Conflict among peers is common, and not necessarily a bad thing. Disagreement, teasing, and conflict are part of growing up, and children and adolescents need to develop skills to resolve these clashe...
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This resource is part of the Club Development Scheme, which provides assistance to Western Australian sport and recreation clubs and organisations to become better managed, more sustainable and to pr...
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This article discusses the right questions to ask about criminal records, the implications of Human Rights Legislation, and pardons.
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This form provides a complete history of the accident, type of injuries, type of facility or equipment involved and role of staff.
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It is the position of the City of Regina that no child, regardless of his/her medication needs as described above, be denied access to its programs. These guidelines will assist staff in providing sup...
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The author discusses the rise of violence in sports and attempts to define the concept of "aggression". He distinguishes between agression and assertiveness and examines the role of the coach in modi...
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Provides the alcohol policy for the town, rationale for its various components, and related agreement forms.
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The number of ATV-related hospitalizations has increased by almost 50% in the past five years, from 1,693 in 1996/1997 to 2,535 in 2000/2001. Children between the ages of 5 and 19 accounted for more t...
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Policies for the administration of emergency medication and the participation of alergic children in summer camp. Includes forms.
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The author discusses the legal and ethical responsibilities of physical education teachers towards their students. He discusses the number of lawsuits that have been instituted against phys. ed. teach...
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This form is intended to be completed each time an ambulance is called. It provides a complete history of the accident, type of injuries, witnesses, staff present, family members, and specific questio...
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The program is responsible for regulating the safety of more than 1,600 amusement rides in Ontario under the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000. These devices include such devices as roller coas...
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This report presents an analysis of data collected during the 1989 Baseball and Softball season from a sample of teams from the Ontario Baseball Association, Softball Ontario and Little League.
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This report presents an analysis of gymnastics injury data collected during September to December 1988 and January to April 1989 from a sample of gymnasts registered with the Ontario Gymnastic Federat...
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The purposes of this study were: to analyze the questionnaire data collected by others, to perform detailed statistical analyses of the data, and to construct injury profiles for the sports.Informatio...
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Guide for parks & recreation staff re. allergic reactions: what is likely, what to do, how to prevent. Includes forms for parents. This item is awaiting scanning into the database. Until that is c...
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This article discusses the S.M.A.R.T. approach recommended by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association to assist early recovery and rehabilitation for most ankle sprains. S.M.A.R.T. is an acronym for St...
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This articles explains sprains, how to treat them, and when it is safe to play sports again.
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This brochure defines terms related to discrimination, outlines how bias and prejudice lead to discrimination, and provides the following:- Guidelines for parents to discuss the topic with their chil...
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Discusses the issue of hazing as it confronts high school and university coaches and administrators. Describes some recent hazing incidents, legal implications, and risk management strategies.
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A sample policy which helps to establish a culture where violence and anti-social behaviour is not acceptable.
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This policy provides a means for members to have grievances addressed. It outlines procedures, responsibilities and rights.
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Manual covers general policies, staff, emergencies and includes forms.
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Aquatic safety management is not just a concern for the owner/operators of aquatic facilities (swimming pools, wading pools, hot tubs, or beaches). Many different groups and individuals have a need to...
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This manual outlines administrative and operational policies and procedures for aquatic staff and lifeguards.
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Peer relations during middle childhood and adolescence are an important part of children’s social and emotional development. Children and adolescents pick up essential social and communication skills ...
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Outlines the Town's policy on releasing children from programs.
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WSIB Regulation 1101 governs the provision of First Aid/Response in Ontario’s workplaces.
These regulations set our requirements for equipment and training in each workplace based
on the number of w...
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Resources are provided for anyone interested in risk management. Here you will find research papers in a wide variety of risk management related topics.
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To provide Ice Users with guidelines for responding to and for dealing with various emergency situations including: injuries, fire, explosion, building collapse, gas leaks, break-ins, and power failur...
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To provide Minor Hockey Coaches/Managers with guidelines for responding to and for dealing with various emergency situations such as: injuries, power failures, gas or ammonis leaks, building collapse,...
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This document outlines the City of Kitchener's policies on appropriate behaviour, vandalism, littering, harassment etc.
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This session, at the Parks and Recreation Ontario 2008 Annual Education Forum, focusses on identifying existing and potential risk management areas, understanding the kinds of questions to ask to isol...
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The Recess Ambassador Program is a strategy devised to minimize conflict in playgrounds during recess times. The key to preventing conflict lies in providing structure to student activities. The RAP p...
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A report on pre- and post-law bicycle helmet use in British Columbia.
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This article proposes a definition of violence and discusses how to determine what steps need to be taken to create appropriate legislation to prevent violence in sport.
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Unintentional injury continues to be the greatest cause of mortality, morbidity and disability for children and youth in Canada. Injury rates have been decreasing, however, and this has generally been...
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Health and Safety bulletin regarding protective headware for Ice Maintenance staff.
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Nita is thirteen years old and is in grade eight. Two years ago Nita was depressed, she felt miserable and confused. Her authentic-self went into hiding, because she was ostracized and set-apart from...
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Defines harrassment and provides a procedure for dealing with complaints.
