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Chapter 10-Recreational SafetyChapter 10-Recreational Safety
Making fun activities safer for everyone.
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Four Factors of SafetyFour Factors of Safety
Things to consider in attaining a safe level of performance:
1. Knowledge and Understanding of the risks involved
2. Skill Development
3. The State of the Performer
4. The Condition of the Environment
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Fitness: A Safe ApproachFitness: A Safe Approach
Dr. Kenneth Cooper popularized the term aerobics.
Aerobics means activities that stimulate the heart and lungs.
Fitness has become a very popular way of life for many, however, there are some risks.
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JoggingJogging
There are going to be injuries, use preventive techniques.
Always run against traffic. Run single file if in a group. Wear Reflective Clothing at night. Keep head set music low so you
can hear traffic. Use sidewalks whenever
possible.
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Summertime RunningSummertime Running
Heat Cramps– Are not a serious condition, but they are
preventable.– Occurs when there is a loss of water and
salt in the body.– Another factor could be lack of proper
conditioning.
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Summertime RunningSummertime Running
Heat Exhaustion– Also involves the loss of water and salt, but
it is much more serious.– Basically a mild form of shock.– Preventing heat exhaustion is much easier
then treating it.– Make sure to drink plenty of water when
doing strenuous activities outside.
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Summertime RunningSummertime Running
Heat Stroke– The body’s heat regulation shuts down and a
persons temperature rises above 105°.– Signs of Heat Stroke:
• Hair standing up on arms, chilling, headache, dizziness, and dry flushed skin
– Approximately 80% of heat stroke victims die.– Make sure to be drinking plenty of water while
outside-if you have warning signs, stop your activities immediately.
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RacquetballRacquetball
Many injuries occur from misjudging of walls. Some players overestimate the room that they have and suffer from contusions on their elbows, arms and legs.
Other injuries result from contact with the ball or racket.
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RacquetballRacquetball
Preventing Injuries:– Give your opponent plenty of room.– Call “hinder” if someone gets in your way.– Racquets should have thongs that wrap
around the players wrist.– Wear Open eye guards due to the soft
nature of the ball.
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Aerobic DanceAerobic Dance
A widely popular cardiovascular activity. People beginning aerobic training should be
aware that it puts stress on the heart-the training effect is equal to running.
Stretching is important before aerobics. Low-Impact Aerobics is a great alternative for
beginners.
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Weight-TrainingWeight-Training
Most weight-training injuries result form lack of knowledge about the equipment and how to use it.
The lower back and shoulders are susceptible to training injuries.
A Valsalva maneuver is blood pressure fluctuations that result form air-pressure changes in the chest and abdominal cavities of a weightlifter who hold his breath during the performance of a lift.
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BicyclingBicycling
Cycling provides a quiet nonpolluting form of transportation that is a good form of cardiovascular workout.
Bicycle safety is important for all ages.Selecting the right bike for your body is
the most important part.
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Selecting The Right Bike For YouSelecting The Right Bike For You
The top bar of the bike should have about a 1-inch clearance from your crotch.
The seat should be adjusted so that your heel fits in the pedal in its lowest position.
The handle bar should be level with the seat. Helmets are an important component of a
bike. Reflective clothing is a must have. Learn the rules of the road.
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BicyclingBicycling
Handlebar palsy-– Loss of sensation in
the hands and an inability to coordinate finger movements as a result of ulnar nerve irritation.
– Results from pressure placed on hands when riding.
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SwimmingSwimming
Drowning is the second leading cause of death for persons 5-44 years of age.
Three factors that repeatedly appear in drownings:– The victims were poor swimmers– The water temperature was below 70°– The victims had been drinking prior to entering the
water.
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What Every Swimmer Should KnowWhat Every Swimmer Should Know
Never swim alone. Follow the posted rules. Never dive into unfamiliar water. Avoid swimming where rip tides are strong. Use the same rules for drinking and
swimming as you would for drinking and driving.
Avoid low temperature water. Avoid swimming long distances.
