Player Injury/Welfare

In the case of all serious injuries such as dislocations and broken bones, or if an individual is unconscious, a cautious approach is required and an ambulance should be called.

All head knocks and suspected concussions must be treated with caution at all times and professional medical advice sought as soon as possible.

The manager is responsible for the welfare/health of the students while they are representing the school at sport. If the team does not have a manager then the coach or a parent must step into this role. Each manager must have the emergency details of their team whenever they attend a match and this should be continually updated.

If an injury is seen to be minor the coach/manager should use their own professional judgement as to whether the player can continue. Each manager should have a suitable first aid kit with them. If items are used it is up to the manager to ensure that the items are replaced as soon as possible.

If there is any doubt over the extent of the injury it must be treated as serious and the following steps taken. 

• Player is removed from the field (unless a suspected spinal injury – player NOT to be moved and an ambulance must be called) 

• Professional medical advice is sought either at the ground or the nearest medical facility. An ambulance should be called for serious injuries such as dislocations, fractures and serious concussions. 

• The student’s parents/caregivers are to be contacted as soon as possible 

• Manager/coach is to stay with the student until parents/guardians arrive or upon escorting the student home 

• A report on the injury logged on the Injury Register.