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This by-law regulates horse-riding and equestrian facilities and provides safety measures for users of their services.This item may not be up - to date and is presented only as an example of typical r...
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This by-law regulates horse-riding and equestrian facilities and provides safety measures for users of their services.This item may not be up - to date and is presented only as an example of typical r...
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This by-law regulates horse-riding and equestrian facilities and provides safety measures for users of their services.This item may not be up - to date and is presented only as an example of typical r...
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This by-law regulates horse-riding and equestrian facilities and provides safety measures for users of their services.This item may not be up - to date and is presented only as an example of typical r...
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A policy statement regarding employment-related harassment between all individuals associated with CAPHERD. It outlines the policy statement, defintions of harassment, disciplinary action, confidenti...
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This standard form for collecting personal and health information for campers also includes a waiver form for injuries, use of photographs, and a code of conduct clause.
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104 pages of full colour diagrams and illustrations with step-by-step instructions on how to perform first aid. Making the review of first aid skills a breeze!
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Injuries rank as the leading cause of death in Canada for people between the ages of 1 and 44 years. 90% of these accidents were preventable. In 1992 Dr. Robert Conn gave up his career as a heart surg...
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This document provides guidance to you as an aquatic supervisor/ manager for the operation of aquatic facilities authorized to provide Canadian Red Cross swimming and lifeguard training programs. This...
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This statement addresses the need for a Canadian Swim-to-Survive program.
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Topics covered include:Why is it Important to Think About Child Abuse and Sports? Definitions of Child Abuse and Reporting Requirements. Reporting Requirements in other Canadian Provinces. How do I Sa...
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Results of a project to identify child, family and neighborhood predictors of childhood injuries using data from the National Longitudinal Survey of Children and Youth.
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CAN/CSA-Z614-07 is the updated industry safety standard for children’s playspaces and equipment in Canada. In Ontario this standard has received attention as child care centres, municipal parks, and s...
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This study was done in order to develop department policies and associated procedures for in-line skating. It examines the current situation in North York with regard to facilities, programming, and ...
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The authors outline a scenario where a child is intimidated and demoralized by criticism by his coach and peers, and they talk of the unfortunate tendency for coaches to encourage children to win at a...
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This section of the code of ethics is organized around four ethical principles identified during a workshop for Coaching Ethics Advisory Committee members.
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Provides photographs, diagrams, and tactical options for actual match situations, effective methods for teaching individuals, small groups, and squads with drills that make practice fun, interactive, ...
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the heart rate response of experienced amateur wrestling coaches during competition as a measurement of stress and arousal. It was found that the heart rat...
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Code 86 employees are non-unionized, front-line workers. This manual outlines their conditions of employment, required certifications, code of conduct, and safety and risk management procedures for al...
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Part of the Gymnastics Ontario Risk Management Handbook, this document outlines the principles of conduct of all members of Gymnastics Ontario including equity and access, and conflict of interest/co...
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Presents a code of ethics for recreation professionals. Includes the areas of competence, equality, leadership, integrity, cooperation.
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A part of the city's policy on zero tolerance for violence and vandalism, codes of conduct are provided for players, spectators, coaches, officials. league organizers, and parents.
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This guide provides information on avoiding communicable diseases while performing the duties of a lifeguard: while in the water, walking on the beach, or while in contact with a victim.
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This Par-Q form collects personal and medical information from those joining a community fitness centre.
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This 2 page form is for reporting customer complaints, injuries, child management incidents, missing person, vandalism, theft, accidental damage and lost items.
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Includes registration information and a release for use of photos.
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An extensive collection of resources on concussion assessment and treatment.
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Throughout the year the Lifesaving Society receives calls from lifeguards and groups such as schools with questions about lifeguarding events at local lakes, backyard pools or similar facilities. A co...
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Guide outlines in-line skating safety and courtesy rules. The guide also tells you always to use safety equipment, regardless of your skating ability or choice of terrain. Offers beginners' steps on h...
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Understanding how the critical concept of 'Reasonable Standard of Care' impacts the sport, leisure and recreation industry is the basis for all risk management planning efforts. To help develop this u...
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Provides the policy, rationale and procedures for a criminal record check.
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Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standards are intended to promote and encourage the provisions and use of public playspaces that are well-designed, well-maintained, innovative and challenging. It...
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To help people in the field work with the new CSA standard the the article lists Ten Key Areas as a
way to introduce some of the topics included in this document. There are many other important
subj...
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Bibliography of resources on deviant behaviour in sports such as cheating, violence, substance abuse and hooliganism. Includes references to historical and contemporary sports scandals.
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Part of the Gymnastics Ontario Risk Management Handbook, this policy explains complaints and appeals procedures.
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This policy outlines a code of conduct and procedures for disciplinary hearings.
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This brochure provides an excellent overview of the causes, effects, symptoms, and strategies for addressing eating disorders in athletes.
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Discusses specific examples of conflict between athletes and coaches, and supports the CPCA Coaching Code of Ethics
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This comprehensive study, the first of its kind, examines the circumstances surrounding drowning deaths in Canada between the years 1991and 2000. What sets this study apart from other annual reports o...
