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El Dorado Hills Little League2020 Safety PlanLeague ID # 405-54-22

Jon Rodenspiel, President

Nate De Marce, Safety Officer

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EL DORADO HILLS LITTLE LEAGUE 2020 SAFETY PLAN

DISTRIBUTION: This document will be distributed to the manager of every team for all divisions in El Dorado Hills Little League prior to the occurrence of any practices or games for the 2020 Spring Little League and 2020 Fall Ball seasons.

Table of Contents

Safety Manual..................................................................................................3EDHLL Mission Statement................................................................................3EDHLL Safety Message....................................................................................4Important Little League & Emergency Phone Numbers...................................5Safety Officer Responsibilities.........................................................................7Managers and Coaches Responsibilities..........................................................9Conditioning & Stretching..............................................................................11Warm up Ideas...............................................................................................12Stretching Examples......................................................................................12Hydration.......................................................................................................15Volunteer Applications...................................................................................15Fundamentals Training..................................................................................16First Aid Training............................................................................................16Concussion in Youth Sports ……………………………………………………………16Bloody Nose ………………………………………………………………………………17Bee Stings ………………………………………………………………………………17Dehydration/Heat Exhaustion …………………………………………………………17Broken Teeth ………………………………………………………………………………17Pre-game Field Inspections............................................................................18Facility Survey...............................................................................................18Concessions...................................................................................................19Equipment Inspection....................................................................................19Equipment.....................................................................................................20Equipment Checkout and Return...................................................................21Accident/Injury Reporting..............................................................................21What to report ………………………………………………………………………21When to report ……………………………………………………………… 21Manager/Safety Officer Reporting Responsibilities........................................22Procedures for Medical Emergency Calls.......................................................22First-aid Kits...................................................................................................23Enforcement..................................................................................................23Appendix........................................................................................................24Hand Washing and Concession Rules and Stand Safety Tips........................33

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Safety ManualThe El Dorado Hills Little League (EDHLL) 2020 Safety Manual includes:

El Dorado Hills Little League Mission Statement El Dorado Hills Little League Safety Message Job description for the Safety Officer Important phone numbers including all EDHLL Board

members, league coordinators, league equipment coordinator

Procedures for medical emergency calls. This manual also includes a description of the common medical incidents most likely to occur in youth baseball, along with first-aid treatment for each condition. Finally, the manual includes a description of the procedure to follow for medical incidents along with the required forms for insurance and league incident report form. Each manager will be provided with a manual at the preseason manager safety meeting. See the Safety Officer description for more information.

EDHLL Mission Statement

Mission StatementOur purpose is to teach the game of baseball.

Our purpose is to help our participants learn the game of baseball and realize their potential skills and athletic prowess in an organized, disciplined, safe and enjoyable environment.

In addition, we hope to serve the community by developing safe fields of play where future generations of youth will be able to benefit from this League.

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Little League Baseball is a non-profit educational League.

EDHLL Safety Message

Safety MessageManagers and Coaches,

Welcome to another fun and exciting season of El Dorado Hills Little League Baseball. EDHLL’s highest priority is the safety of our kids. EDHLL is committed to encouraging and providing a safe environment for our kids. To succeed we need your commitment to make safety priority number one.

The purpose of this manual is to provide important safety information to El Dorado Hills Little League. Please take the time to review the manual.

Remember that safety rests with all of us, the volunteers of El Dorado Hills Little League. Prevention is the key to reducing accidents and injuries. Always use common sense, never doubt what children tell you, and report all accidents when they occur. We need your assistance, and guidance to continue making EDHLL a great program.

Thank you for your commitment to EDHLL. Have a great season, have fun and remember…

“Keep your eyes on the ball”

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Important Little League & Emergency Phone Numbers

IN CASE OF MEDICAL EMERGENCYCALL

Camino Dispatch Emergency Command Center (ECC) direct at

530-647-5250ECC is the largest regional emergency dispatch center in Amador andEl Dorado Counties. The ECC is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

All Managers and Coaches should have this phone number in their cell phones.

Police / El Dorado County Sheriff Emergency Numbers:

911 (530) 626-4911

Non-Emergency:(530) 621-5655(530) 621-6600

Electricity/ Gas PG&E(800) 743-5000

Fire Latrobe Fire Protection District(916) 933-0651

Fire El Dorado Hills Fire Dept. (916) 933-3471

Water El Dorado Irrigation District(530) 622-4513

2020 El Dorado Hills Little League Contacts

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Position Name Contact Info.

