Sport-Specific Checklists

1 Sport-Specific Checklists The following Sport-Specific checklist of safety considerations is intended to encourage local school inspections, discussions and planning efforts. These guidelines should not be considered comprehensive of every situation. For that reason, it is strongly suggested that a panel of Sport-Specific coaches, recreation supervisors and private sector rental users be convened to examine and assess the checklist specific to the facilities and equipment used in a particular sport. IMPORTANT NOTE PERTAINING TO ALL FACILITIES For each facility, it is assumed that local officials will account for an adequate supply of drinking water, emergency communications, emergency response plans and capabilities and emergency vehicle access.

2 For outdoor facilities, it is assumed local officials will account for lightning detection capabilities ( detection equipment, Weather Service emergency weather radios) and an ability to notify coaches practicing in remote areas of approaching severe weather. It is also assumed that spectator bleachers will meet code requirements and will be inspected by qualified, trained professionals within required time frames. Baseball/Softball Equipment Components Check for: Date Inspected/ Initial Playing Equipment Protective Equipment Current NOCSAE certification.

3 Properly fitted. Proper wearing. NOCSAE Helmets Adequate inventory, eft/right ear protectors l Fit, cracked plastic shells or ear flaps Bats Splintering. Metal stress on aluminum bats. NFHS approved bats Sliding pads Proper fit. Proper wearing. Shoes Proper cleat length. Field Condition & Field Equipment Playing field Fill holes/pits, secure base posts and keep receptacles free of debris. No sprinkler heads exposed Oriented so that pitches are 0 degrees to sun s rays. 9 Chain Link Fence Wire repaired.

4 Top of fence capped. Cap n good repair i Pitchers Shield Wire repaired. Top of fence capped. Cap n good repair i Backstop Mesh in good repair. Cage frame in good repair Batting Cage Use orange ball indoors. Post rules for use. Light Poles Located outside field fence r padded at base of pole. o Field Equipment Pitching Machine Grounded plug. Accuracy/dependability of machine s pitches. Post rules for use. Basketball Equipment Components Check for: Date Inspected/ Initials Backboard & Rims Bottom edge & orners of board c Padding.

5 Ceiling Suspension Cable stress Metal stress at ceiling attachment. Safety cables in place and in good repair. otor in good repair. M Rims Breakaway or Flex rims. Posted rules prohibiting anging on rims. h Electrical Equipment Public address, scoreboard, wall plugs, record player, facility ights, l PA and lights powered by emergency generator. Grounded plugs. Ground fault interrupter in sockets. Control panels recessed. Timing devices, shot clocks Grounded plugs, wiring recessed and naccessible to spectators i Floor and Bleacher area Boards or artificial surface Handrails in place.

6 Define aisles to highest seating area. Repair splinters and cracks or replace boards. Free of debris. Adequate safety space to walls, bleachers and between courts or padded danger areas. Recessed fire extinguishers, ountains and thermostats. f Storage Barrier free playing area Adequate space for bulk items such as portable baskets, trampolines, gymnastic apparatus or wrestling mats. Cross Country Shoes Proper fit, arch support as needed Sweat suits and rain gear Adequate for temperature, humidity and precipitation Uniforms Ventilated properly and appropriate for temperature extremes.

7 Race Course Ruts, gopher holes Remove overhanging tree branches Finish chute Ruts, gopher holes, lines and poles in good pair Course Flags In good repair, securely anchored Emergency notification and other capabilities Electronic capability or golf carts to notify individuals on a golf course of approaching severe weather and to transport competitors or others from the course Head count on all competitors before and following a race. Equipment Storage Areas Equipment Components Check for: Date Inspected/ Initials Electrical Grounded eceptacles r No loose receptacles, rayed wires f Floors, Stairs, exits Thoroughfare Barrier free.

8 No debris. Escape possible in two irections d Light, Sound Code compliance Emergency use Adequate for safe work. Solid steel key locks. Striker plates, locks in ood repair. g Sanitation & Pest Control Pesticides Prohibit student access while pest treatment applied. Storage Bins Doors, side walls Splintering, securely attached to wall/floor Fire protection Fire extinguisher Checked for pressure and for appropriate fire response Football Equipment Components Check for: Date Inspected/ Initials Fields Playing area Holes, pits, debris.

9 Adequate safety space to spectator areas. No xposed sprinkler heads e Field Equipment Pylons, flags, down box Soft, pliable, brightly colored. Down box added p Scaffolding OSHA standards for installation. Anchored, appropriate safety rails and toe boards, locked heels, outriggers w Goal posts (competition and practice) Padded and removed from end line (competitive and ractice goals). p Field Markers Sideline markers soft, pliable. Lines, non-orrosive material. c Sideline Drains Covered with plywood or heavy mats during ith competition w Sanitation Receptacle with biohazard container for efuse with blood.

10 R Player Equipment Helmet Current NOCSAE certification. Legal chin strap. Proper fitting and wearing. Protective padding & mouth guard Proper fitting and wearing. Sanitary use of mouth guard. Shoes Proper cleat length. Practice Equipment Blocking sled Weld all broken leaf springs and struts. Replace broken springs and sleeves. Replace torn pads. Check for metal stress. Spring-Operated Resistance Machine (NOTE* These machines are illegal in some states) Secure or isolate when not in use.