Safety Guidelines Revisions for the 2013/2014 School Year

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1 Safety Guidelines Revisions for the 2013/2014 School Year Note: Module names in the Table of Contents are hyperlinked to revision summary below. Elementary Curricular Generic Section Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form.. 10 Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 10 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding/Snowblading Archery Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball Climbing Ascending Lines Climbing - Bouldering Climbing Challenge Courses Low Elements Climbing Challenge Courses Towers/High Elements Climbing Climbing Wall and Related Activities Climbing Ice Climbing Climbing Outdoor Rock Climbing Climbing Zipline/Tyrolean Traverse Cricket/Cricket Variations Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Curling Cycling Dodgeball Dragon Boating Field Hockey

2 Fitness Activities Floor Hockey/Gym Ringette Football Flag/Touch Goalball Golf Gymnastics General Procedures Gymnastics Parallel Bars, etc Horseback Riding English/Western/Therapeutic In-line Skating/Quad Roller Skating Kinball Lacrosse - Field Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Mountain Biking Outdoor Education Backpacking/Hiking Outdoor Education Camping (No Canoeing) Outdoor Education Canoeing Outdoor Education Flatwater Kayaking Outdoor Education General Procedures Outdoor Education Paddle Rafting Outdoor Education - Swimming Relay and Tag Games Rowing (including Viking Boats) Rugby Flag/Touch Sepak Takraw Skateboarding Skating - Ice Snow Tubing Soccer/Crab Soccer/Soccer Baseball Softball Lead-Up Games Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Speed Skating Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tennis Tetherball Tchoukball Tobogganing/Sledding Track and Field High Jump

3 Track and Field Modified Javelin Activities (Foam/Plastic) Track and Field Shot Put Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Track and Field Turbo Javelin Tricycles Tug of War Ultimate Disc Volleyball - Beach Water Polo Wrestling Yoga/Pilates Elementary Interschool Generic Section Appendix A Interschool Athletic Participation Form Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 19 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to20 Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding Baseball - Fastball Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball - Ice Cricket Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Field Hockey Football Flag/Touch Golf Hockey - Ice

4 Lacrosse - Field Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Ringette - Ice Rugby Flag/Touch Soccer Indoor/Outdoor Softball Fast Pitch Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tennis Track and Field High Jump Track and Field - Hurdles Track and Field Shot Put Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Track and Field Turbo Javelin/Turbojav Tug of War Ultimate Disc Volleyball - Beach Water Polo Elementary Intramural Generic Section Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form.. 24 Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 24 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Plan Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Secondary Curricular Generic Section Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form.. 26 Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 26 4

5 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding/Snowblading Archery Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball Climbing Ascending Lines Climbing - Bouldering Climbing Challenge Courses Low Elements Climbing Challenge Courses Towers/High Elements Climbing Climbing Wall and Related Activities Climbing Ice Climbing Climbing Outdoor Rock Climbing Climbing Zipline/Tyrolean Traverse Cricket Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Curling Cycling Diving - Springboard/Tower Dodgeball Dragon Boating Field Hockey Fitness Activities Floor Hockey/Gym Ringette Football Flag/Touch Goalball Golf Gymnastics General Procedures

6 Gymnastics Parallel Bars, etc Hockey Ice/Lead-Up Games Horseback Riding English/Western/Therapeutic In-line Skating/Quad Roller Skating Kinball Lacrosse Box/Field Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Mountain Biking Outdoor Education Backpacking/Hiking Outdoor Education Camping Outdoor Education Canoeing Outdoor Education Canoeing Moving Water Outdoor Education Canoe Tripping Outdoor Education Flatwater Kayaking Outdoor Education General Procedures Outdoor Education Paddle Rafting Outdoor Education - Sailing Outdoor Education - Swimming Outdoor Education Winter Camping Relay and Tag Games Ringette - Ice Rowing (including Viking Boats) Rugby Contact/Non-Contact Scuba Diving Sepak Takraw Skateboarding Skating - Ice Snorkeling Snow Tubing Soccer Indoor/Outdoor Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Speed Skating Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tchoukball Tennis Tobogganing/Sledding Track and Field - Discus

