concussion Training that meets the Colorado State Law mandated training. If you trouble with links below....just search the web for 'free concussion training' and you'll find several sites that offer free concussion training. 2012-2013 Parent Education Program - CAHA/AVS CaresAt least one parent for each player must register online for the CAHA Parent Education Program. Indoor Air Quality Guidelines for Ice Rinks
The following document is to be used as a guideline for "best practices" in maintaining acceptable indoor air quality in Colorado ice rinks which are used for ice hockey. This document has been compiled using information from may sources, is not intended to be used as a legal document, but can be used as a resource when hockey associations and rinks are negotiating ice contracts. The goal is to keep players and fans safe. CAHA SAFESPORT PROGRAMCAHA is committed to not only improving the skill development of its Members but also the continuous safety and the welfare of its Members. CAHA believes that creating a “child–safe” organization depends on having clear structures and an open and aware culture in place. This includes implementing child protection safeguards and ensuring all personnel, children and members feel confident and comfortable speaking out. It is the role of the governing state body to the sport and to set standards for all Members. For this reason, CAHA is making compliance with USA Hockey SafeSport Program a condition of affiliation. CAHA supports full implementation of the USA Hockey SafeSport Program including the assignment of a Member SafeSport Coordinator, and requires each organization to read, understand and know the USA Hockey SafeSport Program. The USA Hockey SafeSport Program is designed to provide clear guidelines and expectations for all players, coaches and organization members on: CAHA is committed to fully implementing a state wide SafeSport program starting with the 2013-2014 season. The purpose of this notification is to go give you a heads-up on the program requirements for each CAHA member League, Association, Independent Team, and Referee Association. Member Associations and Independent Teams will need to update their Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and list of officers/directors to incorporate the SafeSport program, before any teams can be registered for the 2013-2014 Season. A copy of the USA Hockey SSP is included as an attachment to this notification and can be downloaded from http://www.usahockey.com/SafeSport.aspx Implementation of the SSP requires more than just stating, “We shall follow the USAH Hockey and CAHA policies/procedures.” It requires the implementation of a local program that raises the awareness of child abuse, provides training, and protects the players, coaches, and volunteers. CAHA has worked with Michele Peterson Consulting to develop the CAHA Safe....more to come |
Colorado Amateur Hockey AssociationWelcome to the official website of the Colorado Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA). We are Colorado's USA Hockey affiliate for all amateur ice hockey: Youth, Adult, Women's/Girls.  Proud Partner of CAHA CAHA Executive Meeting - 3 Apr 2013The CAHA Executive Committee Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at the Arapahoe Family Sports Center. Please contact the CAHA Secretary if you have agenda items or plan to attend the meeting. Ice Rinks in ColoradoClick on the link below to find Rink in CO. Please send any errors randyk411@comcast.net |
