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Providing First Aid Important Do's and Don'ts

Do...

  • Reassure and aid children who are injured, frightened or lost
  • Provide, or assist in obtaining medical attention for those who require it
  • Know your limitations
  • Carry your first aid kit to all games and practices
  • Look for signs of injury (blood, bruises, deformity of limbs, etc.)
  • Listen to the injured person describe what happened and what hurts
  • Gently and carefully feel the injured area for signs of swelling or grating of broken bones
  • Carry your players' Medical Release Forms "Green Sheets", with you at all games, practices and any other team functions
  • Arrange to have a cellular phone available during all games and practices 

Don't...

  • Hesitate in administering aid when needed
  • Be afraid to ask for help if you are not sure of the proper procedures (such as CPR)
  • Transport or move injured individuals except in extreme emergencies
  • EVER leave an unattended child at practice or game
  • Administer any medications
  • Provide any food or beverage, including water, to a victim you believe may be in shock
  • Hesitate to report any suspected safety hazard to the Safety Officer immediately
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