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6 categories of reducing risk in sport
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1. Warming up/cooling down
2. Checking equipment and facilities 3. Personal readiness/PAR-Q 4. Balanced competition 5. Adherence to rules 6. Correct clothing |
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How does warming up and cooling down reduce risk in sport?
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Warming up - More likely to prevent injuries such as:
Tear muscles Sprain joints Cooling down: Disperse lactic acid Prevent muscle soreness and aches |
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How does checking equipment and facilities reduce risk in sport?
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Equipment is safe to use (not broken etc)
In good condition (no bits hanging off etc) Suitable for sport and participants (correct size for age of players etc) Facilities are suitable for the sport (big enough, correct surface etc) Condition of the pitch/court is good (no holes etc) |
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How does personal readiness reduce risk in sport?
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Make sure they are ready to take part in exercise
Make sure they have no medical conditions that could be aggravated Highlight any potential problems |
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How does balanced competition reduce risk in sport?
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Weight categories - to protect participants safety(such as boxing)
Gender - safety of participants (contact sports) and fairness of competition (athletics/swimming) Age - safety of participants Handicap systems - so players of unequal ability can play in direct competition (golf) |
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How does adherence to rules reduce risk in sport?
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Ensure the safety of the participants
Helps games to flow Over aggression can cause serious injuries To prevent players being banned/fined Play in the spirit of the game |
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How does correct/protective clothing reduce risk in sport?
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Protective clothing prevents participants from being injured (built into the rules) (hockey/football/rugby)
Clothing may vary to position you play (goalie) Jewellery removed to prevent injury to yourself and others Clothing appropriate for the sport Suitable footwear for the sport to prevent injuries |