7 Track and Field High Jump Track and Field - Hurdles Track and Field - Javelin Track and Field Shot Put Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Track and Field Turbo Javelin Triathlon Swimming, Running, Cycling Tug of War Ultimate Disc Volleyball Volleyball - Beach Water Polo Weight Training Wind Surfing Wrestling Yoga/Pilates Secondary Interschool Generic Section Appendix A Interschool Athletic Participation Form Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 37 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to 38 Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding Archery Baseball - Hardball Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball - Ice Cricket

8 Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Cycling/Mountain Biking Diving - Springboard/Tower Dragon Boat Racing Field Hockey Football Flag/Touch Football - Tackle Golf Hockey - Ice Lacrosse Box/Field Ringette - Ice Roller (Inline) Hockey Rowing Rugby Soccer Indoor/Outdoor Softball Fast Pitch Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tennis Track and Field - Discus Track and Field High Jump Track and Field - Hurdles Track and Field - Javelin Track and Field Pole Vault Track and Field Shot Put Track and Field - Steeplechase Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Triathlon Swimming, Running, Cycling Tug of War Ultimate Disc Volleyball - Beach Water Polo Secondary Intramural Generic Section Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form

9 Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses. 43 Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS)

10 Elementary Curricular Generic Section Medical Conditions section updated to include process to follow for common medical conditions as well as asthma and SADS. Concussion definition updated. Management procedures for a suspected concussion removed from this document (see Appendix C-1 for full procedure). Process for returning to physical activity following a non-concussion injury updated. environmental conditions was revised. Procedures for use of gym divider doors or curtains were revised. Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form This Appendix is now split into two parts: an information sheet to be kept by parents/guardians and a form to be filled in by parents/guardians and returned to the school. Statement regarding student accident insurance added. Information added regarding Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome and procedures for handling fainting episodes due to a possible cardiac disorder. environmental conditions was revised. New information requested: date of last medical examination and tetanus shot; use of prescription drugs, eyeglasses, contact lenses, orthodontic appliance or presence of other dental modifications; diagnosed concussion in the last two years; any other medical conditions which may limit participation. Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses New appendix Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity This appendix is a significantly revised version of Appendix D-1 Physical Activity and Sport Related Concussion (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Context updated. Concussion definition updated. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner must diagnose. Possible signs and symptoms expanded. Initial response for concussion identification updated for both unconscious and conscious students updated. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion to be used to conduct an initial assessment of a conscious student, which must be provided to parents/guardians signed by the teacher regardless of whether a concussion is suspected or not. Student may now return to activity if receives a blow but concussion is not suspected signs are not observed and symptoms are not reported, however parents must be notified of incident. Expanded information and procedures to follow for parents/guardians prior to seeking a diagnosis. Specific responsibilities of school principal outlined prior to seeking a diagnosis. Procedures outlined for documenting/reporting concussion diagnosis for both parents/guardians and school principals. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Roles/responsibilities, importance and members of Collaborative Team outlined (especially parent/guardian, teacher/coach and school principal). Special circumstances to consider added (e.g., timing and location of concussion management procedures). Return to Learn Strategies table added. Objective of each step in the Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan added. Important information specific to each step revised and added. 10

11 Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion New appendix. Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination This appendix is a revised version of the first part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. This appendix now only used to document results of a medical examination. If no concussion is diagnosed, physical activity resumes. If a concussion is diagnosed, refer to Appendix C-1 and C-4. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner does not sign form; parent/guardian signs form. Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan This appendix is a significantly revised version of the second part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Duration and restrictions of each step removed see Appendix C-1 for more information. Separate pathways added following results of Step 1. o Symptoms improving parent/guardian signature before moving to Step 2a Return to Learn. o Additional parent/guardian signature before proceeding to Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. Symptom free parent/guardian signature before moving directly to Step 2b Return to Learn and Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. If symptoms return, student is to visit medical doctor/nurse practitioner who specifies to which step the student must return (no longer must return to step 1). Parent/guardian signs form. Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Statement regarding administering medication revised. Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome information revised. 911 emergency medical situations revised. Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Revised title #5 (inspection of existing equipment) expanded Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol New appendix Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) New appendix Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding/Snowblading Archery 11

