AAU Safety and Risk Management Compliance

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for an athletic venue?

Accepted Answer

To define who does what, whom to call, and how to reach the injured person quickly in an emergency

Answer

An EAP assigns roles, communication steps, and access routes so emergency response is fast and organized.

Question 2

Before a youth event begins, which of the following should a coach confirm about the venue's emergency readiness?

Accepted Answer

The location of the nearest working phone and AED

Answer

Knowing where a phone and AED are located saves critical minutes during cardiac or other emergencies.

Question 3

When an athlete is suspected of having a concussion, what is the correct immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Remove the athlete from play and do not allow return that day

Answer

The standard rule is 'when in doubt, sit them out,' with no same-day return to play.

Question 4

Return to play after a diagnosed concussion generally requires which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Clearance from an appropriate licensed health care professional and a gradual step-by-step progression

Answer

Athletes must be cleared by a qualified health professional and progress gradually through return-to-play stages.

Question 5

Which of the following is a recognized sign of heat exhaustion that coaches should act on promptly?

Accepted Answer

Heavy sweating, dizziness, headache, and nausea

Answer

Heavy sweating, dizziness, headache, and nausea indicate heat exhaustion and require rest, cooling, and fluids.

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