The SAFE Pillars & Training
Four pillars of safety plus free training for every volunteer.
Organized around four core safety pillars, SAFE offers practical guidance, training and best practices that protect children, promote physical safety, support mental well-being and strengthen responsible league operations.
What is Little League® SAFE?
For nearly 30 years, Little League’s A Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) has set the standard for safety across local leagues, reducing injuries and strengthening volunteer readiness. Building on that success, Little League has launched two new initiatives: Little League SAFE and SAFE to Play.
Little League SAFE brings together trusted safety resources to help leagues provide a safe, positive and consistent experience for players, volunteers and families. Safety is a shared responsibility, and SAFE supports leagues in building a strong, informed approach to safety at every level of the game.
Organized around four core safety pillars, SAFE offers practical guidance, training and best practices that protect children, promote physical safety, support mental well-being and strengthen responsible league operations — helping leagues prepare volunteers, support players and foster an environment where kids can learn, grow and enjoy the game throughout the season.
The four SAFE pillars
Practical guidance, training and best practices for every league, organized around four core safety pillars.
Child Protection
Creating safe, respectful environments where players are protected and supported. Clear expectations, education and engaged volunteers all play an important role in keeping kids safe.
- Child Protection Program
- Background checks
- Abuse Awareness Training
- Rule of Two
Physical Safety
Preventing injuries, preparing for emergencies and maintaining safe playing environments. Proper equipment, safe facilities and informed volunteers all play an important role in supporting safe play.
- First Aid Awareness Training
- Concussion, sudden cardiac arrest and AED laws
- Weather and lightning safety
- Day-to-day safety checklist
Mental Well-Being
Creating a positive environment where players feel respected, supported and encouraged.
- Diamond Leader Training
- Positive Coaching Alliance
- MLB Crisis Text Line
- Safe at Home Foundation
Local League Risk Management
Helping leagues plan ahead, operate responsibly and respond effectively when unexpected situations arise.
- Safety Awareness Training
- Annual Facility Survey
- Insurance and facility check-ups
Safe Sport Training for all
Creating a culture where everyone can thrive is a shared responsibility. Safe Sport Training gives anyone involved in sport — coaches, volunteers, officials, board members and staff — the knowledge and skills to recognize, address and prevent maltreatment.
Safe Sport Training (Coaching Association of Canada)
Free 90-minute eLearning, in English or French, on any device. Professional development points for certified coaches.
The Locker
Log in to your Locker account and select Safe Sport Training. New users can create a free NCCP account to get started.
Volunteer screening (Volunteer Alberta)
Screening education, development grants up to $3,500 and vulnerable sector check fee waivers for eligible Alberta nonprofits.
For leagues — details through Volunteer Alberta.
Source: Little League Alberta, “Safe Sport and Complaint Reporting,” September 30, 2026 presentation and October 2026 governance guidance; Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ALIAS); Coaching Association of Canada. Governance guidance — not legal advice.