12 Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball Climbing Ascending Lines Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing - Bouldering Mats must extend minimum of 6 feet from outward most point from the wall. Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Challenge Courses Low Elements Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Challenge Courses Towers/High Elements Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Climbing Wall and Related Activities Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Ice Climbing This activity is not appropriate at this level. Climbing Outdoor Rock Climbing Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Zipline/Tyrolean Traverse Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. 12

13 Cricket/Cricket Variations Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Curling Cycling Dodgeball Dragon Boating Field Hockey Fitness Activities Floor Hockey/Gym Ringette Subtitle added to clarify Rings and sticks to be used clarified. 13

14 Football Flag/Touch Goalball New activity Golf Gymnastics General Procedures Gymnastics Parallel Bars, etc Horseback Riding English/Western/Therapeutic Trail riding ratios were clarified. In-line Skating/Quad Roller Skating Kinball Lacrosse Field Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Mountain Biking 14

15 Outdoor Education Backpacking/Hiking Outdoor Education Camping (No Canoeing) Outdoor Education Canoeing Outdoor Education Flatwater Kayaking Outdoor Education General Procedures Wilderness is now defined as 2 hours for emergency medical services to arrive. Outdoor Education Paddle Rafting Outdoor Education Swimming Relay and Tag Games Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. Rowing (including Viking Boats) 15

16 Cold water rules specific to the facility must be followed. Rugby Flag/Touch Sepak Takraw Skateboarding Skating Ice Snow Tubing Soccer/Crab Soccer/Soccer Baseball Softball Lead-Up Games Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Examples of appropriate balls added. Chinstraps to be done up if on helmet; helmet must stay on head if no chinstraps. No sliding allowed. 16

17 Speed Skating Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tchoukball New activity Tennis Tetherball Tobogganing/Sledding Safe Kids Canada reference was changed to Parachute Canada. Track and Field High Jump Check high jump standards for damage, repairing/replacing as needed. Track and Field Modified Javelin Activities (Foam/Plastic) Revised page name. Grades 4-8 only. Permissible commercially made foam/plastic javelins stated. Maximum javelin weight stated. Ensure equipment joints and noses are tight before throwing. Track spikes must not be worn. The importance of throwing techniques must be emphasized. Establish a safe routine for transporting equipment to and from throwing area. Equipment must never be thrown back to throwing area. Participants must receive instruction on importance of safety procedures when throwing, retrieving equipment after a throw and return to the safety zone or area prior to anyone throwing. 17

18 Proper warm ups and cool downs must be included. Track and Field Shot Put Ontario Track and Field Association reference was changed to Athletics Ontario. Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Track and Field Turbo Javelin For Track and Field Turbo Javelin see Track and Field Modified Javelin Activities (Foam/Plastic) page. Tricycles For tricycles, please see the Elementary Curricular Cycling activity page Tug of War Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Ultimate Disc Volleyball Beach Water Polo 18

