Screening Requirements
Screening of personnel is an important part of providing a safe and secure sporting environment. Consistent with the Volleyball Manitoba Screening Policy, Screening Requirements apply to all Persons in Authority (PIA) who appear on a teams roster. This includes head coach, assistant coach, managers & club directors.
All PIA must complete the Screening Requirements before they can participate in any club activities, including: tryouts, practices, games, camps, provincials or nationals.
2023-2024 Screening Requirements
2023-2024 Screening Disclosure Form
The Screening Disclosure Form must be completed on an annual basis.
The purpose of the Screening Disclosure Form is to allow individuals to disclose any relevant infractions that may have been committed during the three (3) year period in which their CRC and CARC are valid.
The Screening Disclosure Form can be found on Sportlomo, under the “Certifications” tab on each individual’s account.
Below are the steps to complete the Screening Disclosure Form:
- Login to member profile
- Click “Certifications”
- Click “Upload Credential”
- Select “Screening Policy”
- Select “2023-24 Screening Disclosure Form”
- The start and expiry dates should automatically populate and then click “save” for the form to open
- Fill out the form and click save, to complete the form.
Current Background Check & Child Abuse Registry Check
Current Background and Child Abuse Registry Checks are valid for a period of three seasons.
Current Background Checks and Child Abuse Registry Checks must have a date of issue on or after September 1st, 2021 in order to be considered valid for the upcoming 2023-2024 season.
Current Background Checks
To apply for your Current Background Check, visit one of following:
- All Manitoba Residents (Sterling BackCheck) «« RECOMMENDED
- Residents of Winnipeg (Winnipeg Police Service – electronic Police Information Check)
- Non-Winnipeg Residents (find the nearest RCMP Detachment – there should be no cost for persons in a volunteer position)
Child Abuse Registry Check (Manitoba Residents Only)
Apply for your Child Abuse Registry Check online HERE. Results can be picked up from the Child Abuse Registry Office in Winnipeg or mailed-out to you (see website for mandatory identification requirements for each).
Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
Respect in Sport is a simple and convenient free on-line training course for coaches and sport leaders. It is designed as a tool to assist coaches in identifying and dealing with abuse, neglect, harassment, and bullying in sport.
Your Respect in Sport Certificate must have a date of issue on or after September 1st, 2019 in order to be considered valid for the upcoming 2023-2024 season.
CAC Safe Sport Training
The Safe Sport Training Module developed by the Coaching Association of Canada will help anyone involved in sport identify and prevent situations of maltreatment.
Steps to complete Safe Sport Training:
- Go to the Safe Sport Training page
- Scroll to the bottom of the page and select “Take the Training”
- Log-in using your NCCP number and password
- Scroll down, click “Sport” and select “Volleyball”
- Select the appropriate check boxes, likely “Coach” and click “Continue”
- Click “Begin”
How to Upload Documents to Sportlomo
All coaches (Persons in Authority) will need to upload the following screening documents into Sportlomo:
- Current Criminal Record Check
- Sterling Background Check should only be used if coaches DO NOT have a current/valid background check to upload. This option will allow coaches to apply for a NEW background check.
- Child Abuse Registry Check
- Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders Certificate
* Coaches will also need to complete the annual Screening Disclosure Form within Sportlomo. See instructional video below.*
Documents can be uploaded by following the steps below:
- Login to your member profile
- Click “Certifications”
- Click “Upload Credential”
- Choose the credential you want to upload, select the document to upload, and save. This will show the credential as “Awaiting Approval” for Volleyball Manitoba to approve.
*Note: the Respect in Sport credential is found listed under “Safe Sport Training”.
The video below will show the steps to access the credential uploads page and provide an example of how to complete the Screening Disclosure Form:
Note: Any completed NCCP Coaching Credentials will automatically be updated to your SportLomo account from The Locker (you must include your NCCP number within your account details).
If you have any questions, please email: volleyball.events@sportmanitoba.ca.