Risk Assessment & Management Flashcards
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A strength coach is working with athletes outdoors when lightning is spotted 5 miles away. What is the appropriate action based on the 30-30 rule?
Answer: Suspend training immediately and move athletes indoors
The 30-30 rule requires suspending outdoor activity when lightning is seen and thunder follows within 30 seconds, meaning the storm is within 6 miles.
Which condition is considered an absolute contraindication to exercise that a pre-participation screening should identify?
Answer: Unstable angina
Unstable angina is an absolute contraindication to exercise because of the immediate risk of cardiac event.
Which legal concept holds a strength and conditioning coach responsible for knowing what a similarly trained professional would know in the same situation?
Answer: Standard of care
Standard of care is the legal benchmark comparing a professional's conduct to what a similarly trained peer would do.
During a plyometric session, an athlete lands awkwardly and reports sharp knee pain. What should the strength coach do FIRST?
Answer: Stop the session, assess the athlete, and activate EAP if needed
The immediate priority is stopping activity, assessing the injured athlete, and activating the EAP if the injury warrants it.
What is the recommended maximum temperature range for a strength and conditioning facility to maintain athlete safety and performance?
Answer: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
NSCA guidelines recommend facility temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) to optimize safety and performance.
Which practice BEST reduces the risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission in a strength and conditioning facility?
Answer: Using universal precautions when handling all blood and bodily fluids
Universal precautions treat all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious, providing consistent protection against pathogen transmission.
When should a strength and conditioning professional conduct formal equipment safety inspections?
Answer: Daily before training sessions
Daily pre-session equipment inspections are recommended to identify hazards before athletes are exposed to them.