Starter quiz
- We must abide by the ______ of the game in order to keep everyone involved safe.
- 'rules' ✓
- Match the sport to the protective equipment used.
- gum shield⇔hockey ✓
- helmet⇔cycling ✓
- arm guards⇔cricket ✓
- goggles⇔swimming ✓
- Which of these sports facilities are you most likely to find uneven surfaces which might cause you to twist your ankle and sprain it?
- sports hall
- swimming pool
- astro turf pitch
- fitness centre
- playing field ✓
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- Which of these items of personal protective equipment are mandatory in amateur boxing?
- gum shield ✓
- head guard ✓
- shin guards
- gloves ✓
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- Match the hazard to the most likely facility it will be discovered in.
- tripping over a dumbbell⇔fitness centre ✓
- cutting yourself on discarded litter⇔playing field ✓
- slipping on a wet floor⇔swimming pool ✓
- incorrectly moving a trampoline⇔sports hall ✓
- Which of these are commonly used in school sport to minimise the risk of injury?
- having separate competitions for male and female teams in contact sports ✓
- having competitions in which anyone who goes to a school can compete
- having competitions for different age ranges (eg. Year 9 or U12) ✓
- having competitions which teachers can play for the teams as well
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Exit quiz
- What is a feature of long distance running shoes which aims to reduce injury risk for participants?
- studs to help grip on muddy surfaces
- high profile to support the ankle
- cushioned sole to help absorb shock ✓
- steel toe caps in case heavy items are dropped on the toes
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- Match the measure taken to make sport safer with the reason for it.
- coloured belts in martial arts⇔to ensure people of similar experience compete against each other ✓
- weight categories in boxing⇔to ensure people of similar size compete against each other ✓
- age categories in school sport⇔to ensure people of similar development age compete against each other ✓
- male/female categories in some sports⇔to ensure gendered physical differences do not make competition unfair ✓
- The term used to describe items such as helmets, shin guards and knee pads is personal ______ equipment.
- 'protective' ✓
- Put these stages in order when ensuring that a heavy object is lifted correctly.
- 1⇔bend your knees to lower your body
- 2⇔keep back straight as you take hold of the item
- 3⇔hold the object close to your body as you begin to lift
- 4⇔lift by extending your legs
- Which of these roles do the officials play in a game of football to keep players safe?
- check the goalposts and nets are safe and secured ✓
- ensure players are wearing shin pads and have removed jewellery ✓
- caution anyone who uses foul and abusive language
- use yellow and red cards if needed to punish those who use foul play ✓
- keep track of the score in a notebook
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- Swimming pools are particularly hazardous facilities to participate in. Which of the following should a swimming teacher be aware of to reduce injury risks?
- the ability level of the swimmers ✓
- the temperature of the water
- the ratio of teachers to swimmers permitted ✓
- the location of any damaged or cracked tiles ✓
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Key learning points
- Measures taken to ensure the appropriate level of competition include categorising by age, gender and experience.
- Personal protective equipment should be worn where necessary to reduce risks and limit the severity of injuries .
- Sports hall, playing field, artifical outdoor area, swimming pool and fitness centre all have unique hazards to monitor.
- Correct lifting and carrying technique should be taught and used when moving heavy objects to reduce the risk of injury.
Common misconception
Injuries can be prevented in sport and physical activity.
We can significantly reduce the risk of injury using the measures discussed in the lesson, however nothing can guarantee an accident causing injury to a performer.
Keywords
Risk - the likelihood of harm or injury occurring during physical activity or sport
Hazard - something that has the potential to cause harm, injury, or damage during physical activity or sport
Injury - physical harm or damage to the body
Personal protective equipment - an item of clothing or equipment designed to be worn to limit the chance or severity of injury
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