President Jon Rodenspiel [email protected](650) 393-3287

VP Operations Wes Clanton [email protected](916) 673-8810

VP Administration Tracy Finato [email protected](916) 370-7578

Treasurer Bre Ivey

[email protected](916) 835-8160

Safety Director Nate De Marce [email protected](916) 801-4238

Secretary/Information Coordinator Peter Getz [email protected]

(916) 291-5373

Equipment Coordinator Cesar Montes de Oca [email protected](530) 903-9023

Fields Coordinator Mike Sullivan [email protected](916) 221-1553

Fundraising/Give Back Coordinator Heather Clanton [email protected]

(916) 673-8823

Registrar Candace Andujar [email protected](925) 852-5036

Player Agent Larry Oreskes [email protected](916) 220-0911

Scheduling Coordinator Cory Hoffman [email protected](214) 493-1099

Concessions Coordinator Jennifer Donati [email protected](925) 336-1360

Umpire in Chief Jared Ivey [email protected](916) 634-9000

Adult Umpire in Chief Dan Vetter [email protected](916) 396-4757

Spirit-wear Coordinator Merissa Bentley [email protected](408) 309-8776

Sponsorship Coordinator Dustin Klass [email protected](925) 487-2324

Events Coordinator Desiree Rojo [email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator Wendy Fredericks [email protected](408) 406-4008

Uniforms Coordinator Ryan McCracken [email protected](916) 214-7699

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Safety Officer ResponsibilitiesNate De Marce is the Safety Officer for EDHLL and is a member of the EDHLL Board of Directors.

The significant part of this position is the responsibility to develop and implement the League’s safety program as well as review everything the League does with an eye toward safety. Safety is of primary concern when placing players in the appropriate skill level, for theirs and another players’ safety.

The Safety Officer is also responsible for the following: Attends the District 54 safety meetings and provides a specific safety

focus from the Board level.

Ensures EDHLL maintains a copy of League insurance policy

Maintains and follows up on all injury reports.

The League Safety Officer coordinates safety/first-aid training for all managers and coaches, provides first-aid kits for each team and field, and maintains a stock of first-aid supplies in these kits.

The Safety Officer also coordinates background screening of manager/coach candidates and other EDHLL volunteers.

Ensures that each team manager receives its Safety Plan Manual, its First-Aid Kit and ice packs at the beginning of the season.

Ensures concession stand manager and concession stand is provided with Safety Manual, first-aid kits and food handling precautions/concession stand tips.

Performs analysis of playing fields and facilities with the Fields Maintenance Officer and other Field /Safety Committee members and documents and communicates with Board areas requiring attention.

Acts immediately and works collaboratively with the EDHLL Board and EDH Community Services District (CSD) towards resolving unsafe or hazardous conditions when a situation has been brought to his/her attention.

Tracks all injuries and near misses to identify injury trends.

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Ensures that safety is a monthly Board Meeting topic and encourages experienced individuals to share ideas on improving safety.

The following list provides a timetable for tasks that need to be completed by the Safety Officer:

December/January Gather up the first aid kits and restock in preparation for next season.

Ensure a first aid kit is located at each field. (T-Ball through Seniors). Ice packs tend to be the most utilized first aid item. Please keep back up supply in stock.

Update the Safety Plan Manual with names of new Little League Officers and their contact phone numbers.

Coordinate Field safety survey with VP Operations, Field Manager. Provide the Field Manager last year’s survey and a fresh field survey form.

January/February Arrange for printing of the Safety Manual. Submit a Qualified Safety Plan Registration Form with the Safety

Plan Manual Coordinate Safety Clinic/orientation for managers and coaches. Review the Safety manual during Safety Clinic/orientation with

managers/coaches. Safety Clinic at Vintage Grace in El Dorado hills, Saturday 2/8/2020, Mangers/Coaches clinic online at http://bigalbaseball.com/

Explain the procedure for completing accident report forms. Emphasize the first-aid training for most common injuries including:

• Concussion Protocol • Hit by Pitch (blunt trauma)• Player Collisions• Bloody Nose• Bee Stings• Dehydration/Heat Exhaustion

Obtain a signature from the manager of each team confirming receipt of safety training/orientation, a safety manual, medical release forms, and a basic first aid kit.

Update League Safety Plan Manual and upload 2020 ASAP safety plan; and access and update the Facility Survey (ASAP Requirement No. 8) and submit to the Little League® Data Center by February 29, 2020. Once the completed ASAP Safety Plan document has been uploaded, you will need to

confirm the 15 ASAP Requirements. All requirements are mandatory; however, they can be completed in any order. Many of the requirements will ask for a page number in your

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ASAP Safety Plan document corresponding to a certain topic, while other requirements request confirmation of an activity by your league.

