1.2.c Preventing injury in physical activity and training Flashcards
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What is a hazard?
something that has a potential danger to cause harm
What is a risk?
something that exposes you to danger or harm
What is the primary difference between a risk and a hazard in a sports setting?
A hazard is a potential danger, while a risk is the exposure to that danger.
Name two common hazards in a sports hall
- wet floors
- loose mats
Name a significant risk to participants in a swimming pool
slippery edges
What is a potential hazard associated with artificial pitches?
Inadequate drainage
Name an action which can help prevent injury in a fitness gym
warming up before workouts
What is a common risk when using trampolines in a sports facility?
multiple users at once
Name 3 hazards of a playing field
- uneven ground
- hidden obstacles
- poor visibility
What should be done to minimize risks in a fitness centre?
regularly inspecting and maintaining equipment
What is a key factor in preventing drowning in swimming pools?
having a lifeguard present
Name a risk associated with playing on an artificial pitch
inadequate padding
What is a common hazard in fitness centres that can lead to injury?
cluttered workout areas
define risk assessment
techniques used to measure the risk of an accident happening
define injury
physical harm or injury caused by someone by accident
what does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
define PPE
equipment which is intended to be worn to prevent injury following the lines of the sport
identify 4 things which can prevent injury in sport/ physical activity
1) balanced competition
2) wear PPE (if needed in specific sport)
3) correct clothing and footwear
4) lifting and carrying equipment safely
give 3 examples of PPE in sport
- gum shields
- shin pads
- helmets
