cheerleading safety michelle kelly, arm, cpsi sr. consultant, risk services poms & associates
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CHEERLEADING SAFETYMichelle Kelly, ARM, CPSI
Sr. Consultant, Risk Services
Poms & Associates
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Changing Face of Cheerleading Increased
Athleticism Acceptance of the
female athlete Increased television
exposure Addition of
Gymnastics Involvement of
males in the activity
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Three Levels of Cheer
Spirit Leaders Entertainment Competition
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Developing the Safety program
Recognition Assessment Implementation Critical Observations
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Developing the Safety ProgramASSESSMENT
What is the role of cheerleaders?
In what events will the squad participate?
What internal restrictions will effect the activities of the team?
Is the institution adequately prepared: Facilities Finances Staff
Assessment of students
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Developing the Safety ProgramImplementation Safety information must be translated into
consistent practice. Safety must eventually move from a
conscious effort and reminder to unconscious behavior.
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Developing the Safety Program
Critical Observations
Does the cheerleader have the physical talent to do the proposed activity safely?
Is the cheerleader sufficiently healthy and rested to do the proposed activity safely?
Is the cheerleader mentally focused on the activity to perform it safely?
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Liability some considerations
Defense Duty, Duty of others Verification of Duty Informed consent Coach’s Journal
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Liability some considerationsDefense Contributory, Comparative Negligence Sovereign Immunity Statute of Limitations
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Liability some considerationsDuty, Duty of Others, Verification Contract Written Understanding Set Expectations for others
Assistants Spotters Volunteers
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Liability some considerationsInformed consent Clear and Unambiguous Form accurately describes the activity and the
risk Chances and types of injury Parents/guardians must have same information
Pre-meeting is invaluable Release from Liability Signatures required before participation
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Liability some considerationsCoach’s Journal Starts at the audition Valuable tool Can be used as evidence
Evidence for or against you Careful consideration should be taken
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Medical Responsibilities
Prevention Physical readiness environment
Preparation Emergency Plan
Identification Familiarity with common injuries
Treatment and Rehab Accessing appropriate medical personnel
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Medical Provisions
Pre-Participation evaluation
Personal Information (HIPPA)
Conditioning Wound Precautions
(BBP) Injury evaluations Post participation
evaluations
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Catastrophic Injuries
Injures of a catastrophic nature can and may happen.
The response can make the difference in the outcome of an injury.
Staff members must be trained in Basic First Aid including CPR.
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Safety Initiatives
Use of appropriate equipment and facilities
Physical Readiness Psychological Readiness Sequential educational process;
progressive skill development Incorporation of a feedback and concern
mechanism
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Equipment
Clothing Accessories Shoes Spotting Belts Mats
Basic Landing Skill Cushions
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Environmental Safety Factors
Facilities Size Walls Ceilings Floors and
surfaces General
Game Operations
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Environmental Safety Factors Continued
Supervision The coach must be involved in the teams
activities The head coach is responsible for their
subordinates Evaluating practice and performance areas
for suitability of intended activities
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Physical Readiness
Specificity Training Cardio-respiratory Strength Overtraining
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Psychological Readiness
A good program helps participants Control anxiety Manage stress Improve relaxation
and concentration Psychological
readiness is two faceted Execution Performance
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Nutritional Safety
Basic Nutritional Concepts
Weight Management
Eating Disorders Coaching
recommendations
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Skill Progressions
Landings Tumbling Partner Stunts Extended Stunts Pyramids Elite Pyramids
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Spotting
Tumbling Basic skills – forward
and backward rolls Intermediate –
Cartwheel, front handspring
Advanced – Back handsprings, series work
Partner stunts and pyramids Spotting Drills Catching
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Feed Back and Concern
Participants must evaluate their own abilities
Fear can play a large role in injury Feedback from all participants in a stunt
is imperative
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Conclusion
Cheerleading involves risk as do all sports. Controlling the risk through readiness supervision and strict regulations allows participants to develop their skills in a safer atmosphere.
Controlling the liability allows schools to offer the program without undo fear of litigation.