PRS Speak Out Programs - Required

The Prevention Services "Speak Out" Clinic on abuse and harassment prevention is available to any OMHA or OHA member association or team. This clinic is 3.5 hours in length and can be hosted locally by any member association. The clinic requires a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 50 participants and is conducted by OMHA instructors who have been prepared and certified by the Canadian Red Cross

Speak Out! "It's More Than Just a Game" is a four-hour interactive workshop focused on the prevention of harassment and abuse in the game of hockey. Topics include:

• Definitions of abuse and harassment
• Responding to disclosures
• Prevention guidelines for coaches
• Showers and locker rooms
• Dressing for sports
• Transporting of participants
• Injured and ill children
• Road trips
• Integrated teams
• Prevention guidelines for playing
• Prevention of harassment and abuse during competition
• Fair Play Codes

While focused towards team officials, this program is an excellent opportunity for parents to gain an appreciation of some of the challenges and difficult situations facing today's volunteer. It is a requirement that all Volunteers on a Hockey team, dealing directly with the Children, complete this program.