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Tips for teachers, parents, coaches, sport organizations and fitness leaders.
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This resource is intended for any person in a leadership role in sport and recreation. It is important for leaders in both areas to have an understanding of racism and its impact on the people with wh...
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Leaders in sport and recreation are attempting to create an environment free from discrimination and oppression - where the principles of equity, fair play and inclusion are solidly in place. This Com...
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The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to recreation facility operators in
designing a plan of action to deal with emergency situations that may occur in the
facilities under their ju...
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Includes information on when and how to call 911.
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This article deals with emotional abuse, philosophical abuse and parental misconduct.
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This report makes six recommendations aimed at making Canada’s injury rates the lowest in the world.
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Cette brochure s’adresse aux moniteurs de sports et de loisirs et aux bénévoles qui travaillent avec les enfants et les jeunes. Elle vise à vous sensibiliser à l’importante responsabilité que vous ave...
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This policy acknowledges the social, recreational, economic and historical value of localized equestrian activity and fosters policies and strategies that attempt to manage the local equine industry i...
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This manual is deigned to assist facility managers to improve the safety of their existing or planned facility. It includes sections on reviewing the facility, developing a catch-up plan and an ongoin...
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A sample form for evaluating volunteers.
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Sports and recreational clubs are involved in event management at all levels, whether it's a sausage sizzle to raise funds or organising a competition - events are a fantastic way to get your club out...
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This booklet is intended to be used as a guideline in the development of individual sport safety programs and policies by coaches, officials, managers, trainers, or facility operators. Topics included...
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Discusses concerns facing municipalities regarding recognizing and inculcating action sports into their sport budgets
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This research project attempts to answer the following questions:Was there an increase in stick related penalties or body contact penalties in the OHL following the introduction of masks in 1985?Was t...
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Topics include: Understand your legal obligations,Identify client needs,Choose the right location,Improve access,Ensure personal safety ,Ensure adequate lighting,Avoid danger spots,Provide good changi...
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This policy outlines the steps to be taken if facility lock-down is required:if there is a threat to staff or the public from outside the facilityin the case of a missing personin the case of ex...
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Manual that helps league organizers promote fair play by incorporating fair play in their rules, policies and scoring systems for 8 to 14 year olds.
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A code of ethics for officials with respect to fair play.
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A coach has many roles to play and numerous tasks to perform. None is more important than the tremendous responsibility of developing an athlete's sense of fair play. This booklet will help coaches to...
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Manual that helps coaches improve their ability to teach and motivate 8 to 14 year olds by using fair play games and activities.
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This information package contains helpful guidelines that will help administrators, directors and managers to manage risk and reduce the dangers associated with serious accidents. Included in the pack...
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This book was written mainly for professionals working in injury prevention, especially those working in public health, and other individuals who are interested in this field.
The book focusses on...
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This brochure primarily focuses on gender equity as it pertains to girls and young women in community recreation settings. It outlines goals, guidelines, and success factors for gender equitable prog...
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GOODSPORT aims to encourage players, coaches, trainers, officials, parents, volunteers and administrators to lead by example - to show that being good sports is what hockey is all about - that it is t...
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The introduction of this discussion paper explains that there are normally two types of codes that organizations use: aspirational ones or prohibitive ones. Codes of conduct should contribute to the p...
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The Guide outlines the "pool regs" in simple language using everyday terms understood by aquatic personnel.
Chapters parallel the regulation: 1. Definitions. 2. Classification of pools. 3. Pools exe...
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Includes sections on: Youth Protection & Adult Leadership Aquatics Safety Camping Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Use and Abuse Emergency Preparedness and Activities Winter Activities Harassment and Ab...
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The main purpose of the Ontario Camping Association (OCA) Accreditation Program is to helpcamps create an enriching, positive, safe and healthy experience for the children and staff intheir care. Usin...
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The guidelines are intended for use in building, maintaining and upgrading both public and private pools and spas. Includes technical information for pool and spa professionals and general information...
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Presents guidelines for the installation, use and storage of full-size or nearly full-size soccer goals. Intended for use by parents, parks and recreational officials, sports equipment purchasers, coa...
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Provides some general guidance on the topic to assist internal discussions, and for the review and ultimate creation of policy and procedure for Critical Injury Reporting.
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Presents playground equipment safety information in the form of guidelines. Intended for use by parks and recreation personnel, school officials, equipment purchasers, installers, and others intereste...
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These Guidelines provide information, definitions, examples and legal information on harassment, to assist organisations in understanding the issue and their legal and ethical obligations. It includes...
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Harassment-Free Sport is the Hillary Commission's document containing policy and procedures for helping keep sport free of unwanted hurtful behaviour. It offers guidelines for sport and leisure organi...
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Identifies the interventions selected as important to act upon and the lead organization who will be responsible for championing the items.
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This policy statement defines harassment, outlines responsibilities, disciplinary action, confidentiality and complaint procedures.
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Defines harassment for both staff and athletes, including coach/athlete sexual relations. Provides detailed procedures for handling complaints.
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A policy on harassment and abuse in wrestling.