19 Wrestling Yoga/Pilates Elementary Interschool Generic Section Medical Conditions section updated to include process to follow for common medical conditions as well as asthma and SADS. Concussion definition updated. Management procedures for a suspected concussion removed from this document (see Appendix C-1 for full procedure). Process for returning to physical activity following a non-concussion injury updated. environmental conditions was revised. A working communication device must be accessible. Wording revised for coach/designate/convenor responsibility for providing for first aid coverage when hosting a competition. Procedures for use of gym divider doors or curtains were revised. Appendix A Interschool Athletic Participation Form This Appendix is now split into two parts: an information sheet to be kept by parents/guardians and a form to be filled in by parents/guardians and returned to the school. Student accident insurance notice revised. Information added regarding Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome and procedures for handling fainting episodes due to a possible cardiac disorder. Safety recommendations added pertaining to: annual medical examination; having emergency medications on hand; removing eyeglasses; protection from environmental conditions; home safety inspection of personal sports equipment. New information requested: diagnosed concussion in the last two years or any other medical conditions which may limit participation. Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses Form is now filled out by the parent/guardian instead of medical professional/parent/guardian. Form now provides options for results of medical examination: no limiting features remain, therefore can return to physical activity; some limiting features remain and therefore accommodations are required for physical activity; no participation in physical activity until future notice; see comments/attached documents. Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity This appendix is a significantly revised version of Appendix C Physical Activity and Sport Related Concussion (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Context updated. Concussion definition updated. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner must diagnose. Possible signs and symptoms expanded. Initial response for concussion identification updated for both unconscious and conscious students updated. 19

20 Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion to be used to conduct an initial assessment of a conscious student, which must be provided to parents/guardians signed by the coach regardless of whether a concussion is suspected or not. Student may now return to activity if receives a blow but concussion is not suspected signs are not observed and symptoms are not reported, however parents must be notified of incident. Expanded information and procedures to follow for parents/guardians prior to seeking a diagnosis. Specific responsibilities of school principal outlined prior to seeking a diagnosis. Procedures outlined for documenting/reporting concussion diagnosis for both parents/guardians and school principals. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Roles/responsibilities, importance and members of Collaborative Team outlined (especially parent/guardian, teacher/coach and school principal). Special circumstances to consider added (e.g., timing and location of concussion management procedures). Return to Learn Strategies table added. Objective of each step in the Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan added. Important information specific to each step revised and added. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion New appendix Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination This appendix is a revised version of the first part of Appendix B-2 Sample Request to Resume Athletic Participation Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. This appendix now only used to document results of a medical examination. If no concussion is diagnosed, physical activity resumes. If a concussion is diagnosed, refer to Appendix C-1 and C-4. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner does not sign form; parent/guardian signs form. Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan This appendix is a significantly revised version of the second part of Appendix B-2 Sample Request to Resume Athletic Participation Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Duration and restrictions of each step removed see Appendix C-1 for more information. Separate pathways added following results of Step 1. o Symptoms improving parent/guardian signature before moving to Step 2a Return to Learn. o Additional parent/guardian signature before proceeding to Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. Symptom free parent/guardian signature before moving directly to Step 2b Return to Learn and Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. If symptoms return, athlete is to visit medical doctor/nurse practitioner who specifies to which step the student must return (no longer must return to step 1). Parent/guardian signs form. Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Statement regarding administering medication revised. Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome information revised. 911 emergency medical situations revised. Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Revised title #5 (inspection of existing equipment) expanded Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol New appendix Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) New appendix 20

21 Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding Baseball - Fastball Wearing of helmet chinstraps now only mandatory at primary and junior level. Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball - Ice Cricket Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing Reference to Asthma Appendix added. Field Hockey Football Flag/Touch Golf 21

22 Hockey - Ice Lacrosse - Field Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Ringette - Ice Rugby Flag/Touch Soccer Indoor/Outdoor Softball Fast Pitch Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Chinstraps to be done up if on helmet; helmet must stay on head if no chinstraps. Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Tennis 22

23 Track and Field High Jump Bar types for practice and competition specified. Check high jump standards for damage, repairing/replacing as needed. No students may participate in competition without prior skill development and practice. Track and Field - Hurdles No students may participate in competition without prior skill development and practice. Track and Field Shot Put Ontario Track and Field Association reference was changed to Athletics Ontario. No students may participate in competition without prior skill development and practice. Track and Field Track Events No students may participate in competition without prior skill development and practice. Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump No students may participate in competition without prior skill development and practice. Track and Field Turbo Javelin/Turbojav Revised page name. Now permissible for grades 4 to 8. Maximum javelin weight stated. Only equipment purchased from sport equipment supplier can be used. No homemade equipment. Ensure equipment joints and noses are tight before throwing. Importance of throwing techniques must be emphasized. Turbo javelin/turbojavs must never be thrown back to throwing area. All participants must receive instruction on the importance of safety procedures when throwing, retrieving the javelin after a throw and return to the safety zone or area prior to anyone throwing. No student may participate in a competition without prior skill development and practice. Tug of War Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palms of hands. Activities which may require skills or knowledge beyond that of the average teacher coach now contain a harmonized statement relating to seeking assistance or training before instructing in that 23

