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2015 SAFETY MANUAL

MISSION STATEMENT DBLL is committed to the safety and well-being of its players, volunteers, and guests with the ultimate goal of providing the safest playing and learning environment possible. We will ensure that policies and practices are developed and adopted that will best protect our players, our volunteers, our facilities, and our resources.

DIAMONDBACK LITTLE LEAGUE MANAGERS SAFETY MANUAL

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Table of Contents ASAP – A Safety Awareness Program.............................................................................3 Play It Safe.......................................................................................................................4

SAFETY MANUAL AND FIRST AID KITS 6 TRAINING 7

WHAT’S NEW FOR 2015 7 Facilities Improvements for 2015 .....................................................................................7 Safety and Operations Expenditures ...............................................................................8

LITTLE LEAGUE PHONE NUMBERS 2015 9 DIAMONDBACK LITTLE LEAGUE PHONE NUMBERS 9

General League Contact ................................................................................................9 2015 Board of Directors .................................................................................................9 Non-Board Positions ......................................................................................................9 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ...........................................................................................10 NON-EMERGENCY ......................................................................................................10

FIRST AID 11 What is First-Aid? ..........................................................................................................11 First-Aid Kits ..................................................................................................................11 Some Important Do’s And Don’ts ..................................................................................11 Communicable Disease Procedures .............................................................................11

SAFETY CODE OF CONDUCT 13 GUIDELINES FOR PREVENTING INJURY 14

General ..........................................................................................................................14 Dehydration ...................................................................................................................14 Games and Practice Sessions .......................................................................................14 Equipment ......................................................................................................................15 Fields & Parking .............................................................................................................15 Managers and Coaches .................................................................................................16 Parents and Spectators .................................................................................................17

SNACK BAR SAFETY 19 Snack Bar, Grilling and Cleaning Guidelines 18

Menu, Cooking & Reheating ..........................................................................................18 Cooling & Cold Storage .................................................................................................18 Food Handling, Hand Washing, Health, Hygiene and Dishwashing ..............................18 Ice ..................................................................................................................................19 Insect Control, Trash and Waste ...................................................................................19 Grilling Safety ................................................................................................................19

ACCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES 23 What to report: ...............................................................................................................23 When to report: ..............................................................................................................23 How to make the report: ................................................................................................23 Safety Officer’s Responsibilities: ...................................................................................23 General Liability Claim Form .........................................................................................30 Little League Baseball Accident Notification Form ........................................................31


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INTRODUCTION

The Diamondback Little League Safety Program is developed to establish safety awareness during league games and practices. The major components of the program are to address medical emergencies, first aid and general safety guidelines. This Safety Manual is made available to each volunteer member of Diamondback Little League. All members are encouraged to read and to practice its instruction during all Diamondback Little League events. Further, Diamondback Little League is required to perform certain facility surveys, audits and safety checks prior to the start of the baseball seasons, and during the progress of the practices and games each season. Two major components of these audits are the Little League Baseball and Softball National Facility Survey and the Little League Lighting Safety Audit. The League’s reports of the subject reviews are included in the preface of this Manual, and are an integral part of this manual. Primarily, Diamondback Little League encourages its Team Managers to review this manual thoroughly, since they most frequently are the Diamondback adults present and responsible during league events. In addition, the Code of Conduct, Safety Code and Expectations sections are valuable resources for reviewing safety concerns with parents and players. With the child’s safety the League’s utmost concern for the Players, Diamondback Little League is required by the Little League Child Protection Program (Little League Regulation I (b), and subsections (c) 8 and 9) to perform background checks on all adult volunteers active in our League programs. ALL Board Members, Managers, Coaches and volunteers must complete and sign an application, and the Board of Directors must then check to see if the applicant is listed on the sex offender registry, and, or perform a criminal background check for the individual. “No League may allow any person to participate in any manner, whose background check reveals a conviction for any crime involving or against a minor.” The Child Protection Program section details additional information related to Diamondback Little League’s commitment to the Players’ safety around the League volunteers. ASAP – A Safety Awareness Program ASAP was created from the “grassroots” of Little League. A focus group of volunteers shaped the Safety Officer’s mission:

“To create awareness, through education and information, of the opportunities to provide a safer environment for kids

and all participants of Little League Baseball” The Goal of ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program) is to raise safety awareness and make it “safer for kids”, now and into the future. Your league’s success is measured not in dollars spent for safety or by becoming the “perfect league”, but by improving your current situation.