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Outlines the association's policy on harassment, and procedures for making complaints, for both members and staff.
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Outlines SPRA's policy on harassment of staff, volunteers and participants including issues such as confidentiality.
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This brochure provides a series of policy statements addressing harassment, abuse and intolerance in lacrosse.
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This position statement has been developed in an effort to reduce the incidence of head injuries, including concussions, in soccer.
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Outlines the causes and symptoms of head injuries as well as providing tips for preventing them.
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This article provides important information about the symptoms and treatment for concussion, considerations before returning to play, and summarizes research about protective headgear,
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Describes why air quality can be a concern in arenas, and what can be done to prevent CO and NO2 poisoning.
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Recommendation to reduce the amount of toxic gases produced while the arena is in use
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This article covers the following HIGH FIVE® standard policies and procedures:1. Commitment to Children Policy2. Code of Conduct and Ethics3. Discipline and Complaints Policy4. Dispute Resolution Pol...
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This planning guide will help community members and leaders, band and hamlet councils,
aboriginal organizations, regional health and hospital boards, governments, and regional and
territorial associ...
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The Sports Injury Prevention and Care Program was developed by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation and the Ontario Sports and Recreation Centre as a means of reducing the risk ...
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Pamphlet on the predisposition, causes, first aid and prevention for hypothermia.
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Guidelines for providing a safe and enjoyable skating environment - includes food and beverage consumption, skating speed, and skating aids, use of helmets, hockey games, sitting on boards, whellchair...
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Features ice-related drowning statistics; ice facts and ice smart safety tips; signs and symptoms of cold shock response and hypothermia; ice rescue procedures; signs and symptoms of critical incident...
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A sample report form to be used in cases of personal injury.
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An incident report form suitable for intergenerational programs.
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CHIRPP is a computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries to people (mainly children) who are seen at the emergency rooms of the 10 pediatric hospitals and of 5 general h...
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CHIRPP is a computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries to people (mainly children) who are seen at the emergency rooms of the 10 pediatric hospitals and of 5 general h...
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CHIRPP is a computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries to people (mainly children) who are seen at the emergency rooms of the 10 pediatric hospitals and of 5 general h...
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CHIRPP is a computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries to people (mainly children) who are seen at the emergency rooms of the 10 pediatric hospitals and of 5 general h...
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CHIRPP is a computerized information system that collects and analyzes data on injuries to people (mainly children) who are seen at the emergency rooms of the 10 pediatric hospitals and of 5 general h...
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This document describes common injuries in hockey, in the hopes that it will assist trainers to recognize potentially serious injuries and provide the appropriate initial first aid for these injuries.
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Provides guidelines for hockey trainers to get hockey player to his optimum level of
performance after an injury.
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A proposed multidisciplinary framework to guide the conduct of injury prevention research.
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Two page overview of Injury Prevention, its reason for being, its objectives and methods.
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A sample brochure for distribution to older adults.
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A brief discussion of safety consideration for football players.
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This article provides statistics from around the world on injuries. It also speaks about how many injuries the Children's hospital sees annually and suggests that most of these injuries are preventabl...
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Recommendations are provided for parents and pediatricians, with special emphasis on the novice or inexperienced skater.
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This procedure is intended to:
reduce injuries in the workplace and reduce the chance of accidental loss occurring
reduce claims against the Town
provide improved information for the...
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Insurance in Sport and Recreation: A Risk Management Approach picks up where Managing Risks leaves off, and explores the role of insurance in a risk management program.The handbook briefly reviews the...
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This article reviews lightning-related injuries and deaths for several sports and activities: camping/hiking, boating, picnics, golf, cycling/equestrian/tennis, basketball and soccer. Some general fac...
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This article briefly describes some of the implications of head injuries among children.
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D'information de quel type d’activité physique les enfants atteints de maladie chronique peuvent-ils pratiquer, de tout-petits à d'adolescents. Quelques suggestions s’adressant aux enfants souffrant d...
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Inclus : Les stratégies de prévention, Ce que peuvent faire les parents, Ce que peuvent faire les dispensateurs de soins, Ce que peuvent faire les collectivités, D'autre Ressources.
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Discusses legal issues, specifically legal liability, in the municipal recreation environment.
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A concise report on legal liability for fitness which includes information on waivers, informed consent, and leading court cases, as well as sample forms for facility and program managers.
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This handbook provides directors of non-profit organizations with information about their legal responsibilities and practical suggestions for managing risk and minimizing personal liability.
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Ce guide vise à permettre aux organismes sportifs et à leurs administrateurs de se
doter de mesures préventives en matière d'abus sexuels. Grâce à des mesures concrètes,
ils pourront prévenir les c...
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Le présent document est le suivi de différentes initiatives provinciales concernant les jeunes à risque. Il décrit les nombreuses recommandations présentées par les groupes et des organismes du Nouvea...
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Provides an overview of general policies and procedures for all lifeguards as well as those specific to each pool. Topics covered include:off rotation and on rotation duties, evaluation of swimming le...
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This document discusses skin cancer as an occupational hazard of lifeguards, and an approach to reducing this risk for employers.
