COVID19 Guidelines Rules Policy Waiver Name* First Last PhoneEmail* Are you over the age of 18?* Yes No Acknowledgment/Agreement* I have read and understand all COVID 19 related policies, guidelines, and rules set by CLGSA for 2021 Season. CLGSA Sunday Softball COVID-19 Guidelines If You Are Sick, STAY HOME! Failure by any player, coach or league official to follow these prescribed guidelines will result in the person being banned for the remainder of the 2020 season. A refund of player fees in this case will not be made. This is without exception! Any player, coach or league official who has symptoms for COVID-19 will be required to maintain a period of 14 days symptom free before they are allowed to return to the field of play. If they choose, they will be refunded all fees paid at the time of the diagnosis in a prorated fashion for the remainder of the season. Players or Coaches who leave their positions to argue with umpires, come within six feet of an umpire or opposing player or coach for the purpose of argument or engage in altercations on the field are subject to immediate ejection and discipline, including suspension or expulsion from the league. ARRIVAL TO FIELDS All participants, spectators, and employees must adhere to six-foot physical distancing while at the fields. Must wear face coverings while not in the field of play*. (No exceptions) Coaches must wear face coverings at all times while not actively participating** in the field of play*. (No exceptions) Must complete COVID-19 Self-Assessment Screening EACH week of play or they cannot play (See Below). No team water coolers or shared drinking stations. No exceptions. Individual game balls must be designated to each team for use while that team is playing defense. The pitcher of each team is responsible for keeping track of said game ball. Face coverings are mandatory for any spectators. (No exceptions) These requirements must be shared prior to the event with all players, coaches, spectators, and officials prior to their arrival at the fields. Lineups should be entered online or by spoken word and recorded by officials/umpires without exchanging any physical documents with coaches or players. Athletes are strongly recommended to travel to the venue alone or with a member of their immediate household. The CLGSA will provide each dugout with sanitizer spray for the use on equipment as well a hard surface cleaner. The coaches are then responsible for the use of such products during their time at their diamond. TEAM PRACTICE Coaches and players must adhere to physical six-foot distancing except when the ball is in play. Coaches must wear face coverings at all times while not actively participating** in the field of play*. (No exceptions) Must wear face coverings while not in the field of play*. (No exceptions) Must conduct daily symptom assessments by coaches and players (self-evaluation (See Below)). Anyone experiencing symptoms must stay home. No team water coolers or shared drinking stations. (No exceptions) Face coverings are mandatory for any spectators. (No exceptions) For each practice session, it is recommended that coaches divide players into groups and establish rotating shifts when possible. Virtual meetings should be considered when possible. Athletes are strongly recommended to travel to the venue alone or with a member(s) of their immediate household, if possible. Face coverings are strongly recommended for individuals traveling to and from the venue. Whenever possible, equipment and personal items should have proper separation and should not be shared. If equipment must be shared, proper sanitation should be administered between users. No touch rule – players should refrain from high fives, handshake lines, and other physical contact with teammates, opposing players, coaches, umpires, and fans. A “tip the cap” can be used following the game in lieu of the handshake line. No spitting or eating seeds, gum, other similar products. Hand washing or hand sanitizing, in the absence of soap and water, are strongly recommended for athletes during the games. ATHLETES Must adhere to six-foot social distancing practices off the field of play. Must wear face coverings at all times while not in the field of play*. (No exceptions) Must complete COVID-19 Self-Assessment Screening EACH week of play or they cannot play (See Below). Must not share water or equipment. Belongings should be used only by the individual owner or operator including, but not limited to water bottles, gloves, bats, hats, and other on- and off-field gear. If equipment must be shared, proper sanitation should be administered between users. No touch rule – players should refrain from high fives, handshake lines, and other physical contact with teammates, opposing players, coaches, umpires, and fans. A “tip the cap” can be used following the game in lieu of the handshake line. ATHLETES Continued No spitting or eating seeds, gum, other similar products. Athletes are strongly recommended to travel to the venue alone or with a member(s) of their immediate household, if possible. Face coverings are strongly recommended for individuals traveling to and from the venue. Hand washing or hand sanitizing, in the absence of soap and water, are strongly recommended for athletes during the games. Whenever possible, equipment and personal items should have proper separation and should not be shared. If equipment must be shared, proper sanitation should be administered between users. COACHES Coaches and players must adhere to physical six-foot distancing except when the ball is in play. Coaches actively participating must adhere to the Athletes rules of play section above. Must wear face coverings at all times when not actively participating** in the field of play. (No exceptions) Must complete COVID-19 Self-Assessment Screening EACH week of play or they cannot play (See Below). No spitting or eating seeds, gum, or other similar products. No touch rule – coaches should refrain from high fives, handshake lines, and other physical contact with teammates, opposing players, coaches, umpires, and fans. A “tip the cap” can be used following the game in lieu of the handshake line. Must ensure that players are following COVID-19 related prevention measures as prescribed by these guidelines and the CDC. Coaches should ensure the players are adhering to social distancing in dugouts and other seating areas and wearing face coverings while not actively participating on the