Please read the Updated Covid Policy.
CENTER STATE YOUTH HOCKEY
2021-2022 COVID POLICY
(ver. 10/1/21A)
The risk of exposure to the COVID-19 virus cannot be eliminated entirely, but our goal is to reduce the risk associated with playing youth sports as much as possible. We encourage open communication while we navigate the pandemic together.
Center State Youth Hockey Association (CSYHA) has adopted the following COVID-19 policy and protocols in accordance, and in compliance with, the published guidance from the Department of Health (DOH) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Please note that CSHYA may continue to update said policy as the DOH, CDC and/or other government organizations, regulations or guidance is revised and/or updated.
Please note that any violation of this policy should be immediately reported to the CSYHA Board of Directors (BOD). Willful neglect of said policy, or intentionally not reporting a known violation, will be considered an egregious act that may result in broad disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the organization.
POLICY & COVID-19 TASK FORCE
We understand that there may be a difference of opinion when it comes to the health and wellness of our family members. The COVID-19 Task Force has been created to help guide members of the organization in a fair, unbiased manner and so that the implementation and enforcement of the policy does not lie with any one board member. We would like to remind you that the Task Force guidance does not supersede the direction given by your healthcare provider. We urge you to make health related decisions based upon their guidance.
IF YOU BELIEVE YOU EITHER HAVE COVID-19 OR HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO COVID-19: 1. Refer to the “COVID-19 Exposure Protocol” (attached) and follow the steps provided. 2. Contact your Head Coach.
3. Head Coach will contact Heather Howard, who is the head of the task force.
4. The task force will discuss the situation and provide recommendations on how to anonymously announce to the team their level of exposure.
5. If you agree with the recommendation provided, no further information will be needed.
If you disagree with the recommendation provided, you will be asked a series of questions to correctly identify your level of exposure. (The questions are not meant to punish anyone, but rather to obtain accurate information so we can advise you appropriately.) Questions can be answered with “yes,” “no,” or “unsure.” We realizethat when people are placed in a stressful
situation, recalling specific details of a past event may not be immediate and may cause answers to change. Based on the information provided, the original recommendation may be revised (or it may remain the same).
TRAVEL
• Every member of CSYHA is expected to know and follow the most recent travel restrictions issued by New York State and the CDC.
• Every member of CSYHA is expected to know and follow the most recent travel restrictions issued by the state and/or county they are traveling to.
In addition to the rules listed above, our organization requires that players, coaches, and families follow any and all COVID protocols put in place by the rinks we are using. As we continue to navigate COVID-19, our organization, members, and players are counting on everyone’s support in order to provide the best possible environment. That requires our commitment to the policy and protocols outlined above.
Please remember that we are GUESTS at the rinks we use (including the IcePlex); hence, the compliance of ALL CSHYA members (e.g. players, coaches, administrators, etc.) and their companions or participants at these facilities, is vital to ensuring our relationship and continued use.
Thank you for your consideration and cooperation.
Chris Lott – Director of Youth Hockey
csyha.president@gmail.comHeather Howard – COVID Coordinator communications@centerstatehockey.com
Exposure Protocol
As always, please follow the instructions provided by the Department of Health/Contact Tracing personnel regarding whether to isolate and/or quarantine and for how long.
PRIMARY CASE (ex: You are diagnosed with COVID-19)
Person is diagnosed with COVID-19 or is considered a presumptive case (symptoms).
ISOLATE FROM OTHERS
• Follow healthcare professional recommendations and any direction given by your local Health Department.
• ISOLATE FOR 10 days from onset of symptoms (or from the date you tested positive) AND have had no fever for 24 hours (without use of fever reducing medication) AND symptoms have improved.
• NOTIFY your Head Coach of the positive COVID test result, who will then inform Heather Howard.
• IDENTIFY/NOTIFY all persons you have been in DIRECT CONTACT with (please see CDC definitions below) for 48 hours prior to onset of symptoms or positive test.
• To RETURN TO HOCKEY ACTIVITIES:
• You must quarantine for 10 days.
- OR -
• You must provide a negative PCR test result (that was administered between days 5-7) or a return to activity letter/form (completed by a healthcare provider) to your Head Coach. This will then be provided to the COVID task force to verify whether the player can participate in hockey activities.
• You and your Head Coach will be NOTIFIED by Heather Howard that your participation in hockey activities can resume. Heather will make note that the proper documentation has been provided (and verified) and shred/delete the documents. We will not keep the documentation you submit.
PRIMARY EXPOSURE (ex: Your spouse has COVID-19.)
Person has direct contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or is considered a presumptive case.