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Likewise, ASAP is not intended to impress new rules and regulations on leagues. ASAP is the communication link to a national network of safety officers, allowing them to share ideas on providing a safer environment. Instead of starting from scratch, a new safety officer can see what leagues across the country are doing to raise safety awareness and prevent injuries. Play It Safe The purpose of “Play It Safe” is to provide information and counsel to Little League personnel on carrying out basic safety policies, and making Little League a safer and more enjoyable activity. Those who are engaged in Little League administration and management should have an understanding of how fundamentals of safety can be applied to various assignments in the organization. Safety practices should become routine discipline and a background reason for all activities. In short, become “safety minded.” The four cornerstones for building an effective safety program, known as the four “E’s” of safety, may be described as follows: EDUCATION refers to the important matter of including suitable safety

precautions in instructions, training, communications, drill work and follow-up.

EQUIPMENT applies to the safe upkeep and use of physical property, fields,

personal protective equipment, bleachers, bats, balls, etc. ENTHUSIASM is the key to selling this important ingredient called safety, which

can prevent painful and disabling accidents. ENFORCEMENT should be applied more as an incentive for skillful ball playing rather

than disciplinary action. Far better results can be obtained by praise and recognition than by forcing players into line. Tactful guidance must be backed by firmness and justly used discipline.

The responsibility for safety procedures should be that of EVERY adult member of Diamondback Little League. All DBLL members shall adhere to, and carry out, the policies as set forth in this Safety Manual. DBLL primarily relies on each Team Manager as an essential part of the DBLL Safety Program because they are directly involved with the players, the parents/guardians and the day-to-day activities. They are expected to carry out the safety guidelines described herein. Therefore, this Safety Manual is provided by DBLL to all Team Managers. It is also available to any DBLL member upon request. PRESIDENT The President of DBLL is responsible for ensuring that the policies

and regulations of the DBLL Safety Officer are carried out by the entire membership to the best of his/her abilities.


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SAFETY OFFICER As a member of the League Board of Directors, the primary

responsibility of the Safety Officer shall be to develop and implement the DBLL Safety Program. The responsibilities of the DBLL Safety Officer include:

x Ensuring that each Team Manager receives this Safety

Manual and a First Aid Kit

x Provide basic First Aid training and support to the Managers, Coaches and League Volunteers

x Keeping the First Aid Log, a list where accidents and injuries are occurring, to whom, in which division, at what times, under what supervision.

x Assisting parents and individuals with insurance claims

x Checking the Fields with the Fields Coordinator and listing areas needing attention

x Completing the Annual Little League Facility Survey

TEAM MANAGERS Each Team Manager shall take possession of this Safety Manual and the First Aid Kit supplied by DBLL, and the responsibilities of each DBLL Team Manager include:

x The safety of their players

x Performing ongoing field and equipment inspections

x The team’s conduct

x Observance of the official rules

x Deference to the umpires

x The actions of designated coaches

TEAM PARENTS Each team will select a Team Parent, which in addition to other

duties involved in assisting the Team Manager, shall also be responsible for supporting the Team Manager in the accomplishment of the safety related task noted above.

A copy of this manual is provided to, and inspected by, the staff of Arizona Little League District 3, and all required filings are made with Little League Baseball Headquarters.


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SAFETY MANUAL AND FIRST AID KITS

Each team will be issued a Safety Manual and a First Aid Kit at the beginning of the season. The manager or the team will acknowledge the receipt of both by signing in the space provided below when taking possession of these articles. Two chemical ice packs will be issued to each team at the beginning of the season. Others are available at all times in the snack bar. Additionally, all umpires will be issued copies of the Safety Manual. The snack bar will have a First Aid Kit and a Safety Manual in plain sight at all times. The Safety Manual will include phone numbers for emergency services, Western Region Little League, Arizona District 3 Little League, and all Diamondback Little League Board of Directors. It will also contain maps and/or directions to local hospitals and other emergency services, the Diamondback Little League Code of Conduct, Do’s and Don’ts of treating injured players. This information will also be posted in the display cases at the snack bar. The First Aid Kit will include the basic items to treat an injured player until professional help arrives if need be (see First Aid section). ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have received my Safety Manual and First Aid Kit and will have them both present at all practices, batting cage practices, games (season games and post-season games) and any other event where team members could become injured or hurt. Print Name of Manager Team Name and Division Signature of Manager Date

Tear on the above dotted line and give to the DBLL Safety Officer upon signing.


