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Cat: Sports

108 Resources
Access in Performance Venues and Sports Arenas [doc] [25233] ?

Ideas and advice on what to consider for accessibility in arenas

Access to Outdoor Trails [25234] ?

An accessible trail is a trail that is accessible to and usable by people with disabilities

Accessibility Guidelines for Recreation Facilities [25235] ?

Guidance for boating, fishing, golf, swimming pools and more

Accessibility Guidelines for Sports Facilities [25229] ?

This guide is intended to help designers and operators in using the accessibility guidelines for sports facilities

Accessible Stadiums - Key Features [25240] ?

Highlights key accessibility requirements of the ADA that apply to new

ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Recreational Facilities [23275] ?

Requirements for sports facilities, golf courses, spas, boating facilities, etc.

All Terrain Vehicle: Tips and Practice Guide [pdf] [26618] ?

Safety tips and guide for the all-terrain vehicle rider

All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety - Youngsters [pdf] [8009] ?

Suggestions for parents - ATV injury preventive actions

All-Terrain Vehicles: Two, Three & Four-Wheeled Unlicensed Motorized Vehicles [8900] ?

Official policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Alternative Vehicles on Campus [pdf] [22308] ?

Example of university's policy for the us of off-road vehicles on campus

Anabolic Steroid Abuse [2372] ?

Research reports and bulletins based on the findings of recent studies on the use of anabolic steroids in the US

Anchoring Your Tent Safely [pdf] [18417] ?

Some safety techniques of tent anchoring and staking

Asthma: Actions for the Physical Education Instructor and Coach [pdf] [11370] ?

Provides advice for classroom teachers, coaches, etc. on how to handle asthma attacks

ATV Information & Safety Tips [15969] ?

State of New York guidelines regarding operating ATVs

ATV Safety Institute [26619] ?

National program of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety education and awareness

ATV Safety Tips [pdf] [830] ?

ATV safety tips includes an ATV off-road practice guide

Baseball / Softball Risk Management Planning Guide [19601] ?

Basic strategies designed to decrease the likelihood of injury

Beware the Hazards of Ice [15203] ?

Safety advice for ice fishing and iceskating on ponds and lakes

Bicycling & Genital Numbness in Males [22295] ?

Warning signs of too much pressure on the perineum area when bicycling and its prevention

Bleacher Inspections [19621] ?

The following guidelines form the basis for safe bleacher use and operation

Bleacher Retrofitting Guidelines [pdf] [24318] ?

Guidelines for bleacher inspection and maintenance

Bleacher Safety Act Info [19591] ?

New Jersey and Minnesota bleacher safety act information

Boating and Fishing Accessibility [25232] ?

ADA accessibility guidelines for boating and fishing facilities

Boating Safety/WaterSkiing/WakeBoarding in Physical Education [19596] ?

Lesson plans, assessments, objectives, tips, and techniques

Camping in the Great Outdoors [19460] ?

Camping safety advice

Camping Safety [18492] ?

Series of safety tips for campers including first aid kit advice

Canadian Sports Safety & Outdoor Activities [25269] ?

Safety materials related to sports, bicycling, swimming, winter sports and much more

Cast Guidelines / Upper Extremity [12687] ?

Guidelines as to when children should participate in sports when wearing a cast or splint

Certified Athletic Trainer [19593] ?

Adding a certified athletic trainer on staff will help in injury prevention and treatment

Cheerleading Safety Guidelines [22392] ?

Full text of sample safety rules and policies for cheerleading

College Sports Drug Testing, Health & Safety [1774] ?

NCAA drug testing requirements - injury statistics for college sports, sports medicine handbook and more

Concussions [11617] ?

Symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, prevention

Crowd Control Procedures for Athletic Events [19592] ?

The following are some crowd control procedures

Emergency Plan - Athletic Events [9649] ?

Steps that you can take to develop an emergency plan for any athletic situation

Emergency Procedures During Thunder & Lightning Storms [15204] ?

Full text of a safety operating procedure for outdoor recreational facilities

Field Guide to Off-Road Vehicles [22307] ?

Their negative impacts on the environment, wildlife, and health and public safety

Golf Accessibility [25231] ?

ADA accessibility guidelines for access to golf facilities - info for course operators

Guide to Cheerleading Safety [25130] ?

A series of guides for cheerleaders, administrators and coaches

Gymnastics: How to Avoid Injury [7872] ?

Explains common gymnastics injuries and how to avoid them

Hazards with In-Line Roller Skates [10546] ?

Safety alert bulletin from CPSC to wear safety gear when skating

Heading the Ball in Soccer [12688] ?

Series of articles related to the danger of heading the ball in soccer

Helmet Safety Standards [1419] ?

Nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education and development of helmet standards

High School Sports Injury Information [1507] ?

Statistical information related to high school sports injuries

Hiking Safety Info [25016] ?

Consumer safety fact sheet

Hiking: Recreational Forest Trails - Plan for Success [5059] ?

Explores proven ways to plan, construct & interpret various types of recreational forest trails

Ice Skating Safety [pdf] [11982] ?

National Safety Council recommends these skating safety tips

In-Line Skating Safety Info [25009] ?

Safety fact sheet for consumers

Inline Skating Rules [19594] ?

Rules of the road for inline skating safety

Inline Skating Safety [pdf] [19626] ?

Covers various aspects of inline skating

Inter-Association Task Force for Appropriate Care of the Spine-Injured Athlete [12689] ?

Guidelines for the pre-hospital management of the physically active with suspected spinal injury

Kids and Sports [525] ?