QUARANTINE
** Unvaccinated individuals **
• SELF-MONITOR for symptoms or fever.
• CONTACT your physician regarding getting tested. If you then test positive, follow PRIMARY CASE Protocol.
• IDENTIFY/NOTIFY all persons you have been in DIRECT CONTACT with (please see CDC definitions below) for 48 hours prior, that you are a PRIMARY EXPOSURE, and that they should follow SECONDARY EXPOSURE protocol.
• NOTIFY your Head Coach of the primary exposure, who will then inform Heather Howard. • To RETURN TO HOCKEY ACTIVITIES:
• You must quarantine for 10 days.
- OR -
• You must provide a negative PCR test result (that was administered between days 5-7) or a return to activity letter/form (completed by a healthcare provider) to your Head Coach. This will then be provided to the COVID task force to verify whether the player can participate in hockey activities.
• You and your Head Coach will be NOTIFIED by Heather Howard that your participation in hockey activities can resume. Heather will make note that the proper documentation has been provided (and verified) and shred/delete the documents. We will not keep the documentation you submit.
** Vaccinated individuals **
• Someone who has been FULLY VACCINATED and shows NO SYMPTOMS of COVID-19 does not need to quarantine.
• NOTIFY your Head Coach of the primary exposure, who will then inform Heather Howard. • Get tested 5-7 days after CLOSE CONTACT with someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19. • To CONTINUE HOCKEY ACTIVITIES PAST 7 DAYS:
• You must provide a negative PCR test result (that was administered between days 5-7) or a return to activity letter/form (completed by a healthcare provider) to your Head Coach. This will then be provided to the COVID task force to verify whether the player can participate in hockey activities.
• You and your Head Coach will be NOTIFIED by Heather Howard that your participation in hockey activities are ok to continue. Heather will make note that the proper documentation has been provided (and verified) and shred/delete the documents. We will not keep the documentation you submit
** Prior positive test result **
• Someone who tested positive for COVID-19 with a viral test within the previous 90 days and has subsequently recovered and remains without COVID-19 symptoms does not need to quarantine. However, close contacts with prior COVID-19 infection in the previous 90 days should:
• Wear a mask indoors in public for 14 days after exposure.
• Monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and isolate immediately if symptoms develop.
• Consult with a healthcare professional for testing recommendations if new symptoms develop.
SECONDARY EXPOSURE (ex: You have been in direct contact with someone whose spouse has tested positive for COVID-19.)
Person is in direct contact with a Primary Exposure person.
NO QUARANTINE NECESSARY
• If PRIMARY CONTACT then tests positive or is diagnosed as presumptive case, follow PRIMARY EXPOSURE Protocol.
• SELF-MONITOR for fever or symptoms.
• CONTACT your physician regarding getting tested.
• IDENTIFY/NOTIFY all persons you have been in DIRECT CONTACT with (please see CDC definitions below) that you will notify them if you develop symptoms or become a PRIMARY EXPOSURE. They should follow the TERTIARY EXPOSURE protocol.
TERTIARY EXPOSURE
Person is in direct contact with a Secondary Exposure.
No action needed unless you move to secondary exposure.
KEEP COMMUNICATION OPEN
If you are unsure of the next course of action or it is unclear what classification you fit into Contact your Healthcare provider for guidance.
CDC Definitions and Guidelines
Direct Contact:
1. Within 6 feet of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 for a cumulative of 15 minutes over a 24-hour period or longer from 48 hours prior to onset of symptoms until the end of home isolation.
2. You provided care at home to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
3. You had direct physical contact with someone who is COVID-19 positive or suspected positive. 4. You shared eating or drinking utensils.
5. They sneezed, coughed, or somehow got respiratory droplets on you.
Isolation:
Remain alone or apart from others including family members
Quarantine:
Remain alone or apart from others outside your living quarters
(Individuals within your living quarters are considered secondary exposure.)
Presumptive case:
Contact your Healthcare provider and follow their recommendations
Possible Exposure
You have been notified of an Exposure that does not fit the criteria for Primary, Secondary or Tertiary Exposure. Notify your coach so he can make an anonymous announcement that a possible Exposure has occurred. This is requested to allow families to make educated decision related to removing their child from activity.
Primary Case, Primary Exposure, Secondary Exposure, Tertiary Exposure:
The Individuals Healthcare provider has final determination of classification into the above categories and return to activities
Symptoms:
• Fever Greater than or equal to 100.4
• Chills Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue Muscle or body aches Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat Congestion Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms contact your healthcare provider with additional symptoms you may be experiencing.
