It is of fundamental importance to USA Table Tennis that individuals feel able to come forward and

report abuse, or suspected abuse in a safe and, if requested, anonymous manner. All stakeholders in

USA Table Tennis should be aware of how to report abuse and USA Table Tennis is committed to

removing any and all barriers to the safe and effective reporting of abuse within USA Table Tennis. 

Who Must Report?

Any member, volunteer, participant, employee, Director, coach, referee, umpire, official, Club

Director, Owner, Club Operator, Tournament Director, or contractor of USA Table Tennis must report

both actual and perceived breaches of any policy outlined in this documentation. Where appropriate

they should ensure they report to both USA Table Tennis and additionally to the local law

enforcement authorities.

It is vital that no individual hesitates in reporting either violations or perceived violations, DO NOT

attempt to evaluate the credibility of any claim and instead refer to USA Table Tennis and to the local

authorities.

To Whom to Report

Suspicions or allegations of violations of any part of this policy should be reported directly to the

Chief Executive Officer of USA Table Tennis without delay. In the event the allegation is made against

the Chief Executive Officer, the allegation must be made to the Chairman of the Board.

In some instances, a victim may feel more comfortable reporting to their responsible person within

the affiliated or associated club, it is entirely appropriate that they be able to do this. In this instance

the local responsible person will co-ordinate with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure a quick and

effective investigation.

What Information Do I need to make a Report?

USA Table Tennis encourages victims and those reporting to do so in the way most comfortable for

them, be that email, online, in person or by telephone.

An individual has the absolute right, as far as the law allows, to report anonymously if they wish to do

so, however it is strongly encouraged the following information is included in your report;

- Name of the complainant or complainants

- Type of Misconduct alleged

- Name or Names of the individuals alleged to be committing misconduct or misconducts

- Exact if known, approximate if not known dates of misconduct (there is no time limit on

misconducts).

- Names of any other individuals who it is believed may have (any) information regarding the

misconduct

- Summary of reasons to believe the misconduct has taken place. 


Will my report be treated confidentially?

USA Table Tennis commits that, and to the extent permitted by the law only, it will keep the

reporters, victims and the accused perpetrators names confidential from the public and from

members of USA Table Tennis. The individual responsible for the confidentiality of information is

the Chief Executive Officer, except in the event where the Chief Executive is a party to the case

where the responsible individual is the Chairman of the Board.

Can I report anonymously?

It is more difficult to effectively investigate and take action if reporting occurs anonymously

however, USA Table Tennis takes all reporting seriously and encourages members to report using

the above information. However, if it is more comfortable for the reporter you can absolutely

report anonymously simply by leaving your name and contact details off of the form.

When reporting please include all the information you are aware of, as this will assist USA Table

Tennis to investigate the matter effectively.

I’ve blown the Whistle on an alleged offender, what protection am I afforded?

Regardless of the outcome of an investigation, USA Table Tennis will not tolerate any type of

retaliation or victimization of any individual who comes forward to report misconducts in good

faith. Any such action shall be considered itself a breach of the SafeSport strategy and subject to

USA Table Tennis disciplinary procedures, the punishment for which will usually be permanent

expulsion from USA Table Tennis.

Bad Faith Allegations

USA Table Tennis has a policy of no tolerance to Bad Faith allegations. A report that is made in Bad

faith, is malicious or frivolous will be considered in breach of this policy and face disciplinary action,

which may result in the permanent suspension or expulsion from USA Table Tennis.