1. Emergency Preparedness: Injury Game Plan
Chapter 5:
Emergency Preparedness: Injury Game Plan

2. Emergency Preparedness
Being properly equipped and trained for any medical crisis or disaster
Developing and implementing an Emergency Action Plan will ensure best care is given
SB 82 – Safety Bill
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SB 82
All coaches, sponsors, and marching band directors must complete the UIL on-line safety course and submit the printed certificate to their athletic director.
Completion of a yearly safety drill that incorporates the training received in the UIL safety training program will be documented.
Students, participating in extracurricular activities, shall be presented the Student Safety Course, which is available as a power point presentation on the UIL Website. There must be verification of attendance.
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Emergency Action Plan
The emergency action plan (EAP) should be customized to fit the needs of the organization.
An EAP outlines a systematic approach to be followed in an emergency; this aids in avoiding mistakes and inadequate treatment.
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Emergency Action Plan
The athletic training staff should have clearly defined roles for an emergency
Immediate care of the athlete
Retrieval of the emergency equipment
Activation of the EMS system
Have available the name, address, and phone number of the caller, the number of athletes injured, their condition, and treatment currently being provided at the scene.
Direction of the EMS system to the scene
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Emergency Action Plan
Should have at least 2 people for each task.
Sports that have one or two coaches will have to train athletes on the EAP.
Student Athletic Trainers involved with the team can also have a role.
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Emergency Personnel
Clearly defined roles – should be a member of athletic training staff.
Trained in CPR and First Aid
Providing care should be done by the most qualified person.
Some one must met EMS to direct them to the scene.
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8. Emergency Communication
Good working relationships between AT’s and EMS will help develop a rapport and trust
AT/Coach must have access to working telephone
911 Contact Form can be helpful for the individual who is going to call for help
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Emergency Equipment
All equipment must be in good, working condition
Checked before each event
Whoever is providing care must know how to use each piece of equipment.
AED, Medical Bag, Splints, Crutches are all examples
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Transportation
High Risk Sports might have EMS on site
-lessen the time for EMS to respond
Person in charge of directing EMS should know beforehand where to be (street corner, gate, etc)
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11. Identifying a Medical Emergency
Defined medical emergencies
Cessation of breathing
Severe bleeding
No pulse
Concussion with loss of consciousness
Neck or spinal injury
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12. Identifying a Medical Emergency (cont.)
Defined medical emergencies
Fractures and dislocations
Eye injuries
Severe asthma attack
Heat-related illness
Shock
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13. Identifying a Medical Emergency (cont.)
Nonemergencies
Abrasions
Minor cuts
Strains
Sprains
Minor concussions without loss of consciousness
Contusions
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14. Emergency Medical Cards
A profile that provides important medical information about the athlete
Contact Information
Parental permission to treat and transport
Insurance Information
Other information as needed
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ER CARD
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Ellison High School
2 AED’s in Building
2 Portable AED’s in Field House
Medical Supplies in AT room and Nurses Office
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Phone Numbers
Front Office #
Nurse’s Office #
Athletic Training Room #
Gym # /0637
Field House #
AP’s Office #
Tennis Hut #
Coach Gonzalez (AT)
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Emergency Action Plan
Internet resources:
(on this page, click on “health-safety”)
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