Unit 2: Health, Safety And Injury In Sport

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Unit 2 Health, Safety And Injury In Sport

• You, Health And Safety And The Law

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• When working in sport you must be aware of the
  relevant laws that deal with health and safety.
• These laws exist to protect people working in
  and using sports facilities.
• Facility owners, managers, employees and coaches
  have to ensure that that everyone is aware of,
  and abides by, the relevant regulations and
  legislations.

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• Failure to implement, and uphold, the law can
  result in severe punishments. This could be
• Closure of the stadium or facility.
• A bad reputation for the facility.
• A hefty fine.
• Imprisonment.
• An order to pay compensation.
• Withdrawal of licenses.

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• Some facilities may also have voluntary codes of
  practice to improve safety and reduce the risk of
  injury.
• An example of such a code of practice is often
  shown in a swimming baths. This includes
• No running on the poolside.
• No diving
• No splashing.
• No eating or drinking in the pool.

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Specific Rules, Regulations And Legislation
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The Health And Safety At Work Act 1974

• All employers have a duty of care to ensure that
  a safe working environment is provided which is
  free from anything that could cause harm or cause
  a risk to health or life.
• In this instance, the employer could be the club
  the facility provider, eg the Council or the
  coach.
• Think of some risk factors that may exist in a
  sports centre. Eg a slippery sports hall floor.
• Who might be affected by the risk?
• How can the risk be minimised or prevented?

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The Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health
Regulations 2003 (COSHH)

• Employers must ensure that anyone who uses
  chemicals or substances that could cause harm to
  others is aware of safe practices relating to
  storage, handling and use. Specialist clothing
  may have to be provided by the employer, eg
  gloves.
• This may be particularly relevant in a public
  swimming pool or groundsmans storeroom.

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Health And Safety First Aid Regulations 1981

• There must be qualified first aiders in all
  leisure facilities, companies and other
  organisations. These people must be trained and
  able to take control of first aid situations and
  look after the first aid equipment. A fully
  stocked first aid kit must be available.
• Employers are responsible for the training of
  first aiders. The number required depends on the
  number of employees in the organisation.

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The Safety At Sports Grounds Act 1975

• This Act protects the safety of spectators at
  sporting events.
• The organisers or facility owners must ensure
  that spectators, participants and staff are all
  within a safe environment.
• If the capacity of a stadium is greater than
  10,000 then a safety certificate is required from
  the local authority.

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The Children Act 1989

• This Act protects children and states that anyone
  working with children must
• Obtain clearance from the Police and Criminal
  Records Bureau.
• Be suitably qualified to work with children.
• Be trained to recognise the signs of abuse.
• Be trained in methods of dealing with abuse,
  reporting procedures and referral.

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