Policies/Procedures Flashcards
How often should emergency action plan be practiced
At least quarterly
Mission statement
Organizations statement of purpose. Consists of 1) Target clientele 2) What service is being provided 3) What makes the service unique
Program Objectives
Specific means of attaining program goals
Recommendations/Providing Drugs
S&C professionals can only provide/recommend to individuals over 18, substances that are lawful and scientifically shown to be beneficial, or not harmful,
Strength and conditioning workouts for athletes
They should be prearranged and athletes must have an approved workout sheet when training. S&C staff members must be familiar with all the exercises and should not advise the athlete to perform exercises not on the list unless suggested by the director or sports medicine staff. This should be committed to writing as soon as possible after the session.
Offenses
1st: Verbal warning
2nd: Day dismissal
3rd: 1 week dismissal
4th: Rest of year dismissal
5th: Permanent dismissal
Program goals
The desired end product of a strength and conditioning program, stated in a broad, general manner.
Who can use S&C facility
- Any type of athlete (even new arrivals/transfers)
- Students in P.E. classes
- All athletic dept. coaches and admin
- All sports med. staff
- Alumni
- Individuals/groups approved by AD or S&C director
Procedures
How policies are carried out
Policies
Rules and regulations; they reflect the goals and objectives of the program
What has to be done before athlete is allowed to access the strength/cond. facility
- Preparticipation screening
- Clearance with relevant governing bodies (e.g. NCAA, institution sports medicine staff, and high school athletics associations)
Recommended professional to participant ratio
1: 10 Jr High
1: 15 High School
1: 20 College
