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^ Legal liability game plan <br />liability <br />1. <br />► <br />i <br />^ i <br />4. <br />5. <br />Keep a log - Record keeping is a valuable tool and should <br />include daily practice routines, what you did when <br />someone got hurt, when you last checked the facilities <br />and equipment, when and who you reported a safety <br />hazard, etc.This information should be inclusive enough <br />to remind you of what might of happened two or three <br />years ago in the event that a liability situation arises after <br />the fact. <br />Obtain parental consent forms - it's important that the <br />consent form is signed because it shows the parent <br />consented to the child participating in the sport. It <br />should state that injuries arc a part of the game and that <br />you are not responsible for injuries that are a natural part <br />of the game. It's al.so advantageous to have a statement <br />signed by a physician that they are of the opinion that <br />the athlete is fit to participate in the sport. The form <br />should al.so contain a statement of the vital health related <br />information of the athlete, including items like allergies. <br />Obtain emergency medical treatment consent form - this <br />allows the coach to obtain emergency medical treatment <br />when necessar)’ when the parents are unavailable, <br />inspect facilities prior to each use <br />Report facility hazards in writing <br />6. <br />7. <br />8. <br />Inspect equipment • throughout the season check all of <br />>'our equipment for defects and if you find any discard <br />the piece and replace it with a functional piece. <br />Proper!) fit equipment - it’s vital to know how to <br />p«)perly fit the equipment so that it functions the way <br />that it was designed. <br />Use safety equipment - there’s lots of safety equipment <br />on the market that often isn’t pitwided by the league but <br />you should consider its use as another step in the <br />prevention of injuries. <br />Train a.ssistant coaches - finding qualified assistant <br />coac hes is an area that if ot crlooked could increase your <br />personal exposure to liabilit)'. When you have players <br />under the supervision of other adults it is equally <br />important that thc> are also trained and certified. <br />10.Provide adequate super\’ision - be sure to have enough <br />adult supervision to assist you during all activities that <br />are going on at the .same time. When delegating <br />supervi.sory re.sponsibilities make sure that they only <br />teach proper techniques and never violate a safety rule. <br />9. <br />( <br />•—/X <br />N <br />I <br />Also: <br />coaches transporlin^ players in their own vehicle <br />can lx* personally liable for passenger injuries and <br />should carr>’ a personal auto policy with liability <br />limits of at least $5(K).()(K). f <br />coaches in outdoor sports <br />should check fencing and backstops to make <br />sure they’re in good condition and make sure the <br />bleachers are also in good shape and a safe distance <br />from the playing area. <br />coaches should help keep fans from hugging the <br />sidelines where plavers or fans can be injured <br />during collisions. <br />be qualified in basic first aid <br />when a child is injured make it your responsibility <br />to fully inform the parents what happened and the <br />actions you took and make a note of your <br />conversation in your log. <br />never give an athlete any internal agents <br />don't move an injured athlete <br />never leave the children unattended just before, <br />during or immediately following a practice or game <br />plan for an injury so if one does occur someone has <br />already been designated to call for emergency help <br />1