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TRAINING

Managers Meeting: All Diamondback Little League managers and coaches must attend a mandatory meeting before each season starts. This meeting is conducted by the Diamondback Little League Board of Directors. A review of the Little League and Diamondback Little League rules and regulations is conducted. For 2015 this meeting is February 21, 2015. Fundamentals Training for Managers and Coaches: Each year fundamental skills training and First Aid procedures clinics are held for managers, coaches, and players. For 2015, the clinics will be held on February 21, 2015. DBLL Coaching Coordinator will conduct the clinics, with direct participation and support by various DBLL Board Members.

WHAT’S NEW FOR 2015 Facilities Improvements for 2015 Diamondback Little League also attempts to continuously improve its facilities with safety in mind. For the 2015 season, the following will be accomplished:

x Wooden bleachers will be inspected, repaired, replaced, and painted as

necessary x Various areas around the Major/Minor field will be repaired including the

replacement and welding of three perimeter gate locks.

x Replacement of locks for bathroom access at Echo Mountain facility and inspection of locks to storage facilities.

x Repair and replacement of damaged backstop wood base planks.

x Repair and replacement of leaking plumbing to the swamp cooler for the concession stand.

x Leveling and grooming of infield areas on each of the Division fields.

x Purchase and install security camera at the concession stand.

x Expansion and confirmation of the “Zero Tolerance” policy for bad and belligerent behavior by players, coaches, managers or parents is adopted in the DBLL rules.


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Safety and Operations Expenditures The DBLL Little League Board of Directors allocates and directs the expenditure of substantial funds towards the setup, maintenance, lighting and operation of all the League’s fields and playing surfaces for the safety of all Players entrusted to the care of the League. For 2015, the budgeted expenditures for improvements and safety in operation of the fields at Echo Mountain School are in excess of $10,000, not including team game equipment and professional umpire fees.


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LITTLE LEAGUE PHONE NUMBERS 2014

District Safety Officer 602-971-7188 Williamsport Insurance Claims Office 570-327-1674 ASAP HOTLINE 800-811-7443 Little League Headquarters 570-326-1921

DIAMONDBACK LITTLE LEAGUE PHONE NUMBERS General League Contact League Cell Phone Board Member on Duty 2014 Board of Directors President Matt Schminke 602-881-9030 Vice President Jim Burton 602-918-7976 Treasurer John Tredaro 480-286-2384 Secretary Cindy Richards Safety Officer Jeff Starling 623-202-4244 Administration/Sponsorships Chris Bocceri 602-349-0013 Information Officer Randy Olsen 602-738-7319 Player Agent Stephanie Washington 602-332-0713 Coaching Coordinator Phil Nazzaro Major Vice President Matt Schminke 602-881-9030 Minor Vice President Randy Olsen 602-738-7319 Farm Vice President Trevor Yancey Tee-Ball Vice President Mike Littlefield Procurement Jim Burton 602-918-7976 Fields Coordinator Justin Conner/Tom Alben Umpire Coordinator Open Snack Bar Coordinator Stephanie Washington 602-332-0713 Volunteer Coordinator Matt Schminke 602-881-9030 Non-Board Positions Equipment Manager


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MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

911 Emergency Only Ambulance • Fire & Rescue • Paramedics

Police & Highway Patrol If emergency services are needed, please go to our snack bar, we will call for help. NON-EMERGENCY City of Phoenix Police Department 602-262-6297 City of Phoenix Fire Department 602-262-6151 Paradise Valley Hospital, 3939 East Bell Road 602-262-6151 Samaritan Regional Poison Center 602-253-3334 or 800-362-0101 Paradise Valley Unified School District Community Education 602-449-2200

LOCATIONS The Diamondback Little League primary Fields Complex is located at Echo Mountain Elementary School on the northwest corner of 18th Street and Grovers Ave. along the south side of the school.

In addition, Diamondback Little League also uses the fields at:

x Aire Libre Elementary School, 20th St and Sandra Terrace Rd x Sunset Canyon Elementary School, 28th St and Union Hills Rd x Cactus View Elementary School, Central Ave. and Grovers Ave

Additional ASAP News, the newsletter and updates can be obtained via the Little League website, at http://www.littleleague.org.

SAFETY IS A RESPONSIBILITY

MAKE IT YOURS TOO!

BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFETY


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FIRST AID What is First-Aid? First-Aid means exactly what the term implies – the first care given to a victim. It is usually performed by the first person on the scene and continued until professional medical help arrives; (i.e. 9-1-1, paramedics). At no time should anyone administering first-aid go beyond his or her capabilities. Know your limits! First-Aid Kits First-Aid Kits and guides will be furnished at the beginning of the season to each team, and basic first-aid training and support will be provided to the Team Manager and Coaches at the required Coaches’ Clinic prior to the start of the practice season. The first aid kit will become part of the team’s equipment package and shall be taken to all practices, games (whether season or post-season), and any other Diamondback Little League event where children’s safety is at risk. A first-aid kit will be available at the concession stand at all times. Some Important Do’s And Don’ts

Communicable Disease Procedures

x Bleeding must be stopped, the open wound covered, and the uniform changed if there is blood on it before the athlete may continue.

x Routinely use gloves to prevent mucous membrane exposure when contact with blood or other body fluids anticipated (provided in first-aid kit).

x Immediately wash hands and other skin surface if contaminated with blood. x Clean all blood contaminated surfaces and equipment. x Managers, coaches, and volunteers with open wounds should refrain from all

direct contact until the condition is resolved. x Follow accepted guidelines in the immediate control of bleeding and disposal of

soiled materials.

DO… • Reassure and aid children who are injured, frightened, or lost. • Provide or assist in obtaining medical attention for those who require it. • Carry your first-aid kit to all games and practices. • Look for signs of injury. • Listen to the injured describe what happened, and what hurts, if conscience. • Feel the injured area gently and carefully for signs of swelling or broken bones. • Have players’ medical form with you at all times during the season.

DON’T… • Administer any medications. • provide and food or beverages (other than water). • Hesitate in giving aid when needed. • Be afraid to ask for help if you are not sure of the proper procedures (i.e., CPR, etc.) • Transport injured individuals except in extreme emergencies. • Leave an unattended child at any time. • Hesitate to report any present of potential safety hazard to the Safety Officer


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SAFETY CODE OF CONDUCT Watch for small children around parked cars. No Alcohol allowed in any parking lot, field or common areas within a Diamondback Little League complex. No Playing in parking lots at any time. No Playing on and around lawn equipment. Use Cross walks when crossing roadways. Always be alert for traffic. No Profanity. No Throwing Balls against dugouts or against backstop. Catchers must be used for all batting practice sessions. No throwing rocks. No horseplay at any time. No climbing fences. No pets are permitted at Diamondback Little League games or practices. Observe all posted signs. Players and spectators should be alert at all times for Foul Balls and Errant Throws. During games, players must remain in the dugout area in an orderly fashion at all times. After each game, each team must clean up trash in dugout and around stands.

Failure to comply with the Diamondback Little League Code of Conduct may result in expulsion from the Diamondback Little League field or complex.


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GUIDELINES FOR PREVENTING INJURY General

x Safety is the responsibility of every adult. x If emergency medical services are needed, please go to our snack bar, and we

will call for help. x Managers and coaches should carry their first-aid kit and guide with them at all

times. x There will be a first-aid kit and guide at our snack bar at all times. x Managers and coaches shall enforce all Little League Official Regulations and

Playing Rules and all Diamondback Little League Playing Rules and Regulations for games and practices.

Dehydration x Requesting a parent to volunteer to bring water to games and practices and

encourage players to bring water to games and practices. x For ultra violet ray exposure, players should be encouraged to wear sunscreen

and caps. x Players should dress appropriately for games and practices.

Games and Practice Sessions x No games or practices will be held when weather or field conditions are poor. x Paying attention at all times during practice sessions and games is a must. x Playing area should be inspected frequently for holes, damage, stones, glass

and other foreign objects. x Only players, managers, coaches and umpires are permitted on the playing field

or in the dugout during the games. x All team and players equipment should be stored within the team dugout, or

behind screens, and not in the playing area. x Responsibility for keeping bats and loose equipment off the field of play is that of

manager or a designated player or coach of that team. x During practice and games, all players should be alert and watching the batter on

each pitch. x During warm-up drills players should be spaced so that no one is endangered by

wild throws or missed catches. x All pre-game warm-ups should be performed within the confines of the playing

field and not within areas that are frequented by, and thus endanger spectators (i.e., playing catch, pepper, swing bats, etc.).

x Batters must wear Little League approved protective helmets during practice and games. Painted helmets void the warranty.

x Catchers must wear catcher’s helmet, mask, throat guard, long model chest protector with flap down, shin guards and protective cup with athletic supporter at all times (males), and something comparable for females, during practices and games. NO EXCEPTIONS.

x Managers should encourage all male players to wear protective cups and supporters for practices and games.

x All players, male and female, should wear some kind of protective cup and supporter at all times.

x No running into streets after foul balls. x No jewelry should be worn to practices or games.


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x On deck batters are not permitted. x No head first sliding except when runner is returning to a base. x During sliding practice, bases should not be strapped down or anchored. x At no time is “horse play” permitted on the playing field. x Players who wear glasses should be encouraged to wear “safety glasses.” x Keep fingers out of the fencing during games and practices. x Teach Bat Safety by instructing players to carry their bat on the trademark to

discourage swinging. Players are not to swing bats unless they are instructed to by the manager or coach. Players are not to throw the bat while running to first base.

