Guidelines
Canada Soccer strongly recommends the following guidelines for organizations to ensure they are following the Rule of Two. In the guidelines below, a ‘Person in Authority’ is defined as an NCCP-trained or certified coach, a screened volunteer, or other adult. The organization is meeting the highest standard for the Rule of Two if the Person in Authority is always a screened and NCCP-trained or certified coach.
Travel
The following guidelines are strongly recommended during travel with athletes:
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A Person in Authority may not be alone in a car with an athlete unless the Person in Authority is the athlete’s parent/ guardian.
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If a participant rides in a coach’s vehicle, another adult should be present.
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A Person in Authority may not share a room or be alone in a hotel room with an athlete unless the Person in
Authority is the athlete’s parent or guardian.
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Room or bed checks during overnight stays must be done by two Persons in Authority.