Note that Requirement 14 (Provide Registration Data) will automatically check your league’s registration data before it can be completed. You will not be able to submit your league’s ASAP Safety Plan until registration data for the current season is provided by your league. For leagues using DICK’S Team Sports HQ powered by Blue Sombrero for online registration, that information will be automatically sent to Little League International, helping to fulfill Regulation IV(g) and ASAP Requirement 14.

Once all 15 ASAP requirements are completed, you will be asked to digitally sign (by typing your name) and submit your ASAP Safety Plan forte current year. Your plan will be reviewed within one to two (1-2) business days.

Review field survey for possible updates. The survey will be completed with input from Fields Coordinator, President and Vice President. Revise and upload to the Little League® Data Center at the beginning of the season. Due February 29, 2020. See the latest issue of Little League safety awareness newsletter for areas for improvement. Completing this plan on time qualifies League for a discount on its insurance!

Submit an idea the League implemented to help promote or improve our safety plan (new for 2020) –‘ Big Al online’ Training for all Managers/Coaches.

Perform background check on managers, coaches, team parents and other EDHLL volunteers.

Little League International provides every local Little League in the U.S. with 125 free criminal background checks of volunteers in each league. The local league incurs cost for background checks once the maximum is reached.

Volunteer forms will be collected at forms processing.

February/March Distribute first aid kits and ice packs to each field. Remind/ensure League President submits league player

registration data or player roster data and coach and manager data are be submitted via the Little League Data Center at www.LittleLeague.org.

March-June Maintain first aid kits throughout the season. Coordinate with division managers (if possible) to inspect the kits at least

once a week. Ice packs may need to be replenished more frequently. Ice packs will be

provided to each manager and coach. In addition, ice packs will be located at each field.

Maintain injury report file. Follow-up on injuries.

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Managers and Coaches ResponsibilitiesThe manager is responsible for:

The team while the players are at practices and games.

The team’s conduct as well as observing the official rules of the league.

The safety of his/her players. He/she is also ultimately responsible for the actions of the coaches.

Always have a first aid kit, safety manual and each player’s medical release form on hand during practices and games. A copy of the Medical Release Form is provided in the Appendix.

Attending mandatory coach’s clinic, first aid training and any other meeting required by EDHLL. Mandatory meetings will be communicated prior to season and conducted by El Dorado Hills Little League or other outside agencies, such as District 54.

Communicating the basics of safe play with his/her team prior to their first practice.

Encouraging players to hydrate (bring full water bottles) and protect themselves from the sun (long sleeves and sunscreen), especially as the weather begins to get warmer.

Encouraging players to wear proper equipment, e.g., protective cups and supporters, during practices and games.

Most importantly provide all players with a fun experience.

Mandatory Pre-practice/Pre-game ChecklistMANAGER/COACH

PRE-PRACTICE and PRE-GAME CHECKLIST Walk field checking for debris and foreign objects and remove

from field. Inspect helmets, bats, catcher’s gear and cleats Make sure a First-Aid Kit is on hand/readily available Check conditions of fences, backstops, bases, mound, warning

track Make sure a working and charged telephone is readily available Ensure players engage in proper warm up drills

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All helmets must meet NOCSAE specifications and standards. For the safety of the players all helmets must fit properly. All catchers’ masks must have a “dangling” type throat protector and helmet. These

must be worn during games, practices and while a pitcher is warming up. Bats with dents, or that are fractured in any way, must be discarded. Only Little League approved equipment will be used during practices/ games. Replace damaged equipment immediately by notifying the EDHLL Equipment

Coordinator. Make sure that the players respect the equipment that is issued.

Conditioning & StretchingConditioning and stretching serve important roles in preventing injury and accidents. It is vital that each manager/coach develop into their practice plans a routine that begins with proper warm up drills and stretching.

The stretching and contracting of muscles before an athletic activity improves general control of movements, coordination and alertness.

The drills also help develop the strength and stamina needed by young athletes to compete while minimizing accident exposure.

A. Tips for Warm-up & Stretching The purpose of stretching is to increase flexibility within the various

muscles groups and prevent tearing from overexertion.

Stretching should never be done forcefully, but rather in a gradual manner to encourage looseness and flexibility.

