Frequently Asked Questions - Loyola Marymount University

What kinds of programs involving minors are covered by the policy?

The following types of programs are covered under the policy:

Athletic Camps run by LMU
Athletic Camps run by third-parties
Summer Camps
Academic Programs
Service Projects
Specialty Camps
Community Outreach Programs

Are all programs involving minors covered under the policy?

No. The policy does not apply to:

Minors enrolled as LMU students
Minors on field trips from other schools or entities assuming they are chaperoned by their teachers or other personnel
LMU Child Care Center, which is subject to Federal and State regulations
Events open to the general public
Routine use of the university libraries

Do all programs or camps involving minors need to be registered?

Yes. All programs and camps involving minors need to be registered at least 30-days in advance with Risk Management. The registration form can be found here.

Does the length of the program or camp matter?

No. Any length camp, one day or more, is covered under the policy.

What is an authorized adult?

Any adult (18 and over) who supervise minors participating in camps or programs. This includes, but is not limited to faculty, staff, volunteers, students, interns, employees of third-party run camps, interns, employees of temporary agencies, independent contractors and on-campus vendors.

Are background checks necessary?

Yes. All personnel who run camps, or oversee the activities of minors during the camps, must receive a background check.

How do I get a background check?

Please visit our Obtain a Background Check page to begin the process of obtaining a background check for an Authorized Adult. Human Resources will absorb the cost of the background checks.

If I have had a background check at some place other than LMU do I need another one?

Yes. Background checks conducted for other entities are not valid at LMU and you must get another one.

Do volunteers need background checks?

Only if they are going to have unsupervised access to minors.

Do background checks need to be repeated?

Yes. Every two years a background check must be repeated.

Who pays for the background checks?

Human Resources will absorb the cost of the background checks.

What kind of training is needed?

All Authorized Adults need to take a training program on the child abuse and reporting act (CANRA).

Where can I obtain information about training?

For training, please contact:

Sara Trivedi
Title IX Coordinator and EEO Officer
Human Resources
University Hall 1900

Phone: 310.568.6105
Email: strivedi@lmu.edu

Whom do I contact for information about the policy?

Doug Moore, University Risk Manager: douglas.moore@lmu.edu; 310.338.3071.