570 School Safety: Athletics Supervision

Modules:
3
Hours:
3
Sectors:
Public Sector
Target Audience:
Employee
Fee

Description

Course Description

The number of young athletes continues to grow rapidly, with participation increasing at the grade school, recreational, and high school levels. Proper supervision of these athletes is essential for coaches to better understand their individual needs and capabilities.

This course covers several important topics relevant to athlete safety, including:

  • Concussions and other health risks
  • Weight room safety
  • Athletic field safety

Free Access

As an OSH Center student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. Documentation of your training—such as exam scores, certificates, and transcripts—can be accessed by purchasing a certificate package.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you should be able to:

ID Objective
TO 1.0 Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment.
LO 1.1.1 Describe the hazards coaches face, especially the danger signs and response to concussions.
LO 1.1.2 Discuss the threats to athletes as a result of heat stroke and cardiac arrest.
LO 1.2.1 Describe the hazards to which students are exposed while working out in weight rooms.
LO 1.2.2 Describe the typical injuries that can be anticipated in the weight room.
LO 1.2.3 Discuss the process of inspecting and maintaining weight rooms to help prevent injuries.
LO 1.2.4 Summarize important safety rules for students using weight rooms.
LO 1.3.1 Discuss best practices and policies for maintaining security at athletic events.
LO 1.3.2 Describe ways to best prepare for and respond to emergencies at athletic events.
LO 1.3.3 Discuss an action plan for inspecting athletic facilities.
LO 1.3.4 Describe best practices and policies when there is a potential for lightning.
Key Topics
  • ✔ Coaching Safety
  • ✔ Weight Room Safety
  • ✔ Athletic Event Safety
  • ✔ Concussions
  • ✔ Medical Emergencies
  • ✔ Hidden Threats for Student Athletes
  • ✔ Heat Stroke
  • ✔ Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • ✔ Maintenance and Supervision Concerns
  • ✔ Bleacher Safety and Hazards
  • ✔ Lighting Safety Precautions

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