Safety Act 1974

Employers and employees have direct responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974. The Act is divided into 4 parts that define the general duties of the HSC and HSE which takes care of the major incidents, and creates codes of practice, penalties and enforcement. It also includes guidelines about employment and the medical advisory service, which assigns duties to first aid employees and trainees and supplies information on health and safety issues (Bertolissio, 2016). Included in the Act are provisions regarding building regulations and fire exits. Under the Act, it is the responsibility of employers to conduct safety inspections at a facility and ensure fire extinguishers are in place, exits are clear, floors are dry, and

In comparison, coaches are recommended to be aware of the Fire Safety and Safety of Places of Sport Act which addresses the possible risks to spectators at sports facilities, but not with the risks to players which are covered by the guidelines of the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974.

Coaches have a mandatory responsibility to understand the Fire Safety and Safety of Places of Sport Act (FSSPSA) as it provides great benefit in efforts to help safeguard the safety of everyone around through their knowledge and abilities to perform first aid. The first aider will also need to be compliant with the Health and Safety at Work Act which permits first aiders to help prevent risk of injury. They help supervise sport activities and confirm everyone is playing with consideration to

They represent the initial point of contact for issues of child protection and sport. They alone are the link to statutory agencies, such as the police during official investigations (Bertolissio, 2016). They maintain and update policies, keep current on information and knowledge pertaining to child protection guidelines and they’re always in attendance for training while ensuring relevant information is communicated to the Core Team (Limited, 2012). The Child Protection in Sport Unit and NGB’s work together to provide support through training for Child Protection Officers in Sports Clubs.

First Aid personnel have the responsibility to stay well-informed of current laws and regulations. They must facilitate appropriate medical care for injured participants. They are to administer treatment without violating the Health and Safety rights of the player. Legal actions could be taken against the first aider, with the possibility of a liable lawsuit if they fail to adhere to such legislative