B. Warm-upWhy?

To increase heat throughout the bodyTo reduce risk of tearing or straining muscles by increasing their suppleness

How?2-3-minute jog, to raise a light sweat (complete before stretching)

C.Stretching

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Why?To increase flexibility and freedom of movementTo reduce muscle tensionTo reduce the risk of muscle and tendon injuries

How?Hold each stretch for 10-30 seconds – DO NOT BOUNCERepeat each stretch twiceStretch gently and slowly, keep breathingStretch to the point of tension – NEVER PAIN

Warm up Ideas

Warm up routines may vary based upon coaching experience and preference. Here are some warm up ideas:

A.Core Slow jog around perimeter of fence/field Jumping jacks (3 count x 10) Forward lunge twist towards front leg Backward lunge hands high Quad stretch – grab right ankle with right hand and pull up and

back, reach up and forward with left hand, repeat on left side; up and back

Knee Hugs - Hamstring stretch – walk and pull knee up into chest (left then right; up and back)

Back pedal up, jog back (repeat 2 times) Slide to side up, slide back facing same direction (repeat 2 times) Karaoke up and back (repeat 2 times)

B.Arms (glove in throwing hand) Small circles (30 forward and 30 backward) Large circles (30 forward and 30 backward) Scissor arms - arms up and down out front (30 count) Fly arms - arms up and down at sides (30 count) Sideways Figure 8 – throwing arm extended out front of body (10

forward and 10 back)

IX Stretching Examples:1. Shoulder

This one is very beneficial for pitcher but should be used for all players. Move your arm across your chest and with the other arm grab the elbow and

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pull the arm so you feel the muscle stretching in the shoulder. Hold for 10-15 seconds.

2. Triceps

Reach back like you must scratch your back right below your neck. With the other hand reach around the back of your head and grab your elbow and pull down on the elbow. Hold for 10-15 seconds.

3. Groin

Take a big step forward then lean towards the front foot, leaving the back leg at an angle. Rest your forearms on the front leg. Alternate legs. Hold for 10-15 seconds.

This stretch can be done by sitting down and pulling the sole of each foot together. Hold for 10-15 seconds.

4. Hamstring

There are 3 different positions for this stretch.

1. Reach down and touch the ground in front of you.2. Reach and touch the ground between your feet.

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3. Reach a little further back between your legs behind you.

Hold each one for 10-15 seconds.

5. Thigh

If needed, use a partner for this stretch. While standing upright, bend one leg back grabbing your foot. Use your partner to help you balance. Alternate legs.

Hold each one for 10-15 second.

6. Leg and lower back

Sit down put one leg straight out and the other leg should be bent in towards the out stretched leg. Take the opposite hand from the out stretched and try to grab your toes. Alternate legs; hold each one for 10-15 seconds.

X. HydrationGood nutrition is important for young athletes. Sometimes the most important nutrient needed is water, especially when they’re physically active. When children are physically active, their muscles generate heat thereby increasing their body temperature. As their body temperature rises, their cooling mechanism – sweat – kicks in. When sweat evaporates, the body is cooled. Unfortunately, children get hotter than adults during physical activity and their body’s cooling

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mechanism is not as efficient as adults. If liquids aren’t replaced, children can become overheated. We usually think about dehydration in the summer months when hot temperatures shorten the time it takes for children to become overheated. But keeping children well hydrated is just as important in the winter months. Additional clothing worn in the colder weather makes it difficult for sweat to evaporate, so the body does not cool as quickly.

Whether its January or July, thirst is not an indicator of fluid needs. Therefore, children must be encouraged to drink fluids even when they don’t feel thirsty.

Managers and coaches should schedule water breaks every 15 to 30 minutes during practices on hot days and should encourage players to drink between every inning during games.

XI. Volunteer ApplicationsAll managers, coaches and volunteers are required to complete a 2020 Little League Volunteer Application form. These applications are used to provide background and experience information used for manager selection.

The Safety Officer is responsible performing background checks for all volunteers per Little League guidelines for possible sex offenders and pedophiles. Little League International will provide every local Little League in the U.S. with 125 free criminal background checks of volunteers in each league.

A Volunteer Application Form is included in the Appendix of the Safety Manual.

XII.Fundamentals TrainingThe Minors, AAA and Majors Commissioners in conjunction with Vice President of Operations are responsible for coordinating our clinics and providing training material to our coaches. El Dorado Hills Little League holds several clinics for coaches, players, and umpires on fundamental baseball skills, e.g., warming up, throwing, catching, hitting, pitching, base running, sliding, rules interpretation, and umpiring. These clinics are coordinated with the Fall Ball and regular season schedule, and are put on by ex-professional baseball players, high school and college coaches. El Dorado Hills Little League also actively participates in player, coach, and umpire training programs sponsored by District 54.

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In 2020, El Dorado Hills Little League Managers and Coaches are invited to attend mandatory manager and coach training at: Vintage Grace Church: 931 Lassen Ln., El Dorado Hills, Ca. 95762. On 2/8/2020 9-11:30 a.m and online with http://bigalbaseball.com/ to support our players’ safety and coaches’ development.

