Safety Procedures

Before participating in any First State Ice Hockey event at the Skating Club of Wilmington, please familiarize yourself with our (and the Club’s) following safety procedures. Your cooperation is expected and appreciated.

Those who do not comply will be reminded of the protocols; those who refuse to comply will be asked to leave the Club without a refund.

FSIH/SCW Safety Procedures – updated Dec. 16, 2020

• Plan on entering the Club no earlier than 15 minutes before your session begins.

• Each player will be allotted a “zone” along the perimeter of the rink in which they may change into and out of their equipment, as well as leave their belongings, including water bottles and other equipment. (That is, no water bottles at the bench! Also, no sharing water bottles!) Players: Please change into and out of your gear as quickly as possible, so as to avoid lingering.

• Masks must be properly worn (that is, covering the nose and mouth) while in the building, including while on the ice. The CCM masks that affix to the helmet meet this requirement, however, please have another mask handy to put on as soon as you remove your helmet when off the ice.

• Do not come to the Club if you are feeling ill, have a temperature, or have been exposed to someone who has or may have COVID-19.

• Hand washing and/or sanitizing should be performed prior to entry, upon entry, and frequently (as appropriate) while in the Club.

• Physical distancing is required at all times, both on and off the ice.

• After your session is finished, exit by way of the designated exit so as to minimize unnecessary close contact with other skaters.

• Until further notice, spectators are not allowed in the facility. However, FSIH will provide a live video stream of select events. (Exception: If a young player needs assistance tying skates, a parent or guardian may enter the building to provide reasonable assistance, but must exit as soon as complete.)

• After your session is finished, exit by way of the designated exit so as to minimize unnecessary close contact with other skaters.

• First State Ice Hockey will have individuals monitoring compliance to guidelines at every event.

Adherence to these guidelines will help us continue to bring outstanding hockey development events to you through these restrictive months ahead. We strive to provide all youth hockey players with a safe and healthy environment to improve upon their skills, and these opportunities are only possible with everyone’s continued cooperation.