Equipment x Equipment must be inspected regularly and maintained in good condition.

Reduced impact balls will be provided and used in the Tee-Ball Division to reduce chance of ball-hit injuries.

x All team equipment should be stored within the team dugout, or behind screens, and not within the area defined by the umpire as “in play.”

x The DBLL first-aid kit and safety manual will become part of the team’s equipment package and shall be taken to all practices, games and any other DBLL event where children’s safety is at risk.

Fields & Parking Perimeter signs are posted at the complex strictly prohibiting the following:

x Alcoholic beverages x Walking of dogs x Loitering x Bike riding or skateboarding x Unorganized handball or golfing x Use of profane, loud, and/or abusive language

A permanent fence encloses the entire field. A temporary chain link fence with fence caps may be installed around each field for games and practices. Handicapped access is available at the north end of the field complex. Park at your own risk signs are posted along the city streets that boarder the fields complex and along the parking lot. A Field Day is held each year prior to practices and games to repair the fields, fencing, back stops, bases, pitching mounds, home plates, stands and any other items that need attention. Prior to each practice and game, the managers of each team using the field are required to prepare the field for the game and restore the field after the game for next day use. This action requires that the field be inspected for hazards. Reminders for the Managers and Coaches to perform these tasks are posted in the dugout and equipment storage areas.


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Code of Conduct

The Board of Directors of DBLL Little League has mandated the following Code of Conduct. Managers and Coaches

x I believe that each player is unique, valued and respected, that each player has the right to respect, consideration and dignity, and have the responsibility to provide the same to others.

x I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win.

x I will treat each player as an individual remembering the large range of emotional and physical development for the same age group.

x I will do my best to provide a safe playing situation for my players. x I will promise to review and practice the basic first aid principles needed to treat injuries

of my players. x I will do my best to organize practices that are fun and challenging for all my players. x I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players. x I respect, trust, and am proud of my players. I value fair play, recognition, and integrity. x The have the highest respect for each other and his or her performance. x I will provide a sports environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and

alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at ALL youth sports events. x I will use those coaching techniques appropriate for each of the skills that I teach. x I will remember that I am a youth sports coach and that the game is for the children – not

adults! Parents and Spectators

x I pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by practicing the following principles.

x I believe that each player is unique, valued and respected. That each player has the right to respect, consideration and dignity, and has the responsibility to provide the same to others.

x I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice and other youth sports event and ask my child to do the same.

x I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.

x I will demand a sports environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at all youth sports events.

x I will insist on a safe playing situation for my child. x I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship for my child. I will

value fair play, recognition, integrity, and have the highest respect for coaches and officials.

x I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all the kids.

x I will remember that the game is for the children – not adults! x I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child


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Manager and Coaches 10 Rules For Little League

Sideline Behavior Diam

ondback Little League’s Code of Conduct I BELIEVE THAT EACH PLAYER IS UNIQUE, VALUED AND RESPECTED, THAT EACH PLAYER HAS THE RIGHT TO RESPECT, CONSIDERATION AND DIGNITY, AND HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE THE SAME TO OTHERS. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win. I will treat each player as an individual remembering the large range of emotional and physical development for the same age group. I will do my best to provide a safe playing situation for my players. I will promise to review and practice the basic first aid principles needed to treat injuries of my players. I will do my best to organize practices that are fun and challenging for all my players. I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players. I respect, trust, and am proud of my players. I value fair play, recognition, integrity, The have the highest respect for each other and his or her performance. I will provide a sports environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at ALL youth sports events. I will use those coaching techniques appropriate for each of the skills that I teach. I will remember that I am a youth sports coach and that THE GAME IS FOR THE CHILDREN AND NOT THE ADULTS!

Parents on the sidelines have a MAJOR EFFECT on their child’s play.

Please be sure that the effect is positive

These tips come from long years of experience with youth sports. FIRST RULE – ALLOW YOUR CHILD TO BE A

CHILD AND ENJOY THE GAME.

SECOND RULE – CHEER!

THIRD RULE – THE FUN LIES IN BEING ABLE

TO PLAY.

FOURTH RULE – ENCOURAGE

DEVELOPMENT OVER WINNING.

FIFTH RULE – SUPPORT THE ENTIRE TEAM, NOT JUST YOUR CHILD. CHEER THE GOOD

PLAY OF ALL THE PLAYERS.