Online training by “Big Al Baseball Program” is recognized by District 54. EDHLL 2020 Safety Manual is due to be uploaded to the Little League®

Data Center by February 29, 2020

XIII. First Aid TrainingPlayer safety is the most important topic of discussion at our preseason managers/coaches’ meeting. EDHLL managers and coaches must attend a mandatory meeting at: Vintage Grace Church: 931 Lassen Ln., El Dorado Hills, Ca. 95762. On 2/8/2020 9-11:30 a.m. at which safety training will be provided to managers and coaches.

CONCUSSION PROTOCOL: The State of California requires all coaches/managers and administrators (board members and umpires) of youth sports to complete a concussion training. EDHLL requires manager/coaches and the Board of Directors to complete Heads Up Concussion In Youth Sports provided by the Center Disease Control and successfully pass the concussion evaluation quiz. This training is required to be completed each year. The course is located on line at: https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html

EDHLL provides all parents with Heads Up Concussion Sheet and has players complete the concussion acknowledgement form.

A coach should always remove a player from practice or play when a concussion is suspected. “When in doubt, sit them out.”

After a player is removed from the field of play due to a suspected concussion, the decision about when to return to the field can only be made by a health care professional qualified to make such a decision.

Therefore, managers must require a doctor’s note clearing the player before he/she is allowed to return to practice/play again.

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Some of the most common injuries associated with Little League Baseball are listed below along with their treatment.

A. Bloody Nose To control a nosebleed, have the victim lean forward and pinch the nostrils together. Place ice pack on back of neck to help shrink blood vessels, which will help stop the bleeding.

B. Bee StingsSome people are highly sensitive to bee stings and may show signs of an allergic reaction.

Always call 530-647-5250 if an allergic reaction is suspected. For moderate symptoms, try to remove the stinger by gently

scraping with a fingernail or business card. Place an ice pack on the sting.

C. Dehydration/Heat Exhaustion Have patient lie in a cool, shaded area and elevate their feet. Give cool water or electrolyte solution every 15 minutes. Patient should rest until they feel well enough.

D. Broken Teeth If the tooth is broken in half, save the broken portion to bring

to the dental office. Control the bleeding in the mouth by gently biting on a towel.

This will also help stabilize the tooth. IMMEDIATELY transport the patient and the tooth to the

dentist.

Each manager is responsible for maintaining copies of the standard Little League Medical information and release form for each member of their team. We encourage managers to have parents include a cell phone number as well as their home number, and contact information for their family dentist in case of dental emergency. Each manager is required to have these forms with the team during every practice and game.Managers are strongly encouraged to conduct a pre-season team meeting with the parents of their players to clarify behavior and

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communication expectations of players and parents and to remind parents of the code of conduct for parents and players in an effort to minimize potential conflicts. Many parent issues are easily avoided with a good preseason parent meeting where the manager clearly states expectations for players and parents and provides for a brief question and answer time.

XIV. Pre-game Field InspectionsAll the El Dorado Hills Little League fields uses are provided and maintained by El Dorado Hills Community Services District (CSD). The fields used by all divisions which include T-Ball, A, AA, AAA, Major, 50/70, Juniors and Seniors divisions are maintained by the El Dorado Hills Community Service District and EDHLL. The grass on these fields is cut twice per week and the infields are prepared for us Monday through Friday. Additionally, the managers and coaches walk the field before each game, and our umpires inspect the field before each Major and Junior game. If any issues are found with the field, they are promptly reported to Field Coordinator of El Dorado Hills Little League.

XV. Facility SurveyMike Sullivan is our Fields Coordinator.

The Field Coordinator is responsible for reporting all field repairs and improvements to El Dorado Hills Community Services District. An extensive Review of our fields is completed annually to assess repairs and improvements. Our projects for this year included:

T-Ball Field : William Brooks Elementary school is where our T-Ball field is located. EDHLL is working with EDH CSD to add bleacher seating at T-Ball field. T-Ball games may also be held at CSD East (all grass field beyond in soccer area beyond fence). Proposing that AA games be played at Brooks Elementary on Friday nights.

A Field : EDHLL will utilize CSD North and CSD South for its A Division and, on occasion, Silva Valley (as needed for overflow).

AA Field : EDHLL will utilize CSD North and Oak Meadow East and on occasion Silva Valley School. Repair gate at Sylva Valley and purchase new portable pitcher mound.

AAA Field : Currently we use Valley View, Oak Meadow East and Oak Meadow West. Valley View has a mesh home run fence

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installed and Oak Meadow (East and West) has a home run fence with the yellow safety cap is installed at by EDH CSD. We will work with them again this year to maintain these fields. Deputy Jeff Mitchell Memorial Field will also be used by AAA on occasion for Friday/Saturday Night games.

