A check of an adult's records before they work with minor athletes, required by many governing bodies and programs. Requirements and renewal timing depend on the organization.
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Training programs and certifications coaches complete, such as USA Hockey's Coaching Education Program levels and age-specific modules. Requirements come from the governing body and can change each season.
A call telling a teammate not to play the puck: let it go through, for example so icing is called, or leave it for the goalie or another player who has it.
A safeguarding practice for adults who work with minors: interactions should be observable and interruptible, usually with another adult present or nearby, rather than one-on-one in private. The exact policy comes from the governing body.
Abuse-prevention training from the U.S. Center for SafeSport that governing bodies such as USA Hockey require for many adults who work with minor athletes. Which roles need it and how often is set by the governing body.
A short break in play a coach can call to rest players, settle the team or set up a play. How many timeouts a team gets and how long they last depend on the rulebook.