Trainer

The team trainer is responsible for the safety, health, and well-being of all players during practices, games, and team events. This includes responding to injuries, providing basic first aid, and ensuring players are physically prepared to participate. Trainers help maintain a safe environment by monitoring equipment, enforcing safety protocols, and supporting return-to-play guidelines. They work closely with the coach, team officials, and parents to address any medical concerns and must hold the required certifications as outlined by Hockey Canada and Blues Hockey.

Training & Certifications

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All trainers require to complete the following certification/training:

• Hockey Canada Safety Program Level 1 - Online Certification (formerly HTCP). All new trainers are required to take the new Hockey Canada Safety course.
• English Clinic
• French Clinic
• Respect In Sport for Activity Leaders
• Gender Identity Training
• Awareness of Safety Person's Responsibilities

NOTE: Level 1 Trainers who are currently qualified under previous requirements are eligible until their certification expires. There is no more refresher course, every trainer will have to do complete the Hockey Canada Safety Program course every 3 years.

Level 2:

All trainers U14 -U18 are required to complete the following certification/training:

Trainer Level 2 | Hockey Eastern Ontario

It is the responsibility of each trainer to keep their certification up-to-date.

Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check

In addition, all trainers also require to maintain a current POLICE RECORD CHECK (Level 3 Vulnerable Sector).

Forms & Protocols

• Player Medical Information Form
• Pre-season Concussion Education Sheet (from Parachute Canada)
• Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
• Arena Safety Checklist
• Automated External Defibrilator (AED) Awareness
• Equipment: Hockey Canada Equipment Poster and Equipment Tips (video)
• First Aid Kit: Recommended Items
• HTCP Player Injury Log
• Injury and Return to Play Protocols/Policies (see below)
• Other Hockey Trainers Ontario Resources

Injury & Return to Play

Here is the list of relevant Injury and Return to Play protocols/policies:

• HTCP Player Injury Log
• HC Injury Report (English / French)
• Injury Reporting FAQs

Concussions

• ​Concussion Recognition Tool
• Hockey Canada Concussion Card
• HEO Concussion Return to Play Policy
• 6-Stage Concussion Return to Play Protocol
• Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport
• Concussion Guide for Coaches, Trainers & Safety Personnel (from Parachute Canada)
• Smart Hockey Action Plan on Concussions (from Parachute Canada)

Other Injury:

• HEO Significant Injury Return to Play Policy
• HTCP Return To Play form