Major Field : One of our Majors fields is New York Creek (CSD East). At the CSD East field EDH CSD will again install and remove the temporary mesh home run fence. Another one of our Majors Fields is Deputy Jeff Mitchell Memorial Field located at William Brooks Elementary School. This field will be utilized as a Majors and AAA field. EDHLL will be working with EDH CSD to maintain this field. Deputy Jeff Mitchell Memorial Field proposed Electronic Pitch Count installed on existing Scoreboard. EDHLL is working with EDH CSD to address concerns and develop a solution to the steep rocky potentially dangerous hillside behind the backstop bleachers.

50/70 (Intermediate) Field : The designated 50/70 field is New York Creek (CSD East). At the CSD East field EDH CSD will install and remove the temporary mesh home run fence and work on bullpens.

Junior/Senior Field: (Sellwood Field at Bass Lake Park) In the past six years we (EDHLL and EDHCSD) have raised the backstop to minimize the loss of foul balls and help protect the fans, installed a sun screen on backstop to help protect left side of field from bright sun in late afternoon, installed break away bases, in-field renovation (new dirt and sod), and placed bleachers behind renovated backstop.

Marina East and West Fields: Marina Village Middle School fields are currently used for practices only.

The Facility Survey Form for 2020 was submitted on line and is included in the Appendix.

XVI. ConcessionsThe Concessions Coordinator position is held by Jennifer Donati.

EDHLL will be offering food, snacks and drinks from a concession stand located at the Deputy Jeff Mitchell Memorial Field and, on occasion, portable stands for all other fields.

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XVII. Equipment InspectionCesar Montes De Oca is the Equipment Coordinator.

The Equipment Manager is responsible for: Inspecting all equipment before the season starts and ordering new

equipment. Additionally, each manager is required to inspect his/her

team’s equipment upon initial receipt of the equipment as well as before each practice and game. Any dented bats, cracked helmets, worn batting tees, or worn catcher’s equipment shall be removed from the equipment bag and brought to the attention of the Equipment Manager for discarding and replacement.

Additionally, umpires inspect equipment before every game at the minor through senior levels.

Managers and coaches are instructed to contact the equipment manager directly for new/replacement equipment and baseballs.

An inventory of all equipment shall be conducted prior to distribution for the season and after the equipment return at end of season. A sample inventory sheet can be found in the Appendix.

Equipment “Knee Savers” will be provided to those teams whose managers

want them for the safety and comfort of their catchers. All helmets are inspected and must meet NOCSAE specifications

and standards. All bats must meet Little League requirements (USA bats) per

division. Manager is responsible for checking team equipment before practices and games

All catchers’ masks will be equipped with a “dangling” type throat protector and catchers’ helmet.

Only official Little League equipment and balls will be issued for use during practices and games.

Reduced impact balls will be provided for use for T-ball (level 1) & A - AA (level 5)

Generally, where needed, EDH CSD will provided sunscreens for the open dugouts to help shade the players from the intense summer heat.

Equipment Checkout and Return

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At the start of every Little League season, every team manager issued equipment will be required to sign-out his/her team equipment. It will be the responsibility of every manager/coach to maintain their team’s equipment during the season. With this comes teaching the players to respect the equipment. If at any time during the season a problem arises with the equipment i.e. (Broken helmet or catchers gear) notify the equipment manager for replacement. Once the season has ended a date will be set for equipment return. Prior to returning the equipment all managers/coaches shall clean out their equipment bag and have it ready to turn in at the specified date set by the Equipment Manager. A checkout sheet is in the appendix.

XVIII. Accident/Injury ReportingManagers and coaches are instructed about accident/injury reporting procedures during the preseason Safety Clinic. Vintage Grace Church: 931 Lassen Ln., El Dorado Hills, Ca. 95762. On 2/8/2020 9-11:30 a.m.

What to reportManagers are instructed to complete an Incident/Injury Tracking Report Form (Player Injury Form) for each situation where a player, manager, coach, umpire, or volunteer must leave practice or game for medical reasons. The Incident/Injury Tracking Report Form can be found on EDHLL website under the forms section: http://www.edhll.com/page/show/2202998-forms

a)When to reportNOTICE: All injuries must be reported to the Safety Officer of EDHLL within 24 hours of the incident.

Managers are responsible for completing the Incident/Injury Tracking Report (see Appendix D) and are required to give this form to the Safety Officer within 24 hours of an incident. The Safety Officer will maintain the original/copy on file.