SIXTH RULE – PRACTICE GOOD

SPORTSMANSHIP. PLAYERS LEARN BY

EXAMPLE AND PARENTS SET THE MOST

POWERFUL EXAMPLE.

SEVENTH RULE – LET THE PLAYERS PLAY

AND THE COACHES COACH. DON’T INSTRUCT

YOUR CHILD DURING THE GAME. YOU WILL

ONLY CONFUSE THE PLAYER.

EIGHT RULE – LET THE UMPIRES UMPIRE. YELLING AT THE UMPIRES DOES NOT

ACCOMPLISH ANYTHING POSITIVE. CONSISTENT YELLING MAY RESULT IN THE

UMPIRE ASKING YOU TO LEAVE THE FIELD.

NINTH RULE – BE SUPPORTIVE OF THE

COACH. THE COACH HAS TO DEAL WITH A

LOT OF DETAILS THAT ARE NECESSARY TO

ALLOW YOUR CHILD TO PLAY. PITCH IN

WITHOUT BEING ASKED.

TENTH RULE – LEARN THE RULES.

Keep all your comments to your child positive – no matter what the score or how well your child played.

Parents and Spectators I PLEDGE to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports by practicing the following principles. I BELIEVE THAT EACH PLAYER IS UNIQUE, VALUED AND RESPECTED. THAT EACH PLAYER HAS THE RIGHT TO RESPECT, CONSIDERATION AND DIGNITY, AND HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE THE SAME TO OTHERS. I WILL ENCOURAGE GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP BY DEMONSTRATING POSITIVE SUPPORT FOR PLAYERS, COACHES, AND OFFICIALS AT EVERY GAME, PRACTICE AND OTHER YOUTH SPORTS EVENT AND ASK MY CHILD TO DO THE SAME. I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win. I will insist on a safe playing situation for my child. I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all the kids. I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship for my child. I will value fair play, recognition, integrity, and have the highest respect for coaches and officials. I will demand a sports environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and I will refrain from their use at all youth sports events. I will remember that the game is for the children – NOT ADULTS!


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SNACK BAR SAFETY As a service to the families and guest, which attend games and events held at the Diamondback Little League fields, the Board of Directors has chosen to establish and operate a Snack Bar. The Snack Bar also serves as a substantial fund raising operation for the league; therefore the business of managing, stocking, maintaining and operating the operation has been assigned to the Snack Bar Coordinator, an elected position on the Diamondback Little League Board of Directors. The Snack Bar Coordinator oversees the ongoing operation of the service and facilities, and coordinates and supervises the volunteers serving as Snack Bar helpers. A Board Member will be present in the vicinity of the Snack Bar during all hours of open operation.

SNACK BAR, GRILLING AND CLEANING GUIDELINES Menu, Cooking & Reheating The menu will be limited to items, which are easily obtained, stored and prepared within the Snack Bar, and adjoining access and storage areas. No “home cooked” items will be available, and all items requiring cooking or heating will be prepared in strict accordance with cooking instructions, cook times and necessary temperatures to avoid food borne illnesses. Reheating will be kept to a minimum, and when required, will be performed in a manner that obtains a temperature of 165 degrees to reach active bacteria killing temperatures. Cooling & Cold Storage The League owns and operates electronic beverage coolers, refrigerators and freezers for the storage of drinks and foodstuffs use in operation of the Snack Bar. Temperatures will be maintained at levels necessary to safely store and maintain all classes of product purchased for use in the Snack Bar operation. All foods requiring refrigeration or freezing will be kept in the appropriate storage unit until prepared for sale, and no items will be left unrefrigerated, in order to avoid food borne illnesses from occurring. Food Handling, Hand Washing, Health, Hygiene and Dishwashing Hand contact with raw or ready to eat foods will be avoided, and proper serving utensils will be used to dispense foods. Hand washing is necessary for everyone, and posters defining the proper methods of cleaning will be posted in the restrooms and Snack Bar. If hand contact food service is needed, the servers will wear plastic gloves. Only health workers will be allowed to prepare and serve food to the public. All servers must wear clean outer garments. There will be no smoking allowed in or around the Snack Bar. Dishwashing will be completed with hot soapy water, followed by a clear water rinse and air drying. Counters, food preparation and service areas will be kept clean and sanitized. Disposable paper towels will be used in place of wiping cloths whenever

I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child NEGATIVE COMMENTS FROM PARENTS ARE A MAJOR REASON THAT CHILDREN QUIT SPORTS.


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possible. Any wiping clothes that are used will be properly washed and sanitized after every use period.