24 Ultimate Disc Volleyball Beach Water Polo Elementary Intramural Generic Section Medical Conditions section updated to include process to follow for common medical conditions as well as asthma and SADS. Concussion definition updated. Management procedures for a suspected concussion removed from this document (see Appendix C-1 for full procedure). Process for returning to physical activity following a non-concussion injury updated. environmental conditions was revised. Procedures for use of gym divider doors or curtains were revised. Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form This Appendix is now split into two parts: an information sheet to be kept by parents/guardians and a form to be filled in by parents/guardians and returned to the school. Statement regarding student accident insurance added. Information added regarding Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome and procedures for handling fainting episodes due to a possible cardiac disorder. environmental conditions was revised. New information requested: date of last medical examination and tetanus shot; use of prescription drugs, eyeglasses, contact lenses, orthodontic appliance or presence of other dental modifications; diagnosed concussion in the last two years; any other medical conditions which may limit participation. Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses New appendix Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity This appendix is a significantly revised version of Appendix D-1 Physical Activity and Sport Related Concussion (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Context updated. Concussion definition updated. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner must diagnose. Possible signs and symptoms expanded. Initial response for concussion identification updated for both unconscious and conscious students updated. 24

25 Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion to be used to conduct an initial assessment of a conscious student, which must be provided to parents/guardians signed by the intramural supervisor regardless of whether a concussion is suspected or not. Student may now return to activity if receives a blow but concussion is not suspected signs are not observed and symptoms are not reported, however parents must be notified of incident. Expanded information and procedures to follow for parents/guardians prior to seeking a diagnosis. Specific responsibilities of school principal outlined prior to seeking a diagnosis. Procedures outlined for documenting/reporting concussion diagnosis for both parents/guardians and school principals. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Roles/responsibilities, importance and members of Collaborative Team outlined (especially parent/guardian, teacher/coach and school principal). Special circumstances to consider added (e.g., timing and location of concussion management procedures). Return to Learn Strategies table added. Objective of each step in the Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan added. Important information specific to each step revised and added. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion New appendix Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination This appendix is a revised version of the first part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. This appendix now only used to document results of a medical examination. If no concussion is diagnosed, physical activity resumes. If a concussion is diagnosed, refer to Appendix C-1 and C-4. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner does not sign form; parent/guardian signs form. Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan This appendix is a significantly revised version of the second part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Duration and restrictions of each step removed see Appendix C-1 for more information. Separate pathways added following results of Step 1. o Symptoms improving parent/guardian signature before moving to Step 2a Return to Learn. o Additional parent/guardian signature before proceeding to Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. Symptom free parent/guardian signature before moving directly to Step 2b Return to Learn and Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. If symptoms return, student is to visit medical doctor/nurse practitioner who specifies to which step the student must return (no longer must return to step 1). Parent/guardian signs form. Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Statement regarding administering medication revised. Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome information revised. 911 emergency medical situations revised. Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Revised title #5 (inspection of existing equipment) expanded Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol New appendix Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) New appendix 25