If an accident required professional medical attention, parents of the injured player are required to complete an accident claim form. See Appendix E. This form must be completed by parents (if claimant is under 19 years of age) and a league official and forwarded to Little League Headquarters within 20 days of the accident.

b)EDHLL Managers and Safety Officer Reporting Responsibilities

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The Safety Officer maintains a file of all incident reports, and within 24 hours of receiving the EDHLL Incident/Injury Tracking Report Form, the EDHLL Safety Officer will follow up with the parents of the injured player and;

Verify the information receivedObtain any other information deemed necessaryCheck on the status of the injured party

If a player is injured and requires medical attention above and beyond basic first aid, i.e., injury requires doctor’s visit, then managers should require parents of injured player to provide doctor’s written permission to return to practice or games. Managers, as a part of our email group, will be strongly encouraged to report ALL incidents, no matter how minor. Safety first! An Incident/Injury Tracking Report Form is included at the end of the Safety Manual in the Appendix.

XIX. Procedures for Medical Emergency CallsThe most important help that you can provide a victim that has been seriously injured is to call for professional medical help. Make the call quickly, preferably from a cell phone near the injured person. If this is not possible, send someone else to make the call from a nearby telephone. Be sure that you or another caller follows these important steps. Dial (530) 647-5250 from a cell phone Give the dispatcher the necessary information

What type of emergency – ex: baseball injury, fire, fall, etc.? Your exact location, including city or town The caller’s name The condition of the injured person ex: unconsciousness, chest

pain, severe bleeding, etc. What help is being provided (first aid) Don’t hang up until the dispatcher tells you to. The EMS

dispatcher may be able to tell you how to best care for the victim.

Continue to care for the victim until professional help arrives Appoint someone to go to the street and look for the Fire Dept.

and Ambulance

XX. First-aid KitsEach team is issued a basic first aid kit, which includes: band aids, gauze pads, gauze wrap,

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medical tape and ice packs.

Each shed will contain extra first aid supplies within a red bag to be hung at eye level. Additional ice packs are kept at each field in the field box. Ice packs are to be used for injuries and not for icing down a pitcher’s arm after he has pitched in a game. If a pitcher’s arm is to be iced down after he has thrown, then it is up to that teams Manager/Coach to provide the ice. It is recommended that a small cooler be brought to the field for this purpose. Managers are instructed that they can get more first-aid supplies from the Safety Officer when needed.

XXI. Rule EnforcementManagers are subject to random inspections of equipment and medical release forms, as well as ensuring appropriate dugout behavior. The league Safety Officer, President, or other District Official may perform these random inspections.

Managers are responsible for ensuring players are properly equipped. All fields shall be equipped with breakaway bases per Little League guidelines. Managers and Coaches are reminded that they are not allowed to catch

pitchers during practice or games (Rule 3.09) Managers and coaches are not allowed to sit on buckets outside of dugout

during games (managers and coaches must remain in dugout during play unless they are designated base coaches)

Players are not allowed to have bats in hand while in the dugout Catchers must wear a throat protector regardless of type of mask worn Rule 1.16 – Helmets must have a non-glare surface and cannot be mirror-like in

nature.

AppendixBelow is a list of forms and documents that are included in this Safety Manual. These forms/documents can be found on the pages that follow.

Appendix A - Medical Release Form..............................................................................25Appendix B - Concussion: Signs, Symptoms and Action Plan…………………………...26Appendix C - Concussion: Parent/Athlete Information…………………………………….27 Appendix D - Volunteer Form (New and Returning Volunteer)......................................29Appendix E - Incident/Injury tracking Report Form.........................................................30Appendix F - Accident Notification Form……………………………………………………32

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Appendix G - Concession Stand Rules and SafetyTips ..…………………...33Appendix H - Equipment Sign-Out / Return Form ………………………………... 35Appendix I - Sample Inventory Sheet ............................................................................36Appendix J - League Safety Clinic Notice......................................................................37Appendix K - Facility Survey..........................................................................................38Appendix L - Lightning Safety Procedure ……………………………………………….. .43Appendix M – EDHLL Annual Concussion Training Certificate ………………………….44 Appendix N – Parents Guide to Misconduct ……………………………………………. 45Appendix O – Online Link References …………………………………………………….46Appendix P– Big Al Baseball online Training ……………………………………………. 47

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Appendix A - Medical Release Form (page 25)

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Appendix B – Concussion: Signs, Symptoms and Action Plan (page 26)

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Appendix C – Concussion: Parent/Athlete Information (page 27-28)

Required for 2020Concussion Information for parents: link: http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0115/2372/ConcussionInformation.pdf

Concussion acknowledgement all players: link: http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0115/2373/ConcussionAcknowledgement.pdf

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Appendix D - Volunteer Form New and Returning Volunteers (page 29)

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Appendix E - Incident/Injury Tracking Report Form (page 30)

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Appendix F - LITTLE LEAGUE® BASEBALL ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION FORM (pages 31-32)

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Appendix G - Concession Stand Rules and Safety Tips (pages 33-34)

Concession Stand Rules1. Adult supervision must always be in effect. 2. Only adults (18 years of age or older) can operate or be near the grill. 3. Outdoor grills will be placed in an area away from spectators. 4. All volunteers will wash their hands on a regular basis. (Hand Sanitizer available) 5. Un-wrapped food must be handled with paper towels or plastic wrap. 6. No glass containers of any type will be sold at the concession stand. 7. Everything must be cleaned up and put away at the end of each shift. 8. A complete First-aid Kit will be kept in the concession stand. 9. A fire extinguisher shall be kept in the concession stand for emergency use. 10. A list of emergency phone numbers will be posted in the concession stand.

