Review Questions and Class Activities

What are the legal responsibilities of the equipment manager and coach in terms of protective equipment?
Invite an attorney to class to discuss product liability and its impact on the coach and equipment manager.
What are the various sports with high-risk factors that require protective equipment?
How can the coach select and use safety equipment to decrease the possibility of sports injuries and litigation?
Why is continual inspection and/or replacement of used equipment important?
What are the standards for fitting football helmets? Are there standards for any other helmets?
Invite your school equipment manager to class to demonstrate all the protective equipment and how to fit it to the athlete.
Why are mouth guards important, and what are the advantages of custom-made mouth guards over the stock type?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of glasses and contact lenses in athletic competition?
How do you fit shoulder pads for different-sized players and their positions?
Why is breast protection necessary? Which types of sport bras are available and what should the athlete look for when purchasing one?
How do you properly fit shoes? What type of shoes should you use for various sports and different floor and field surfaces?
What types of knee braces are on the market today? Do they provide adequate support and protection from injury?

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