field of play, including spectators. Whenever possible, equipment and personal items should have proper separation and should not be shared. If equipment must be shared, proper sanitation should be administered between users. LEAVING THE FIELDS Individuals should not congregate in common areas or parking lot following the event or practice Umpires should adhere to social distancing practices when interacting with players, coaches, and spectators off the field of play. Individuals should not exchange items. Team meetings should occur virtually or over the phone rather than in a team huddle. Athletes are strongly recommended to travel to the venue alone or with a member(s) of their immediate household, if possible. Face coverings are strongly recommended for individuals traveling to and from the venue. Team meals should only occur in compliance with the guidelines issued. Confirmed Cases Immediately isolate the individual and seek medical care for any person who develops symptoms. Utilize CLGSA Covid-19 protocols Work with local health department to identify potentially infected or exposed individuals to help facilitate effective contact tracing/notifications. Screening Procedure Before arrival for the game/practice please follow these questions and report to your coach***. Please indicate if any of the following statements are true: 1. Do you have any of the following conditions: Fever (>100 degrees), new or worsening cough, sore throat – different than seasonal allergies, new loss of smell/taste, diarrhea, or vomiting? 2. Do you have a household member or other close contact that has been diagnosed with Covid-19 in the past 14 days? 3. Are you currently under an order to self-isolate by a health care provider or governmental health agency? If any of the above statements are true you may not participate in today’s games/events. 4. None of the previous statements apply to me. You can participate in today’s games/events. Face Coverings An acceptable face covering is any kind that covers the mouth and nose. This includes cloth masks, non-medical grade surgical masks and other types of face coverings. Acceptable, reusable face covering options for CLGSA Sunday Softball include: Any medical grade face mask Homemade masks Bandana Neck gaiter Scarf Tightly woven fabric, such as cotton t-shirts and some types of towels PLASTIC FACE SHIELDS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE FACE COVERING PER THE CDC. https://www.columbus.gov/publichealth/ https://www.cdc.gov/ https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/static/responsible/Baseball-Softball.pdf * Field of play means on the field playing defense, being up to bat or being the on deck batter. ** Actively participating means you are on the field playing defense, up to bat or the on deck batter. *** If anyone indicates that any of statements 1-3 are true that person must leave the facility. The person will not be allowed back to play until they have documentation that they have tested negative for Covid-19 or a note from a healthcare provider that they do not need to be tested.Consent* I have read and understand the terms of this Assumption of Risk, Release and Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement and agree to its terms.The persons to whom this Agreement applies are, as follows (or stated above in form under Name): (If applicable) Name of Participant’s Parent or Legal Guardian signing below: (If under 18, a parent will sign for minor) IN CONSIDERATION for myself and/or my children listed above being permitted to utilize the services, utilize the facilities and/or participate in the programs of CLGSA, aka Columbus Lesbian Gay Softball Association, aka Columbus Softball Association, (the “Organization”), including, but not limited to, observation or use of facilities or equipment, or participation in or acting as a spectator during any program affiliated with the Organization, the undersigned, on behalf of himself or herself and such participating children and any personal representatives, heirs, and next of kin (hereinafter referred to as "the undersigned") hereby acknowledges, agrees and represents that he or she has inspected and carefully considered such premises, equipment, and facilities and has considered the Organization’s programs and that the undersigned finds and accepts same as being safe and reasonably suited for the use or participation by the undersigned and such participating children. In addition, the undersigned acknowledges that novel coronavirus (''COVID-19") infections have been confirmed throughout the United States, including several cases in the undersigned’s own State and locality. In accordance with the most recent guidance and recommendations issued by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), undersigned’s own State’s Department of Health (DOH) for slowing the transmission of COVID- 19, the undersigned hereby agrees, represents, and warrants that neither the undersigned nor such participating children shall visit or utilize the facilities, services, and/or programs of the Organization (other than any exclusively online services and programs) within 14 days after (i) returning from highly impacted areas subject to a CDC Level 3 Travel Health Notice, (ii) exposure to any person returning from areas subject to a CDC Level 3 Travel Health Notice, or (iii) exposure to any person who has a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. The CDC Travel Health Network is continuously updating this list and the undersigned agrees that they are aware of this list and the countries listed. The undersigned agrees to check on a daily basis the CDC Travel Health Notices list (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html) prior to participating in or utilizing the facilities, services, and programs of the Organization. The undersigned hereby agrees, represents, and warrants that neither the undersigned nor such participating children shall participate in, visit or utilize the facilities, services, and/or programs of the Organization if he or she (i) experiences symptoms of COVID-19, including, without limitation, fever, cough, loss of sense of taste or smell, or shortness of breath, or (ii) has a suspected or diagnosed/confirmed case of COVID-19. The undersigned agrees to notify the Organization immediately if he or she believes that any of the foregoing access/use restrictions may apply. The Organization has taken certain steps to implement certain