26 Secondary Curricular Generic Section Medical Conditions section updated to include process to follow for common medical conditions as well as asthma and SADS. Concussion definition updated. Management procedures for a suspected concussion removed from this document (see Appendix C-1 for full procedure). Process for returning to physical activity following a non-concussion injury updated. environmental conditions was revised. Procedures for use of gym divider doors or curtains were revised. Appendix A Sample Parent/Guardian Information Letter and Medical Information Form This Appendix is now split into two parts: an information sheet to be kept by parents/guardians and a form to be filled in by parents/guardians and returned to the school. Statement regarding student accident insurance added. Information added regarding Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome and procedures for handling fainting episodes due to a possible cardiac disorder. environmental conditions was revised. New information requested: date of last medical examination and tetanus shot; use of prescription drugs, eyeglasses, contact lenses, orthodontic appliance or presence of other dental modifications; diagnosed concussion in the last two years; any other medical conditions which may limit participation. Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses New appendix Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity This appendix is a significantly revised version of Appendix D-1 Physical Activity and Sport Related Concussion (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Context updated. Concussion definition updated. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner must diagnose. Possible signs and symptoms expanded. Initial response for concussion identification updated for both unconscious and conscious students updated. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion to be used to conduct an initial assessment of a conscious student, which must be provided to parents/guardians signed by the teacher regardless of whether a concussion is suspected or not. Student may now return to activity if receives a blow but concussion is not suspected signs are not observed and symptoms are not reported, however parents must be notified of incident. Expanded information and procedures to follow for parents/guardians prior to seeking a diagnosis. Specific responsibilities of school principal outlined prior to seeking a diagnosis. Procedures outlined for documenting/reporting concussion diagnosis for both parents/guardians and school principals. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Roles/responsibilities, importance and members of Collaborative Team outlined (especially parent/guardian, teacher/coach and school principal). Special circumstances to consider added (e.g., timing and location of concussion management procedures). Return to Learn Strategies table added. Objective of each step in the Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan added. Important information specific to each step revised and added. 26

27 Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion New appendix Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination This appendix is a revised version of the first part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. This appendix now only used to document results of a medical examination. If no concussion is diagnosed, physical activity resumes. If a concussion is diagnosed, refer to Appendix C-1 and C-4. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner does not sign form; parent/guardian signs form. Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan This appendix is a significantly revised version of the second part of Appendix D-2 Sample Request to Resume Physical Education Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Duration and restrictions of each step removed see Appendix C-1 for more information. Separate pathways added following results of Step 1. o Symptoms improving parent/guardian signature before moving to Step 2a Return to Learn. o Additional parent/guardian signature before proceeding to Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. Symptom free parent/guardian signature before moving directly to Step 2b Return to Learn and Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. If symptoms return, student is to visit medical doctor/nurse practitioner who specifies to which step the student must return (no longer must return to step 1). Parent/guardian signs form. Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Statement regarding administering medication revised. Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome information revised. 911 emergency medical situations revised. Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Revised title #5 (inspection of existing equipment) expanded Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol New appendix Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) New appendix Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding/Snowblading Archery 27

28 Bowling/Lawn Bowling/Bocce Ball Broomball Climbing Ascending Lines Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing - Bouldering Mats must extend minimum of 6 feet from outward most point from the wall. Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Challenge Courses Low Elements Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Challenge Courses Towers/High Elements Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Climbing Wall and Related Activities Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Ice Climbing This activity is not appropriate at this level. Climbing Outdoor Rock Climbing Sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. Climbing Zipline/Tyrolean Traverse Insect repellent or sunscreen must not be applied to palm of hands. 28

29 Cricket Cross Country Running/Orienteering Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Curling Cycling Diving - Springboard/Tower Dodgeball Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. Dragon Boating Field Hockey Fitness Activities 29

30 Floor Hockey/Gym Ringette Subtitle added to clarify Rings and sticks to be used clarified. Football Flag/Touch Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. Goalball New activity Golf Gymnastics General Procedures Gymnastics Parallel Bars, etc Hockey Ice/Lead-Up Games Horseback Riding English/Western/Therapeutic Trail riding ratios were clarified. In-line Skating/Quad Roller Skating Kinball Lacrosse Box/Field No aggressive checking with stick or body in women s field lacrosse. 30