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Appendix H - Equipment Sign-Out/Return Form (page 35)

2020 Little League Equipment Sign-OutAt the start of every Little League season, every team manager may be required to sign-out his/her team equipment. It will be the responsibility of every manager/coach to maintain their team’s equipment during the season. With this comes teaching the players to respect the equipment. If at any time during the season a problem arises with the equipment i.e. (broken helmet or catchers gear) notify the equipment coordinator for replacement. Once the season has ended a date will be set for equipment return. Prior to returning the equipment all managers/coaches shall clean out their equipment bag and have it ready to turn in at the specified date, set by the Equipment Manager.

Equipment Checkout

Division_____________ Team Name_________________

Manager/Coach___________________ Date___________

Equipment Return

Manager/Coach___________________ Date___________

Appendix I - Sample Inventory Sheet (page 36)35


EDHLL 2020 Majors Bag # M-01

Appendix J – Mandatory Managers and Coaches Training and Safety Clinic Notice (page 37)

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Appendix K - Facility Surveys (pages 38-42)

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#38. Lighting Testing performed/completed June 5-June 7, 2018.

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Appendix L – Lightning Safety (page 43)

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El Dorado Hills Little League follows Little League policy regarding lightning safety with the following guidelines: 1. Watch for developing or approaching storms; use all resources (web, TV, radio, etc.) to determine the risk level. 2. At the first sound of thunder or visible lightning - CLEAR THE FIELD!

A thunderstorm can cast lightning up to 10 miles from the edge of the storm, or about as far as the sound thunder can carry.

WHAT TO DO: Go to a large enclosed building, if one is nearby Go to metal-top cars, with windows rolled up, if no enclosed building is available Complete a check of the facility for anyone still outdoors

WHAT NOT TO DO: Don’t allow players to remain in the dugouts or spectators to stay in the stands Don’t carry metal items (like bats) or walk beside metal fences Don’t go to an open-sided shelter; it is not adequate and should not be used.

3. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last lightning strike/peal of thunder before returning to play 4. Do not leave facility until directed; wait at designated location(s) at field until the game is postponed or cancelled. 5. Make sure all players are accounted for and leaving with approved person(s)

If someone is struck by lightning: Lightning victims do not carry an electrical charge, are safe to handle, and need immediate

medical attention. Call for help. Have someone call 9-1-1 or your local ambulance service. Give first aid. Begin

CPR if necessary. If possible, move the victim to a safer place.

For more information and tips on lightning safety, visit NOAA’s website

http://elcosh.org/document/4154/d001459/osha-noaa-fact-sheet%3A-lightning-safetywhen-working-outdoors.html

Parents, coaches, umpires and all volunteers - please help enforce this policy. Our kids’ lives may depend on YOU!

Appendix M – EDHLL Annual Concussion Training Certificate (page 44)

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Appendix N – Parents Guide to Misconduct (page 45)

Appendix O – Online Link References AND Websites (page 46)

-Concussion Safety

https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html

-US Center for Safe Sport (Parents Guide to Misconduct) 45

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https://uscenterforsafesport.org/training-and-education/training-and-education-services/

-USA Little League Baseball Bats

https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-rules/

-Little League Rulebook App.

https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/little-league-rulebook-app/

-California District 54https://www.ca54littleleague.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1548924

-El Dorado Hills Little Leaguehttps://www.edhll.com/

-Lightning Safetyhttps://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/marine/factlightning.pdf

-Concession Stand Tipshttps://ll-production-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/01/09-Concession-Safety.pdf

-Modifying Helmets/Additional Attachmentshttps://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/modifying-helmets-with-additional-attachments/

-Big Al Traininghttp://bigalbaseball.com/

Appendix P – Big Al Baseball online training

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https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/modifying-helmets-with-additional-attachments/

https://ll-production-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2018/01/09-Concession-Safety.pdf

https://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/marine/factlightning.pdf

https://www.edhll.com/

https://www.ca54littleleague.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1548924

https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/little-league-rulebook-app/

https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-rules/

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