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This paper recounts the project undertaken on behalf of Impulse Leisure, whereby we examined the practicality of using drowning detection systems (DDS) to improve pool safety, while rationalising (i.e...
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Although there is no absolute protection against lightning because of its random nature, the risk of being struck can be substantially reduced. This article describes general safety rules that apply t...
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This is a one page advisory for risk managers on liability for liquor consumed in locker rooms during or after hockey games.
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This document explains the emergency plan for lost program participants. It includes guidelines for designating a search coordinator, implementing a search plan, media contact, and the role of program...
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This is a sample of the information and resources which are included in an emergency kit created by the Dovercourt Recreation Centre, specifically for Aquatic Emergencies.
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Proceedings of a forum held in the fall of 1998 to discuss harassment and abuse in sport and proactive approaches to these issues.
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The Making All Recreation Safe™ Awareness to Action initiative helps Canadian communities implement abuse and harrassment prevention strategies to make their recreation services safer. The Tool Kit i...
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A practical resource that will assist sport organizations in taking
important and initial steps to creating safer environments for
children who participate in their sport programs. Developed i...
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This handbook covers three main topic areas: Understanding Negligence, The Risk Management Process, and Tools and Techniques in Risk Management.
The first section, Understanding Negligence, provid...
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A listing of publications of the Municipal Alcohol Policy Action Group. It is divided into overview and policy sections. Policy sections include: development, examples, implementation, and evaluati...
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This document provides Cabin Users with guidelines for responding to emergency situations such as fire, gas leaks, power failure, break-in, building collapse, explosion, injury or accident.
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Lists the minimum safety standards for providing instruction or coaching services.
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Provides standards for those establishments providing trail or pack riding activities.
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The authors, researchers from the Addiction Research Foundation , report on their findings from an Ontario survey conducted to determine the status of Alcohol Management in Municipally Owned or Manage...
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An example of a brochure explaining the reasons for, and how to comply with, a local municipal alcohol policy. It is intended for use by those intending to book municipal facilities.
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Outlines the city's policy on alcohol use in municipal facilities, with the rationale for the policy.
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This booklet is designed to help municipal officials, politicians and volunteers understand their potential liability and the need for municipal alcohol policies - particularly for municipally-owned r...
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This policy provides guidelines for responsible management practices at Special Occasion Permit functions at municipally owned or leased facilities.
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The Oshawa Emergency Plan outlines the procedures to implement the necessary actions to manage a major emergency within the City of Oshawa and also identifies the roles and responsibilities of respond...
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Myths about sexual harassment are based on outdated and incorrect assumptions and sex role stereotypes. Standards for acceptable behaviour in the workplace are changing to show more respect for women ...
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Provides “how to” advice in the area of liability, explaining common defenses against liability as well as the basics of statutory liability.
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This article describes the warm up exercises needed for participants in hurdling events and the importance of doing these exercises to avoid injury.
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Article from PRO newsletter, Dec. 1999 on screening volunteers who will be working with children and youth.
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The Northern and Remote Water Safety Education Advisory Committee prepared this resource to address the high number of drowning deaths in northern and remote communities of Manitoba. Its intent is to ...
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This document provides generic wording for informed consent, which can be adjusted to suit various activities and forms.
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This paper identifies activities where helmets may be effective in preventing or reducing the severity of brain injuries and is intended as a guide policy discussions.
A key objective while researchi...
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The primary purpose of this paper is to enable lifeguards and lifesavers to recognize drowning non-swimmers at the earliest moment to their plight. It has been written in the belief that the options a...
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The OSI promotes the importance and benefits of screening people in positions of trust, and supports voluntary sector leaders in working with their member organizations to develop and implement effect...
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The city operates a park surveillance program in the summer months using two part-time seasonal staff. A list of duties, and a reporting form are provided.
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This memo provides information designed to help protect a recreational provider from liability for claims or lawsuits that may result from those activities through the effective use of waivers, what t...
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This form asks health related questions to determine if there is a reason why exercise might be inappropriate.
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Sample form completed by each fitness & aquafitness participant prior to the first class. Provides information on health and exercise readiness to the instructor.
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ALL participants in The City of Calgary, Recreation, Learn to Skate programs are required to wear a hockey helmet (preferred) or an acceptable alternative. Bicycle helmets are not permitted; entry ont...
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This form collects medical information, as well as details on authorization for release of participants from the program, and emergency contacts.
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Waiver form for children participating in high risk recreational activities.
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This handbook provides employment and operational information such as health and safety, harassment prevention, preformance expectations, customer service and media relations, reporting of child abuse...
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Sample of a personal injury report form for use by parks and recreation staff.
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The purpose of this form is to give permission for the use of names and photographs in Community
Services Department publications : i.e newspaper articles, Community Services Leisure Guide,
brochure...
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Describes various intensities of exercise and guidelines for the time each day that children from toddlers to 17-year-olds should spend in structured or unstructured physical activity. It also provide...
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This form asks exercise related health questions and provides an informed consent statement.
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This manual was produced by Toronto Parks & Recreation as a tool to provide a better understanding of personal safety issues in parks and open spaces. It is hoped that with an increased understanding ...