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Signs of DistressSigns of Distress
Common signs that indicate a problem in the water:
1. Involuntary arm movements that result in rapid, above water breaststroke.
2. An open but no vocalizing mouth.
3. A rolling back of the head.
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DrownproffingDrownproffing
A technique that uses a person’s buoyancy to reduce the risk of drowning.
1. Vertical Rest-Sink Vertically and take deep Breath, Relax body and let chin drop to chest.
2. Ready Position, Cross arms in front of forehead with forearms together. Raise one knee to the chest and extend other leg.
3. Exhale, Gentle Raise head and breath out.
4. Inhale, Gently sweep arms out and down while pushing down with feet. Breath normally.
5. Return to Vertical Rest
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Personal Flotation Devices(PFD’s)Personal Flotation Devices(PFD’s)
Type I
– Designed to turn a person from face-down to a vertical position-more than 20 lbs of buoyancy.
Type II
– Similar to type I, slightly lower buoyancy rating of 15.5lbs.
Type III– Designed to provide
comfort and freedom of movement. 15.5 lbs of buoyancy.
Type IV– Not worn, designed to be
thrown into the water.
Type V– Special Use devices
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Swimming adviceSwimming advice
To reduce heat loss when unable to get back to shore or a boat, use the Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP). – Cross arms over the
chest, cross ankles and draw knees to chest and lean back.
Huddle Positions can be helpful for a number of people.– 3 or 4 people with
there arms around each other, chests touching, put children in the middle.
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Scuba DivingScuba Diving
Self –Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus(SCUBA)– A Portable device with compresses air
tanks that allows diver to stay underwater for long periods of time.
– There are many risk factors to SCUBA diving.
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Scuba DivingScuba Diving
The rapid expansion of gases during ascent can rupture lung tissue if the excess gas is not allowed to escape.
An even more dangerous situation is when air
bubbles are forced into ruptured blood vessels in the lungs.
Always receive training from a qualified instructor before scuba diving.
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BackpackingBackpacking
Two important considerations before backpacking:– Equipment and Planning
• Make sure you have the safety supplies you will need.
• Have a planned specific route.• Make a copy of your planned route and give it
to a friend or relative so you can be found quickly in case of emergency.
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Backpacking: A Big TreatBackpacking: A Big Treat
Hypothermia is the leading cause of wilderness deaths.
It occurs when there is a continued loss of heat from the body below 95°.
Low temperatures do not necessary induce hypothermia.
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HypothermiaHypothermia
Always keep your head covered.Change wet clothes immediately.Wear layers.Do not sit directly on the ground.Seek
shelter if it starts to rain.Make camp before you become too
tired.Eat high-energy foods.
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All-Terrain Vehicles(ATV’s)All-Terrain Vehicles(ATV’s)
Hitting terrain irregularities such as rocks or bumps causes many accidents.
Problems turning, riding up and down slopes or colliding with other objects account for the other accidents reported.
Not wearing a helmet is the greatest risk an ATV operator can take.
Speeding is another risk that causes many accidents.
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Hot-TubsHot-Tubs
Hot tubs should be set at a temperature of 100°F and no higher than 104°F.
High Temperatures can lead to excessive blood vessel dilation which reduces blood pressure.
Consuming alcohol also has a similar effect on the body, so consuming a large amount of alcohol and using a hot tub is not a good idea.
It can lead to drowning.
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Tanning SalonsTanning Salons
Biggest risk of salon tanning is Skin cancer. Other risks include eye cataracts and early aging.
Do not use artificial Tanning if you burn easily in normal sunlight.
Do not over due exposure time. Always wear protective eye goggles. Do not go for the purpose of long-term
tanning.
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SummarySummary
Recreation is an important part of everyone’s life. Health is a growing concern for American’s. Using safe
methods of exercise is ideal. Drowning is a great concern that requires education and
attention. Scuba diving has many possible life-threatening injuries. ATV riders need to be well trained. Hot tubs are not safe to use while consuming a large
amount of alcohol. Salon tanning is dangerous to your health.