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Ice Ice that is used for cup beverages will be maintained in a separate container, and will not be mixed with ice used to cool foods, drinks or for other application. Ice used for serving beverages will be dispensed using a scoop or other utensil. Never use the hand to dispense ice for drinks or other consumption by the public. Insect Control, Trash and Waste All foods will be kept covered and protected from exposure to the air and insects. No pesticides will be stored in the Snack Bar area, and will not be used while the Snack Bar is in operation. All garbage containers will have tight-fitting lids, and will be kept away from the food preparation and service areas. Plastic liners will be used in all trash receptacles, and will be removed at the end of each operation of the Snack Bar. Trash receptacles will be kept clean and will not be stored in the Snack Bar area while not in use. No waste will be left in the Snack Bar area between periods of operation. All Trash and Waste must be disposed of properly in the dumpsters provided by the facilities operators. No wastewater from the preparation, service or cleaning of the Snack Bar will be disposed of by dumping on the area around the facility. All unused foods will be disposed of after each day of Snack Bar operation. No leftovers will be kept for future use in the Snack Bar. Grilling Safety As such times that the Snack Bar and/or the League make use of outdoor grills or barbecues (gas only will be used), all safety issues noted above will also be applied. In addition, any grill used for League events will be safety inspected for leaks, cracks and food waste prior to use, to ensure the safe working condition and cleanliness of the equipment. Gas canisters should not be left in a vehicle or in the sun. In order to reduce the chance of contamination, for meats and poultry to be used for League events, no marinades, sauces, sautés or other tenderizer or soaking applications will be allowed. All preparation and cooking surfaces will be kept clean and sanitized. All foods for cooking will be kept separate from each other, proper utensils will be used to handle and prepare the food, and all foods will be prepared to “fully cooked” temperatures. Additional information as to League Guidelines for safe food handling and preparation is included on the following pages.


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Food Safety

� Hand soap and paper towels

� Designated area for washing hands.

� A clear safe pathway out of the concession stand will be maintained.

� No food will be setting outside.

A fire extinguisher is located in the concession stand.


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ACCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES What to report: An incident that causes any player, manager, coach, and umpire or volunteer to receive medical treatment and/or first-aid must be reported to the Director of Safety. This includes even passive treatments such as the evaluation and diagnosis of the extent of the injury or periods of rest. When to report: All such incidents described above must be reported to the Director of Safety within 24 to 48 hours of the incident. How to make the report: Reporting incidents cam come in a variety of forms. Most typically, they are telephone conversations. At a minimum, the following information must be provided:

x The name and phone number of the individual involved. x The date, time and location of the incident. x As detailed a description of the incident as possible. x The preliminary estimation of the extent of any injuries. x The name and phone number of the person reporting the incident.

Safety Officer’s Responsibilities: Within 48 hours of receiving the incident report, the Safety Officer will contact the injured party’s parents or guardians and

1) Verify the information received 2) Obtain any other necessary information 3) Check the status of the injured party, and 4) In the event that the injured party required other medical treatment (i.e., emergency room visit, doctor’s visit, etc.) will advise the parent or guardian of the Diamondback Little League insurance coverage and the provisions for submitting any claims.

See “LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION FORM” & Instructions, included with this manual.


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APPENDIX A


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League Name: Diamondback Little League .

District #: .

ID #: .

(if needed) ID #: .

(if needed) ID #: .

City: Phoenix Sate: AZ .

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President: Safety Officer: .

Address: Address: .

City: City: .

State: AZ ZIP: 85022 State: AZ ZIP: 85086 .

Phone (work): Phone (work): .

Phone (home): Phone (home): .

Email: Email: .

PLANS FOR FUTURE NEEDS

What are league's plans for improvements?

Next 12 mons. 1-2 yrs.

a. New fields

b. Basepath/infield 3

c. Bases 1

d. Scoreboards

e. Pressbox 1

f. Concession stand 1

g. Restrooms 2

h. Field lighting

i. Warning track

j. Bleachers 1

k. Fencing 1

l. Bull pens 1

m. Dugouts 1

n. Other (specify): 1

4030302

Jeff Starling

35417 N 34th Ave

Phoenix

623-202-4244

2

[email protected]

2+ yrs.

623-594-0908

[email protected]

Batting Cages

LITTLE LEAGUE® BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

NATIONAL FACILITY SURVEY

Indicate number of fields in boxes below.

2015

Matt Schminke

417 E Villa Rita Dr

Phoenix

602-881-9030

602-881-9030


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SPECIFIC BALLFIELD QUESTIONS • Please list all fields by name. For more than 20 fields, copy this form or request additional forms from ASAP (800/811-7443 or [email protected]). Field Identification (List your ballfields 1-20) 1 2 3 4

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Please answer the following questions for each field:

Field # 1 2 3 4

GENERAL INVENTORY (For the following questions, if the answer is "No" please leave the space blank.)

