2020 Indy Ignite FC Health Policy

As we return to soccer, Indy Ignite remains committed to the safety of our players, families, and communities. We believe it is imperative that everyone commit to adhere to this Policy and Procedure which has been created with the information learned from the Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Compliance with the policies and procedures listed below are mandatory for all players, to ensure all of our participants can continue to train and develop safely. If parents are not comfortable having their child return to play or their child is at a higher risk for severe illness, please stay home.

General Information

Mitigation of the spread of COVID-19 relies on the whole Indy Ignite community following the policies and procedures put in place to promote everyone’s health and safety.

Indy Ignite will adhere to the physical distancing guidelines, cleaning and disinfection practices, and workplace safety practices.

Indy Ignite will ensure anyone who has symptoms of, has tested positive for, or has been exposed to COVID-19 follows appropriate guidelines for quarantine or isolation as discussed below.

Indy Ignite will monitor guidance and information provided by the CDC,federal and state officials as it relates to COVID-19. Policies and procedures for all activities will be adjusted as needed in order to provide our services while making every effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 to the best of our ability.

General Hygiene Practices to Mitigate the Risk of Spread of Infection

All players are expected to follow the following practices to mitigate transmission of any communicable disease.

Avoid touching your face.
Frequently wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an
alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Cover mouth and nose (with arm or elbow, not hands) when coughing or
sneezing and wash hands afterward.
Wear a face mask or covering when outside if you have any symptoms of upper respiratory infection.
Frequently clean commonly used surfaces (doorknobs, for example) with an
antiseptic cleanser.
Avoid contact with other individuals (i.e. shaking hands, high-fives, etc.).
Maintain a distance of ten(10) feet between you and others.
Stay home if you feel sick and contact your health care provider.

Symptoms of COVID-19 Infection:

Individuals with COVID-19 can exhibit signs and symptoms which range from mild to life-threatening. The most common symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection include:

Fever ( ≥100.4 degrees F)
Cough
Shortness of breath

Less common symptoms that may still be evidence of COVID-19 infection include:

Sore throat
Congestion
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Muscle / joint pain
Sudden loss of taste or smell
Chills

Required Participation Waivers and Protocols

All players must perform a temperature check and conduct a health screening prior to attending any Indy Ignite related events or activities. The temperature check and health screening can be performed by adult players or parents of minors. This includes:

(1) Temperature Check – all players or family members with a temperature of 100.4 or greater are prohibited from attending any event.

(2) Health Screening – The following are to be asked of oneself or by a parent of a minor prior to attending any Indy Ignite activities or events:

(i) Is your current temperature 100.4F or greater?

(ii) Have you been diagnosed with COVID-19 within the last fourteen (14) days?

(iii) Have you exhibited any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 in the last fourteen (14) days?

(iv) Have you been in close contact (within 6 feet for at least 15 minutes) of anyone that has been diagnosed with or has symptoms of COVID-19 in the last fourteen (14) days?

If the answer to any of the above questions is “yes,” you are not allowed to attend the Indy Ignite event or activity and you must follow the Return to Play Protocols listed below.

Reporting of COVID-19 Exposure

Any player that has tested positive for COVID-19, are exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or have come in close contact with someone who has tested positive for or is displaying signs or symptoms of COVID-19 are required to report this to Indy Ignite. If you have any other questions, you may email those to Indy Ignite at play@indyignite.com.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) the identity of the individual and all medical information will be kept confidential and will only be shared with local health officials, if required.

Any player who has tested positive for COVID-19, are exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or have come in close contact with someone who has tested positive for or is displaying signs or symptoms of COVID-19 must follow the Return to Play Protocols listed below.

Symptoms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19, is exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or has come in close contact (within six feet for more than fifteen minutes) with someone who has tested positive for or is displaying signs or symptoms of COVID-19 is prohibited from playing.
Anyone at the facility exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19 will be isolated and asked to leave immediately. With minors, pick-up should be within 45 minutes from the time the parent/guardian is called.

In the event a parent or guardian is not able to be reached, we will call emergency contacts.Face coverings will be required for everyone while in the facility, unless you have a documented health condition that keeps you from wearing a face covering.

Face coverings are not required while eating, drinking, or vigorous exercising (i.e. playing on the courts).

Please ensure your face covering fits the following standards:

The mouth and nose are fully covered.
The covering fits snugly against the sides of the face so there are no gaps.
The cloth face covering can be tied or otherwise secured to prevent slipping, even while exercising.
Face coverings should be cleaned, following CDC guidelines.

Upon arrival at the facility, everyone will be screened for COVID-19 and appropriate measures will be taken. Please be understanding.

Return to Play Protocols

These Protocols are intended to guide decision-making regarding players, who have tested positive for COVID-19, are exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or have come in close contact with someone who has tested positive for or is displaying signs or symptoms of COVID-19 in order to mitigate the risk of disease transmission.

Case 1: Symptomatic – Return to Play Following Confirmed or Suspected COVID-19 Infection:

Any symptomatic player with a suspected or laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection cannot attend any Indy Ignite related events or activities until:

At least ten (10) days have passed since symptoms first appeared, AND
At least twenty-four (24) hours with no fever without use of fever-reducing medication, AND
Other symptoms have improved; OR
At least two (2) consecutive negative viral tests, collected ≥24 hours apart, are received AND
At least twenty-four (24) hours with no fever without use of fever-reducing medication, AND
Other symptoms have improved

Case 2: Laboratory-Confirmed/Asymptomatic – Return to Play Following Laboratory-Confirmed COVID-19 Infection Who Have Not Had Any Symptoms:

Any asymptomatic player with a laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection who has not had any symptoms cannot attend any Indy Ignite related events or activities until:

At least ten (10) days have passed since the date of the first positive COVID-19 diagnostic test; AND
A continuation of no symptoms since the test. If symptoms develop, then management should be guided according to symptomatic individuals as listed in Case 1 above.

Case 3: Household Exposure – Return to Play Following Exposure to a Suspected or Diagnosed COVID-19 Infection Within the Same Household:

Any asymptomatic player who lives in a household with an individual with a suspected or diagnosed case of COVID-19 is restricted from participation in any Indy Ignite related events or activities until:

Fourteen (14) days from the time the infected household member is released from a health care practitioner as no longer contagious; OR
Twenty-four (24) days after the infected household member gets his or her first positive COVID-19 test or first onset of symptoms (10 days of infectious period plus 14 days of potential incubation period); OR
The player should provide a note from a health care provider stating he or she is safe to return to play; OR
At least two (2) consecutive negative viral tests, collected ≥24 hours apart, are received.

Case 4: Non-Household Exposure – Return to Play Following Exposure to a Suspected or Diagnosed COVID-19 Infection Outside of the Household:

Any asymptomatic player who has close contact with an individual with a suspected or diagnosed case of COVID-19 who does not live in the same household is restricted from participation in any Indy Ignite related events or activities until:

Fourteen (14) days from last contact; OR
The player should provide a note from a health care provider stating he or she is safe to return to work or play; OR
At least two (2) consecutive negative viral tests, collected ≥24 hours apart, are received.

Here, “close contact” means any one of the following:

Providing care for a sick person with a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection; OR
Being within six (6) feet of an individual with a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection for fifteen (15) minutes or more; OR
Having exposure to respiratory secretions from an individual with a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection (e.g., being coughed or sneezed on, sharing a water bottle or utensils, kissing, etc.).