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This guide to building playspaces accessible to all includes: background on the Playability philosophy and the importance of inclusive play nine guidelines for planning and action how to get a playspa...
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A short list of basic safety considerations.
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This manual covers five main topic areas - getting started, fundraising, playground design, on-site co-ordination, and wrapping up. The appendices provide a variety of supplementary information, inclu...
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Provides practical tips for ensuring safety of children while playing in public playgrounds.
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A brief artilce on playground injury statistics and a program to reduce them.
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Describes the first detailed strategic risk assessment of outdoor playgrounds in the UK for over a decade. Reviews international research on risk factors. In summary, the risk of injury on UK playgrou...
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A police check procedure will assist the department in determining if an employee or a volunteer is suited to a particular type of job. It will serve to both protect all parties involved and to act as...
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This article discusses 5 areas where policies on police record checks often encounter problems - deciding who to screen, what records to check, what is being screened, who reviews the reports, and pr...
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This document is intended to ensure that qualified applicants are recruited, screened, trained, and supervised in order to prepare them for the area of work in which they will be involved.
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Policy on hiring full, part-time and summer staff, as well as for recruitment of volunteers. Includes topics such as job descriptions, interviewing, criminal reference checks, screening of volunteers,...
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The purpose of this procedure is 1) to outline the preventative and corrective measures to be taken in handling accidents, injuries, complaints or incidents in Town of Banff owned/operated facilities ...
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This document provides a policy and procedures on administration of oral or injectable medication on a regular basis as well as in emergency situations.
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Policy and procedure for the administration of prescribed medications at camps and programs.
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This document provides a policy and procedures for dealing with children not picked up after closure of the swimming pool.
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Includes policies on heat and cold stress and sun protection. Intended to protect city employees.
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Provides policies and procedures related to closure of Municipal buildings and Municipal facility operations in the event of severe inclement weather, including heavy snowfall, sustained storm or hurr...
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This policy sets out the Commission's interpretation of the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code relating to racial slurs, jokes and harassment.
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This policy statement contains the Ontario Human Rights Commission's interpretation of provisions of the Human Rights Code relating to discrimination because of sexual orientation.
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Provides definitions and procedures for reporting violations of the policy.
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Ce document présente les dispositions du Code des droits de la personne de l'Ontario, telles que les interprète la Commission.
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Ce document présente les dispositions du Code des droits de la personne de l'Ontario, telles que les interprète la Commission.
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Intended to provide a practical, usable consensus for use in the management of sport related concussion.
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The Academy has formulated this position paper regarding the role of bicycle helmets, to provide information for medical practitioners and members of the public that support the mandatory use of bicyc...
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The Academy has produced this position paper to promote prevention of eye and facial injuries by advocating use of facial protection in ice hockey.
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This report provides the Academy's medical input into the growing controversy in Canadian society regarding the issue of violence in the game of ice hockey and its impact on player safety.
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The Lifesaving Society believes that the proper education of boaters, regarding safe operation of their boats and improved government regulations, related to the wearing of lifejackets/PFDs and the ag...
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This statement defines the operators resposibilities on zoning and posisioning of on-duty lifeguards.
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Explains the position that lifeguards must receive ongoing training in the workplace.
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Outlines the society's position on providing information concerning the risks of sun exposure and ways of reducing these risks.
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This statement recognizes the increasing popularity of swimming programmes for infants and the enjoyment of the parent and child in his shared activity, and makes a series of safety related recommenda...
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This is the Mississauga Recreation and Parks Preliminary Instructions for Clients. It is an agreement to be signed by a client previous to a fitness evaluation.
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This guide is designed to help employers by outlining the organizational benefits of preventing and addressing harassment in the workplace. It includes information on key issues, such as:
developing...
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Recommendations regarding playground construction and planning to ensure maximum safety for a child. Included: Prevention strategies, What parents can do, What health care providers can do, What commu...
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This is one of a series of Guidance Documents meant to assist boards of health to identify local issues and implement standards for public health programs. It provides background information...
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This section of the Board's Policy Manual provides the policy, procedures (including lunchrooms, shared equipment, administration of medication etc.) and a parental authorization form.
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Although designed for the fitness professional, anyone, whether volunteer, staff, or management can benefit from this handbook which provides guidelines for the proper application of safety standards.
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This brochure provides educational material that addresses the issues of positive body image and eating disorders among female athletes.
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As most of you are aware liability insurance for sports groups and associations is a topic that has been discussed, studied and consulted to for the last two years with little result other than a summ...
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Use this checklist to inspect local school and community playgrounds and notify school or park officials about any hazards found. CPSC document #327.
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This policy sets out the principles and practices of the Canadian Hockey Association (CHA) with regard to abusive behaviour towards participants. Each Branch and Affiliate Association is responsible f...
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This document provides an example of a waiver form used by students and staff participating in a fall camp canoe trip. The form owes much of its content to forms used by the University of Oregon, publ...
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A waiver and informed consent form for participants in adult recreational hockey.
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The RISC form has been developed to provide clarity for the Park Board recreation staff, management and Association members on indemnification coverage as outlined in the 2000 Community Association, P...
