Sport and the Law. Flashcards
Explain Injury in terms of the Performer.
Occasionally in sports contests, there are deliberate acts by participants to injure another.
In some instances these are illegal.
Criminal cases have been brought for dangerous tackles resulting in serious career-ending injuries.
Explain Loss of Earnings in terms of the Performer.
Civil claims can be made against the person who has committed the illegal act.
The claim must prove that the act was outside the playing culture of the sport.
Explain Contracts in terms of the Performer.
Performers are employees and have the same employment rights as other workers.
Explain the Bosman Ruling.
A ruling by the European Court of Justice which gave a professional football player the right to free transfer at the end of their contract.
Explain the Restraint of Trade.
Action that interferes with free competition in a marker.
Explain Negligence in terms of the Officials.
When someone fails to take reasonable care of another person to avoid any dangers that could cause them harm.
Explain Duty of Care in terms of the Officials.
A legal obligation is imposed on someone if they are responsible for a group of people.
Officials have a duty of care towards participants to make sure that all dangers around them are eliminated so they can participate in a contest in a safe environment.
Explain Smolden v Whitworth.
A referee was found liable for injuries the claimant sustained following a scrum collapsing.
List the responsibilities of Coaches.
Providing first aid provision so that injured players are dealt with.
Maintain the right supervision numbers to allow safe participation/balanced competition.
Collect medal information/contact details so the incidents can be dealt with.
Explain Health and Safety in terms of Coaches.
Coaches are responsible for the health and safety of the performers and athletes in their care.
A coach could be deemed liable if evidence shows that normal standards and practices were not followed.
Explain Protection from Abuse in terms of Coaches.
Coaches have a responsibility to protect children from all forms of abuse.
e.g. threats/taunting.
Explain the other Legal Responsibilities of Coaches.
Supplements, responsibility to educate about drug use and abuse.
In Loco Parentis - A Latin phrase which means ‘in the place of a parent’.
Explain Safety in terms of Spectators.
Spectators at sports events must act within the law.
They cannot invade playing surfaces or use racist chants.
Explain Overcoming Hooliganism in terms of Spectators.
Removal of perimeter fences and terraces, all-seater stadiums.
Control of alcohol sales.
Specified kick=off times.
Increased security and police presence.
Tougher demands.
List the Legislation Laws.
1957 - Occupies Liability Act.
1975 - Safety of Sports Grounds.
1985 - Sporting Events [control of alcohol].
1987 - Fire Safety and Safety of Place of Sports Act.
1989 - The Football Spectators Act banning Orders.
1991 - The Football Offences Act.
