Checklist for sports and activities

CHECK LIST FOR PEOPLE SUPERVISING SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

 Must have adequate knowledge of the rules and risks involved.
 Must be able to take authority over participants with regards to any conditions which could result in an injury or illness.
 Have appropriate clothing and footwear and check that participants also have appropriate clothing and footwear.
 Have a whistle if umpiring or refereeing sports.
 Be aware of non-participants in the activity/sports area.
 Choose the appropriate equipment for sports and activities.
 Choose the appropriate playing area, age, skill level and fitness level of participants for sports.
 Check that all sport/activity equipment is in good condition before use, and after use return to appropriate place and maintain as necessary or report to camp staff.
 Record all injuries in the Accident Register.
 Use discretion in deciding whether the climatic and weather conditions are suitable for sport or activity.
 Ensure that a qualified First Aider is on the property and locatable.
 Provide or ensure provision of adequate fluids on hot days.
 Monitor playing/activity times and condition/exhaustion levels of participants.
 Ensure use of all safety and protective equipment is available.
 Have careful supervision of moving and folding equipment.
 Must define sport playing area using clearly visible physical markers, e.g. cones.
 Check for removal of potentially dangerous jewellery and accessories.
CHECK LIST FOR PARTICIPANTS OF SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES
 Must wear suitable clothing and footwear for the sport/activity.
 Must follow the supervisors instructions and must adhere to the safety rules.
 Be aware of own fitness level and skill level.
 If playing sports must accept and adhere to umpire/referee decisions.
 Must use protective and safety equipment as directed by the supervisor.
Must remove all potentially dangerous jewellery or accessories.