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This issue covers injuries in sport and recreation. General information comparing injuries from sports to all injuries in the Canadian population is derived from StatsCan's General Social Survey 1987...
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Documents the results of a study study of the numbers, types and consequences of injuries that are incurred by Ontario residents during participation in sport and other physical recreation activities....
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This is an example of a waiver form which users must sign before they use municipal recreation facilities.
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Applies to helmets intended to help reduce head injuries for
recreational alpine skiers and snowboarders. It defines the areas of
the head that are to be protected for impact injuries and covers the...
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Describes a procedure to open various Municipal Pools to the public in the event of severe summer heat conditions.
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This 34-slide PowerPoint presentation for sports and recreation organization leaders covers the following topics: 1. Negligence and Standard of Care2. Risk Management3. Policies and Procedures4. Legal...
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This is a standard release form for use of photographs for promotional or publicity purposes.
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A standard release form used by the City of Richmond Hill concerning use photographs of children for promotional or publicity purposes.
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Staff and volunteers are mandated by law to report all cases of suspicions of a child in need of protection to Family and Children’s Services. This document provides a protocol and procedures for r...
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Reviewing Programs Together is a resource designed to enable parents/guardians to provide valuable feedback to program leaders about the quality of their child’s sport and recreation programs, by usi...
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This article is an attempt to provide parks and recreation ad administrators an understanding of the RID factor so that they can take steps to prevent unwitnessed drownings. It is believed that the i...
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A major part of recreation is managing risk through: identification and analysis of risk exposure, determining alternative options, selecting and implementing the best possible alternatives, and monit...
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This presentation from the 2006 Canadian Parks and Recreation Association Annual Conference in Saskatoon, provides an introduction to the concepts of risk management and the law of negligence, within ...
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The following article is the first in a four-part series dealing with risk management and not-for-profit organizations. We will discuss the broad range of risks organizations can face and how to preve...
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The purpose of these guidelines is to provide an overview of the general operating principles and management approach to minimize liability in recreation. These are general in nature and are...
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Discusses the importance of an effective risk management program for the sport and recreation industry
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Part of the Gymnastics Ontario Risk Management Handbook, this document includes sections on dress code, curfew, travel accomodation, banned substances, vandalism, sportsmanship and harassment.
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This Safe Boating Guide provides up to date information on current regulations governing recreational boating. Long time readers of the Safe Boating Guide will want to take particular note of new or c...
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This article defines safe use of portable propane appliances at special events for recreation facilities.
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The purpose of this manual is to address safety considerations in regard to the operation of swimming pools. A checklist of standards are offered in the areas of supervision, lifeguard orientation a...
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Contains recommendations for owner / operators with regard to the maintenance of safe aquatic facilities to reduce the risk of exposure or transmission of Sever Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) withi...
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With proper eye protection, virtually all injuries suffered in sports are preventable. This booklet outlines the need for eye protection in amateur hockey.
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This document educates participants, coaches, managers, leaders, and volunteers about abuse and harassment.
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appropriée des documents: Les documents peuvent être télédéchargés ou imprimés (un seul exemplaire). Vous avez la liberté d'éditer les documents que vous télédéchargez et d'en faire usage pour vos pro...
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This procedure provides a consistent practice for staff to use should a program participant becomeseparated from the group.
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A sample authorization form for a limited security clearance investigation, for use with volunteers.
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A position paper on homophobia in sport.
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This Guide has resulted from work done by the Inter-departmental Committee on Sexual Harassment to help ensure that individuals who come forward with complaints of sexual harassment are provided with ...
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A waiver form for adult shinny hockey.
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This article discusses risks and risk management, injury rates, negligence, and due diligence.
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Sample signage and rules for a skatepark facility.
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Provides rules for sfaety and public enjoyment of skating sessions.
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Smart Equestrian is an injury prevention program designed for young riders, coaches, trainers and parents.
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The Smart Hockey: More Safety More Fun! program is the longest-running and most requested of ThinkFirst Canada's injury prevention programs. This program is divided into 5 segments for easy use in ins...
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This is a brief statement of policy on human rights.
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Safety Alert: Discusses hazards associated with spas and hot tubs; and precautions to prevent deaths and injuries.
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Extensive resources for athletes, coaches, parents and organizations to deal with harassment and abuse in sport. Includes definitions, avoidance, screening, etc.
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An overview and preliminary results from a systematic look at literature addressing injury prevention measures for sports and recreation activities.
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A summary of the Sports and Systematic Review Report, a project with three components: the examination of existing evidence on the effectiveness of current prevention strategies in selected sports and...
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This report discusses common sources of legal action involving sports and recreation and provides recommendations to manage risk and address access and affordability.
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l'urgence de l'Hôpital de Montréal pour enfants nous voyons plus de 750
enfants et adolescents par année pour des blessures liées aux activités
sur roues. Lisez la suite pour savoir comment évite...
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This article explains what a concussion is, how serious the problem is, and gives recommendations for management of concussion as well as advice on preventing it from happening. Reference is made to S...
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The BCRPA Recreation Program Standards offer parks and recreation departments a basic set of criteria to ensure that recreation and leisure activities targeted to young children provide for their safe...
