Safety & Risk Management
The program is available to any person who is interested in being a safety person on their team.
The Hockey Canada Safety Person program is a development initiative of Hockey Canada. The emphasis of the volunteer program is on injury prevention and safety through risk management and education. It includes resources to help make the minor hockey experience safer and more enjoyable for everyone involved.
The program improves the game by providing an organized, easy-to-access education program for hockey safety and injury-prevention volunteers. It provides participants with information they need to promote and implement improved safety, risk management and injury-prevention practices in hockey. Today, Hockey Canada has adopted the safety person program as a mandatory program to show its commitment to improving the safety and enjoyment of the game.
Volunteer as a Team Safety Person
As a Team Safety Person, your key responsibility is ensuring safety is a top priority during all hockey-related activities. You’ll play a leadership role in preventing injuries, promoting Fair Play, and maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants. Key duties include:
- Implementing risk management strategies to prevent accidents.
- Ensuring players have proper equipment and promoting injury prevention techniques.
- Managing medical files, injury reports, and emergency plans.
- Facilitating communication on safety and health with all stakeholders.
- read the full PDF of duties.
What you need to be your Team Safety Person?
- CATT – Concussion Training: free – does not expire
- RIS – Respect in Sport: expires every 4 years
- HCSP – Hockey Canada Safety Person
- CRC – Criminal record Check: yearly
- Online Criminal Record Check Password(ID #) = SVKAHDBTQT
Team Safety Application
Help us keep our players safe! Apply now to become a Team Safety Person and play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and supportive environment for our teams.
Please send your receipts into NMHA and we will reimburse.
Understanding Concussions
A concussion is a type of brain injury that occurs when the brain rapidly moves back and forth within the skull due to a significant impact to the head or another part of the body. This sudden movement can disrupt normal brain function, leading to a biochemical imbalance in brain cells, reduced blood flow, and temporary energy shortages in the brain.
Symptoms of a concussion can vary and may include loss of consciousness, headaches, a sensation of pressure in the head, neck pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and balance difficulties, among others. It’s crucial to recognize these symptoms early and seek appropriate medical attention.
Prompt and proper management of concussions is essential to ensure a full recovery and prevent further injury. Always consult a healthcare professional if a concussion is suspected, and follow recommended guidelines for a safe return to activities.
Concussion Management
For more information on concussion management, visit the Advanced Health and Sports Clinic’s Concussion Management page. The Advanced Health and Sports Clinic works closely with NMHA to ensure the health and safety of our players.
@CompleteConcussions
BC Hockey / Risk Management / Injury Claims
For Parents
The Hockey Canada Injury Report, form must be filled in completion and sent by parent to BC Hockey (6671 Oldfield Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 2A1) within 90 days of injury, with a copy given to your team manager or safety person, and the Nanaimo MHA office.
If your player has not been able to attend practices and/or games due to an injury during hockey or outside of hockey, the Return to Play Form must be completed in full and given to your team manager or safety person to allow your player to return to practices and games.
Keep all copies of forms and receipts for your own records!