Why kids are at risk for sports injuries and how to prevent them

Locker Room Safety Checklist [pdf] [15954] ?

Practices for locker room safety

MN-Minnesota Bleacher Safety Act [pdf] [24809] ?

Requirements of the act

Mouthguards in Athletics [18650] ?

Protect teeth from trauma in sports activities by wearing a mouth guard

National Youth Sports Safety Foundation [12686] ?

Dedicated to reducing the number & severity of injuries youth sustain in sports & fitness activities

NCAA Drug Testing Program [22647] ?

Information concerning the NCAA's drug testing program

NCAA Playing Rules and Officiating Books [22649] ?

NCAA produces rules of play in 13 sports

Nine Tips for Snowmobiling Safety [12868] ?

Brief summary of snowmobile safety

Nutritional Guidelines for the Athlete [10154] ?

Proper nutrition for optimal performance

Off-Road Vehicle Safety Guidelines [pdf] [22002] ?

A policy in use at a major university

Outdoor Developed Areas - Accessibility [25236] ?

Assistance with ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas (e,g., picnic and camping areas)

Outdoor Recreation Safety [26267] ?

Hiking and camping safety materials

Paintball Rules: American Paintball League [pdf] [22637] ?

Text of the standard rule book

Paintball: Playing Safely [21716] ?

Paintgun safety, playing safely, etc.

Planning of Outdoor Recreation Areas [pdf] [14725] ?

Advice on planning for outdoor recreation

Prevent Sports Injuries [3616] ?

Series of brochures & fact sheets on how to prevent orthopedic sports injuries

Protecting the Eye in Sports [pdf] [14352] ?

Sports Eye Protection Guide

Protective Eyewear for Young Athletes [8909] ?

Recommendations on sports eyewear from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Recreation Liability and Lawsuits [25270] ?

Minimizing the liaiblity exposure of outdoor recreation programs

Risk of Injury From Baseball and Softball in Children [8907] ?

Many softball and baseball injuries can be prevented by following a few simple tips

Rucksack Packing and Fitting Tips [26129] ?

Download a poster that illustrates how to pack and fit a rucksack (pdf)

Running and Walking Shoes [17062] ?

Finding the right shoe for you

Safe Kids Fact Sheets [12683] ?

Information on child-related injuries and deaths due to sports, bicycles, and more

Safety Points in a High School Athletic Program [16939] ?

Safety checklist for high school athletic programs

Skate Park & Roller Hockey Rink Rules and Regulations [25121] ?

Sample rules and regulations

Skate Park Etiquette [25261] ?

A list of recommendations for skateboarders

Skate Park Management [25260] ?

A public-private approach to skatepark management

Skate Parks [25256] ?

Building your legal defenses while building your skate park

Skateboard Injuries [8901] ?

Recommendations for safe use of skate boards and scooters

Skateboarding Safety Tips [pdf] [11983] ?

Safety fact sheet offers advice on safety when skateboarding

Skating as Transportation [19595] ?

This paper is about street skating, also known as inline skating for transportation

Ski / Snowboard Rules of the Slope [pdf] [19600] ?

A safety factsheet

Ski Safety News [12239] ?

Newsletter on ski accidents and ski law

Sledding Safety Tips [25020] ?

Consider the following commonsense precautions when children will be sledding

Snowmobile Safety [pdf] [832] ?

Fact sheet related to snowmobile safety

Snowmobile Safety [23830] ?

Safety tips

Snowmobile Safety Awareness [9473] ?

Injury facts, suggestions for prevention, and approaches to safe operation of snowmobiles

Snowmobiling Hazards [8905] ?

Official policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Sport Rocketry Safety Codes [24530] ?

Model Rocket Safety Code, High Power Rocket Safety Code , Radio Control Rocket Glider Safety Code

Sport-Related Concussion [9643] ?

Concussion is the most common head injury that occurs during sport participation

Sports Concussions [22265] ?

Assessment and Management of Concussion in Sports

Sports Eye Safety [6151] ?

Sports eye safety quiz, recommendations and tips for proper selection of eye protectors

Sports Injury Prevention [14485] ?

Safety fact sheets and guides on sports

Sports Injury Prevention Fact Sheets [19602] ?

Designed to reduce injuries and promote safe participation in sport

Sports Injury Prevention Posters [10036] ?

A series of sports and recreation injury prevention posters

Sports Safety [24238] ?

Covers snowmobiles, trampoline use, sports eye safety, the great outdoors

Standards for Athletic Equipment [1761] ?

Safety organization that provides NOCSAE Standards for sports equipment

Thunderstorm Safety and Outdoor Events [25281] ?

The following key points are noted within the NCAA's guideline

Tips To Prevent Soccer Injuries [22266] ?

Prevent Injuries in Young Soccer Players

Trail Surfaces [25239] ?

Surface is a critical component of an accessible trail

Trampoline Injuries [18842] ?

Basic advice concerning trampoline safety

Trampoline Safety Alert [10543] ?

CPSC safety alert related to trampolines

Trampoline Safety Rules [8902] ?

Conclusions and recommendations regarding trampoline use

Water Skiing / Boating Safety [19598] ?

Practice water and boat safety when water skiing

Water Skiing Safety [19597] ?

How to Retrieve a Downed / Fallen Skier

Winter Sports Injury Prevention: Hockey [10557] ?

Safety tips when you play ice hockey

Youth Ice Hockey: The Effects of Body Checking [8906] ?

Policy statement form the American Academy of Pediatrics