31 Lacrosse Inter (Soft) Mountain Biking Outdoor Education Backpacking/Hiking Outdoor Education Camping (No Canoeing) Outdoor Education Canoeing Outdoor Education Canoeing Moving Water Outdoor Education Canoe Tripping PFD, heaving line, flashlight, pump, whistle and compass content take from Transport Canada. Footwear and clothing must be appropriate to canoe tripping. Canoe route must be appropriate to age/ability of students and trip leaders. Skills for the safe maneouvring of a canoe must be taught in the proper progression. All supervisors are now referred to as Trip Leaders. Factors which Trip Leaders must take into account before going on the water have been revised. Manoeuvres and strokes are no longer required to be demonstrated. 31

32 Trip Leader must no longer have experience with bug season, cold water rapids and cooking over an open fire without a grate. Paddle Canada Advanced Tripping Skills qualifications were modified. Trip Leader qualifications can now be equivalent to any of the certifications listed. At least one Trip Leader must now have an NLS certificate. Wilderness is now defined as 2 hours for emergency medical services to arrive. First Aid Certification no longer included (fulfilled under NLS and potentially Wilderness [Advanced] First Aid). Outdoor Education Flatwater Kayaking Outdoor Education General Procedures Wilderness is now defined as 2 hours for emergency medical services to arrive. Outdoor Education Paddle Rafting Outdoor Education Sailing Attention must be given to visibility and water conditions. Outdoor Education - Swimming Outdoor Education Winter Camping Relay and Tag Games Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. 32

33 Ringette - Ice Rowing (including Viking Boats) Cold water rules specific to the facility must be followed. Rugby Contact/Non-Contact Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. Scuba Diving Commercial pool facilities are permissible. Sepak Takraw Skateboarding Skating Ice Snorkeling Commercial pool facilities are permissible. 33

34 Snow Tubing Soccer Indoor/Outdoor Softball Lob Ball/Slo Pitch/Three Pitch Incrediball TM added as a regulation ball equivalent. Chinstraps to be done up if on helmet; helmet must stay on head if no chinstraps. Before sliding is permitted, appropriate sliding techniques must be taught. Speed Skating Swimming/Synchronized Swimming Students must receive instruction on safety procedures related to severe weather conditions. Tchoukball New activity Tennis Tobogganing/Sledding Safe Kids Canada reference was changed to Parachute Canada. Discs and inner tubes must not be used. Track and Field - Discus 34

35 Track and Field High Jump Check high jump standards for damage, repairing/replacing as needed. Check cross bars for cracks. Track and Field Hurdles Track and Field Javelin Appropriate javelin weights for age and sex of student added. Types of commercially made javelins stated; no homemade equipment. Javelin must be in good condition and checked regularly. Ensure equipment joints and noses are tight before throwing. The importance of throwing techniques must be emphasized. Javelin must never be thrown back to throwing area. All participants must receive instruction on the importance of safety procedures when throwing, retrieving the javelin after a throw and return to the safety zone or area prior to anyone throwing. Track and Field Shot Put Ontario Track and Field Association reference was changed to Athletics Ontario. Track and Field Track Events Track and Field Triple Jump/Long Jump Track and Field Turbo Javelin For Track and Field Turbo Javelin please refer to Track and Field Javelin activity page 35

36 Triathlon Swimming, Running, Cycling Tug of War Insect repellent and sun screen must not be applied to palms of hands. Ultimate Disc Volleyball Volleyball - Beach Water Polo Weight Training Wind Surfing Wrestling 36

