Health & Safety

Health & Safety Policy for Manchester University Korfball Club

 “Being totally committed to the Health & Safety of its members, the Manchester University Korfball Club considers it good practice to operate in accordance with the following guidelines; which have been produced by the Club Committee, with reference to existing NGB guidelines”.

 Coaches/responsible person

  1.   Club has a Health & Safety officer responsible for ensuring safety of members of the club.
  2.   A qualified coach/responsible person is present at all matches, training sessions and tournaments

 First Aid arrangements

  1.   A trained first aider is always present at every match/ tournament.
  2.   There is a fully qualified first aider present at all times in the Armitage where we train and play home matches.
  3.   When playing away, first aid kit is located at venue before start of match.
  4.   There must be at least one trained first aider for every 8 players.
  5.   Any injuries/near misses must be noted in accident book at relevant establishment and an incident form must also be filled in and handed to AU Office.

Equipment/Transport

  1.   All organised travel must take place according to SPORT travel guidelines.
  2.   All equipment must be in good condition and safe to use.
  3.   Care must be taken when handling heavy equipment.

Venues

  1.   Ensure venue has first aid kit before playing a match/practice.
  2.   Ensure playing surfaces are safe before playing a match/practice. (e.g. no water spillages, loose flooring etc.)

Safety of Individual members

  1.   Ensure all players are wearing appropriate kit, no jewellery etc.
  2.   Ensure club is aware of any disabilities or medical conditions that members may have.
  3.   Ensure that no club members return to sport too early after injury.