1. How many cars can park in designated parking areas?

None

1-50 51-100 x x 101 or more x x 2. How many people can your bleachers seat? None/NA 1-100 x x 101-300 x x 301-500 501 or more 3. What material is used for bleachers? Wood x Metal x x x Other 4. Metal bleachers: Ground wire attached to ground rod?

Yes

5. Wood bleachers: Are inspected annually for safety?

Yes x

6. Is a safety railing at the top/back of bleachers?

Yes

7. Is a handrail up the sides of bleachers? Yes 8. Is telephone service available? Permanent Cellular x x x x 9. Is a public address system available? Permanent x x x x Portable 10. Is there a press box? Yes x x 11. Is there a scoreboard? Yes x x 12. Adequate bathroom facilities available? Yes x x x x 13. Permanent concession stands? Yes x x x x 14. Mobile concession stands? Yes


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Field # 1 2 3 4

FIELD 15. Is field completely fenced? Yes 16. What type of fencing material is used? Chainlink x x x x Wood Wire 17. What base path material is used? Sand, clay, soil

mix x x x x

Ground burnt brick

Other: 18. What is used to mark baseline? Non-caustic lime x x x x Spray paint x x x x Commerc'l

marking

19. What is the infield surface? Grass x x x x 20. Does field have conventional dirt pitching mound?

Yes x x x x

21. Does field have a temporary pitching mound? Yes 22. Are there foul poles? Yes x x 23. Backstop behind home plate? Yes x x x x PERFORMANCE AND PLAYER SAFETY

24. Is there an outfield warning track? Yes 24.a. If yes, what width is warning track? Please specify:

(Width in feet)

25. Batter's eye (screen/covering) at center field? Yes x 26. Pitcher's eye (screen/covering) behind home plate?

Yes x x

27. Are there protective fences in front of the dugouts?

Yes x x x x

28. Is there a protected, on-deck batter's area? Yes (On-deck areas have been eliminated for ages 12 and below)

No x x x x

29. Do you have fenced, limited access bull pens? Yes x x x x 30. Is a first aid kit provided per field? Yes x x x x 31. Do bleachers have spectator foul ball protection?

Overhead screens

Fencing behind 32. What type of bases are used? Break-away x x x x 33. Is the field lighted? Yes x x 34. Are light levels at/above Little League standards?

Yes x x

(50 footcandles infield/30 footcandles outfield)

Don't know

35. What type of poles are used? Wood* (Wood poles have not been allowed by LLB Steel x x for new construction of lighting since 1994) Concrete 36. Is electrical wiring to each pole underground? Yes x x 37. Ground wires connected to ground rods on each pole?

Yes x x

38. Which fields tested/inspected in last two years? Electrical System

Please indicate month/year testing was done (ex. 3/01).

Light Levels


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39. Fields tested/inspected by qualified technician? Electrical System

Light Levels Field # 1 2 3 4 FACILITY MANAGEMENT 40. Which fields have the following limitations: a. Amount of time for practice? Yes x x x x b. Number of teams or games? Yes x x x x c. Scheduling and/or timing? Yes x x x x 41. Who owns the field? Municipal School x x x x League 42. Who is responsible for operational energy costs?

Municipal

School League x x x x 43. Who is responsible for operational maintenance?

Municipal

School x x x x League x x x x 44. Who is responsible for puchasing improvements

Municipal

for the field - ie bleachers, fences, lights? School League x x x x Other 45. What divisions of baseball play on each field?

T-Ball/Farm x x

Minor/Major x Jr., Sr. & Big x Challenger 46. What divisions of softball play on each field? T-Ball & Minor Major Jr., Sr. & Big Challenger 47. Do you plan to host tournaments on this field?

Yes x x

FIELD DIMENSION DATA Height Distance from home plate to: Foul territory distance from:

of Outfield fence Left field line to fence at: Right field line to fence at:

Field outfield Back Outfield Outfield

No. fence Left Center Right stop Home 3rd foul pole Home 1st foul

pole


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1 4' 300' 300' 300' 29' 28' 36' 35' 28' 34' 8" 34'

2 4' 200' 200' 200' 25' 24' 24'

3 12' 16' 14' 4 12' 12' 11'

Incident/Injury – Tracking Report


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General Liability Claim Form

Little League Baseball Accident Notification Form


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Little League Baseball Accident Notification Form


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