37 Yoga/Pilates Secondary Interschool Generic Section Medical Conditions section updated to include process to follow for common medical conditions as well as asthma and SADS. Concussion definition updated. Management procedures for a suspected concussion removed from this document (see Appendix C-1 for full procedure). Process for returning to physical activity following a non-concussion injury updated. environmental conditions was revised. A working communication device must be accessible. First aid coverage for higher and lower risk activities, including practices and competitions, on and off school site added. Procedures for use of gym divider doors or curtains were revised. Knowledge of location of coach liaison no longer qualifies as a criterion for in-the-area supervision. Appendix A Interschool Athletic Participation Form This Appendix is now split into two parts: an information sheet to be kept by parents/guardians and a form to be filled in by parents/guardians and returned to the school. Information added regarding Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome and procedures for handling fainting episodes due to a possible cardiac disorder. Student accident insurance notice revised. Safety recommendations added pertaining to: annual medical examination; having emergency medications on hand; removing eyeglasses; protection from environmental conditions; home safety inspection of personal sports equipment. New information requested: use of orthodontic appliance; presence of dental modifications; diagnosed concussion in the last two years; any other medical conditions which may limit participation. Appendix B Return to Physical Activity Plan Non-Concussion Medical Injuries/Illnesses Form is now filled out by the parent/guardian instead of medical professional/parent/guardian. Form now provides options for results of medical examination: no limiting features remain, therefore can return to physical activity; some limiting features remain and therefore accommodations are required for physical activity; no participation in physical activity until future notice; see comments/attached documents. Appendix C-1 Concussion Management Procedures Return to Learn and Return to Physical Activity This appendix is a significantly revised version of Appendix C Physical Activity and Sport Related Concussion (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Context updated. Concussion definition updated. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner must diagnose. Possible signs and symptoms expanded. Initial response for concussion identification updated for both unconscious and conscious students updated. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion to be used to conduct an initial assessment of a conscious student, which must be provided to parents/guardians signed by the coach regardless of whether a concussion is suspected or not. Student may now return to activity if receives a blow but concussion is not suspected signs are not observed and symptoms are not reported, however parents must be notified of incident. 37

38 Expanded information and procedures to follow for parents/guardians prior to seeking a diagnosis. Specific responsibilities of school principal outlined prior to seeking a diagnosis. Procedures outlined for documenting/reporting concussion diagnosis for both parents/guardians and school principals. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Roles/responsibilities, importance and members of Collaborative Team outlined (especially parent/guardian, teacher/coach and school principal). Special circumstances to consider added (e.g., timing and location of concussion management procedures). Return to Learn Strategies table added. Objective of each step in the Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan added. Important information specific to each step revised and added. Appendix C-2 Tool to Identify a Suspected Concussion New appendix Appendix C-3 Documentation of Medical Examination This appendix is a revised version of the first part of Appendix B-2 Sample Request to Resume Athletic Participation Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. This appendix now only used to document results of a medical examination. If no concussion is diagnosed, physical activity resumes. If a concussion is diagnosed, refer to Appendix C-1 and C-4. Medical doctor/nurse practitioner does not sign form; parent/guardian signs form. Appendix C-4 Documentation for a Diagnosed Concussion Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan This appendix is a significantly revised version of the second part of Appendix B-2 Sample Request to Resume Athletic Participation Concussion-Related Injuries (2012). You are strongly advised to review all four concussion appendices as content and procedures have been significantly updated. Return to Learn pathway included for Management Procedures for a Diagnosed Concussion. Duration and restrictions of each step removed see Appendix C-1 for more information. Separate pathways added following results of Step 1. o Symptoms improving parent/guardian signature before moving to Step 2a Return to Learn. o Additional parent/guardian signature before proceeding to Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. Symptom free parent/guardian signature before moving directly to Step 2b Return to Learn and Step 2 Return to Physical Activity. If symptoms return, athlete is to visit medical doctor/nurse practitioner who specifies to which step the student must return (no longer must return to step 1). Parent/guardian signs form. Appendix E Emergency Action Plan Statement regarding administering medication revised. Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome information revised. 911 emergency medical situations revised. Appendix H Fitness Equipment Existing, Newly Purchased or Donated Revised title #5 (inspection of existing equipment) expanded Appendix L Sample Management of Asthma Protocol New appendix Appendix M Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome (SADS) New appendix Alpine Skiing/Snowboarding 38