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This is a generic form for reporting damage or injury to the city, which does not infer acceptance of responsibility by the city.
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Description of a test that measures teen stresses stemming from family, school, peers, contemplation of the future and even from within. The test has been adapted for the classroom to make it active a...
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This form shows the questions to ask when registering a child with ashtma, including both triggers and specifics about inhaler use. It also provides information on asthma symptoms and emergencies that...
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This guide address the quality of air in Ontario arenas and provides arena operators with a practical resource to ensure a safe and healthy facility environment. These guidelines are considered to be ...
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Are the mechanical rooms of Ontario arenas and aquatic facilities considered to be “confined spaces” as defined in the Interpretation of the Industrial Regulations of the Occupational Health and Safet...
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Recommendations for guidelines and facility analysis to help reduce unnecessary risks and assist in maximizing the safety of patrons. The main objective of this process is to ensure that the arena fac...
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The Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (O.R.F.A.) presents a guideline for “Public Skating” in
the province of Ontario. These guidelines will assist Facility Owners and Personnel in running a...
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This form provides personal contact and medical information as well as consent to the inherent risks of camp activities.
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This manual provides detailed policies and procedures to be followed by summer camp staff and a series of appendices including: minor incident/accident log; discipline log;discipline report letter; ac...
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Includes a waiver form for liability and use of photos.
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Available to support families, youth groups and school teachers who want to offer the Swim to Survive Award. The Swim to Survive Award is based on the Canadian Swim to Survive Standard. A simple, stra...
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The 14 sport specific manuals contain easy-to-follow lesson plans focused on basic skill development, games and activities. Every manual also includes illustrations, skill cues, supplementary activiti...
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A policy for the athletes of Team Saskatchewan.
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This publication is meant to guide parents in their search for safe and appropriate activity or sport programs and assist coaches and leaders who want to offer developmentally appropriate activities. ...
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This brochure describes ten ways a sport environment can make a commitment to promoting a positive body image for female athletes.
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Table of Contents
Policy Statement
Responsibilities
Disciplinary Action
Confidentiality
Harassment Official
Complaint Procedure
Procedure Where a Person Believes that a Colleague has been Haras...
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This booklet is designed to assist youth and recreation personnel in understanding the issue and their role in its prevention, as well as providing a resource for the development of policies and train...
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Prior to using an edger, it is the ice technicians responsibility to understand how it works, what it is designed to do, its limitations and associated dangers.
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This resource guide, developed at the urging of community leaders and workshop participants, provides practical information on how to respond to the challenge of using physical activity and recreation...
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Summary of the Together with Youth guide outlines all the key points in the full document. Theoretical and practical approaches to planning recreation services for youth-at-risk.
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Includes two resources: Coach Reflections - The Coach Kit - over 10 practical, reproducible worksheets that any coach will find handy!; Practice planner; Personal goal setting charts for athletes; Ath...
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Sample of an incident report form for recording public complaints, vandalism, theft, child management, missing person, accidental damage, or lost items.
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Provides guidelines and checklists to assist coaches in planning a successful road trip for recreational sports teams.
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L’initiative « Les loisirs en toute sécuritéMC – Sensibilisation à l’action » aide les communautés canadiennes à mettre en œuvre des stratégies de prévention du harcèlement et des violences qui rendro...
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Explains and outlines recommendations for location of equipment and training of personnel in the operation of defibrillators if their professional activities require that they respond to persons exper...
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Outlines general policies about use of the facility, including age restrictions for children in the pool area and weigth training room, parental supervision, and use of special family change rooms.
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A presentation focusing on the importance of data in supporting effective injury prevention programming and securing funding. Identifies easily accessible and reliable sources of data. Also helps deve...
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This report provides the findings of a survey conducted to determine the degree to which violent behaviour in recreational environments existed in Ontario.
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An agreement and waiver statement for volunteers.
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The City of Cambridge has provided recreation services primarily through a community development model since the early 1980’s. In a community development model, volunteers decide for themselves what p...
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Intended for provincial and community sport organizations, this resource provides examples of volunteer job descriptions, interview how-to’s, and background, reference and police check procedures. Als...
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Sample of a parental permission form.
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This is a guide for Community Information Centres which will help to identify needs which can be met by volunteers and provide information about recruitment, training, skill matching and evaluation.
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A waiver form for skateboarding, roller-blading, roller-skating, specialty bicycle and associated activities.
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A generic waiver form for all recreational activities.
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A waiver form for participation in community recreation classes.
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The purpose of this guide is to provide information on waiver agreements so that sport and recreation organizations can make more informed risk management decisions. Information is provided about the ...
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A list of rules and suggestions, written in plain language, for use of the skateboard facilities.
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Provides an overview of how to recognize and report child abuse specifically for sport and recreation leaders. It includes a chart of the physical and behavioural indicators of all types of abuse - ph...
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The purpose of this document is to assist organizations in creating safe environments for participants by:
I. addressing the risks of harassment and abuse inherent in the sport and recreation environ...
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A brief introduction to the topic with ordering information for more extensive set of books.
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Includes acknowledgement of risk, photo and work release forms.
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