recommended guidance and recommendations issued by public health agencies for slowing the transmission of COVID-19, including, without limitation, the access/use restrictions set forth above. The undersigned acknowledges and agrees that the Organization may revise its procedures at any time based on updated recommended guidance and recommendations issued by public health agencies and further agrees to comply with the Organization’s revised procedures prior to utilizing the facilities, services, and/or prior to participating in the programs of the Organization. The undersigned further acknowledges and agrees that, due to the nature of the facilities, services, and programs offered by the Organization, social distancing of 6 feet per person among children and their fellow participants or others is not always possible. The undersigned fully understands and appreciates both the known and potential dangers of participating in the programs and/or utilizing the facilities and services of the Organization and acknowledges that use thereof by the undersigned and/or such participating children may, despite the Organization’s reasonable efforts to mitigate such dangers, result in exposure to COVID-19, which could result in quarantine requirements, serious illness, disability, and/or death. IN FURTHER CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ORGANIZATION’S PROGRAMS, THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY AGREES TO THE FOLLOWING: THE UNDERSIGNED, ON HIS OR HER BEHALF AND ON BEHALF OF SUCH PARTICIPATING CHILDREN, HEREBY RELEASES, WAIVES, DISCHARGES AND COVENANTS NOT TO SUE the Organization or its national governing body organization, or any of their respective directors, officers, employees, volunteers and agents, or any of the fellow participants or their family members or guests from all liability to the undersigned or such participating children and all personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin of the undersigned or such participating children for any loss or damage, and any claim or demands on account of any property damage or any injury to, or an illness or the death of, the undersigned or such participating children (or any person who may contract COVID-19, directly or indirectly, from the undersigned or such participating children) whether caused by the negligence, active or passive, of the Organization or otherwise while the undersigned or such participating children are in, upon, or about the premises or any facilities or using any equipment of or participating in any program of or affiliated with the Organization. To the extent such statute applies, the undersigned also expressly and knowingly waives all rights under California Civil Code Section 1542, which provides: "A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party." THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS the Organization or its national governing body organization, or any of their respective directors, officers, employees, volunteers and agents, and each of them, from any loss, liability, damages or costs they may incur, whether caused by the Organization’s negligence, active or passive, or otherwise while the undersigned or any participating child is participating in any program of the Organization or in, upon, or about the premises or any facilities or equipment affiliated with the Organization. The undersigned understands and agrees that the Organization is not required to provide insurance to cover the undersigned or such participating children in the event they suffer illness, injury, death, property loss, theft or damage of any sort upon, or about the premises or any facilities or equipment therein or while participating in any program affiliated with the Organization. The undersigned agrees and acknowledges that use of the Organization facilities and services, and participation in the Organization programs, may involve inherent danger and risk, including, without limitation, the risk of physical illness or injury, death or property damage. THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR, AND RISK OF ILLNESS, BODILY INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE to the undersigned or such participating children due to negligence, active or passive, or otherwise while in, about or upon the premises of the Organization and/or while using the premises or any facilities or equipment thereon and/or while participating in or observing any program affiliated with the Organization. The undersigned acknowledges that any illness or injuries that the undersigned or such participating children contract or sustain may be compounded by negligent first aid or emergency response of the Releasees and waive any claim in respect thereof. THE UNDERSIGNED further expressly agrees that the foregoing ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIYER OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the State in which the undersigned resides or participates and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGN THIS ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIYER OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT AND FURTHER AGREE THAT NO ORAL REPRESENTATIONS, STATEMENTS OR INDUCEMENT APART FROM THE FOREGOING WRITTEN AGREEMENT HAVE BEEN MADE. I AM AWARE THAT BY AGREEING TO THIS AGREEMENT I AM GIVING UP VALUABLE LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES FROM THE ORGANIZATION IN CASE OF ILLNESS, INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING, FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT AND WITHOUT LIMITATION, EXPOSURE TO COVID-19 AT ANY ORGANIZATION FACILITY OR DURING PARTICIPATION IN ANY PROGRAM AND ANY ILLNESS, INJURY OR DEATH RESULTING THEREFROM. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS DOCUMENT IS A PROMISE NOT TO SUE AND A RELEASE OF AND INDEMNIFICATION FOR ALL CLAIMS. IF SIGNING ON BEHALF OF MINOR: I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THIS AGREEMENT IS MADE ON BEHALF OF MY MINOR CHILD(REN) AND/OR LEGAL WARDS AND I REPRESENT AND WARRANT TO THE ORGANIZATION THAT I HAVE FULL AUTHORITY TO SIGN THIS AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF SUCH MINOR(S). I have read and understand the terms of this Assumption of Risk, Release and Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement and agree to its terms.Date* MM slash DD slash YYYY Digital Signature* Mr.Mrs.MissMs.Dr.Prof.Rev. 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