Adult Hockey in the Flathead Valley

Whitefish Adult Ice Hockey Association COVID-19 Policy

The Whitefish Adult Ice Hockey Association Covid -19 policies are subject to change as required by federal, state, and local mandates and in conjunction with the Stumptown Ice Den, WSFF and FVHA. WAHA is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our members, staff, participants, family, and friends. WAHA cannot make any guarantee about the spread of illness, but it’s members can be conscious of the factors and make an effort to minimize things that cause the spread. Currently, in order to facilitate this the following policies have been implemented and will be observed by all WAHA members, participants, spectators, and representatives.

  1. Anyone showing COVID-19 symptoms may not participate in WAHA programming. Symptoms include fever, shortness of breath, chills, cough, sore throat, unexplained muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and recent loss of taste or smell.
  2. Only players and officials are allowed on the ice, player’s bench area and locker rooms. Players and participants must use the locker room assigned to their team or group.
  3. Players are encouraged to limit their time in the locker rooms and lobby area.
  4. Spectators are encouraged to watch on ice activities from the bleachers and maintain a proper distance.
  5. Players are encouraged to distance and limit contact when possible.
  6. No spitting on the ice or benches.
  7. Do not share water bottles or beverages - remove all containers at the end of the session.
  8. All WAHA fees need to be paid online.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK/WAIVER OF LIABILITY/INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT:

Inconsideration of being allowed to participate on behalf of Whitefish Adult Hockey Association and related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

  1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including, but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exists; and,
  2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releasees or other, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
  3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation as regards protections against infectious diseases. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and,
  4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless Whitefish Adult Hockey Association, Stumptown Ice Den, Whitefish Sports Facilities Foundation and the City of Whitefish, their officers, officials, agents, and/or lessors of premises used to conduct the event ("Releasees"), with respect to any and all illness, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property, whether arising from the negligence of releasees or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Revised 9/21/2021

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