Student Recreation and Fitness Center

Risk Management

CPR/AED

It is required that at least one club member (Risk Management Officer) be CPR and AED certified. It is further recommended that at least one other member also be certified. Certification opportunities will be available to club members for FREE. However, if the risk management officer is unable to attend the scheduled certification, they will be required to obtain the certification at their own cost and turn copies of their cards into the Recreation Office prior to being able to hold any club functions. It is the duty of the Club President to assure that at least one individual that is CPR/AED certified is present at any sanctioned club activity.

First Aid Kits

First aid kits will be made available on a check out basis for club functions. These kits will generally be stocked with ice packs, band-aids, gauze, alcohol swipes, gloves, CPR mask, trash bag, biohazard bag, first aid tape, antibiotic ointment, scissors, and an accident report form.

Injuries/Incidents

1. inimize the occurrence of accidents and injuries through sound risk management practices.
2. Follow appropriate documentation procedures should an injury occur.
3. If on campus, contact a building manager or sport supervisor assist with the injury and fill out the accident report.
4. If off campus, the risk management officer should fill out an accident report form and submit to the Recreation Office within 48 hours. If it is an emergency, contact the office as soon as possible

**Each participant must have a liability/waiver filled out and proof of insurance on file in the Director’s Office prior to participating in any club activity.

Lightning

In the event lightning is spotted:

1. Seek shelter immediately in buildings or cars/trucks. All outdoor activity should be postponed.
2. Avoid open areas, elevated ground, water, flagpoles, tall trees, metal fences, golf carts or mowers, cellular phones, and radios.
3. Wait at least thirty minutes after the lightning has ended before resuming activities.

Emergency Procedures

For minor injuries:

• A qualified individual may render first aid as required on the spot
• Complete an accident report form and submit it to the Recreation Office within 48 hours

For injuries requiring medical attention:

• Do not allow the injured party to go to a medical facility unescorted.
• Complete an Injury Report form and submit it to the Recreation Office within 48 hours.

For emergencies:

• Call Campus Security at 5222 or 815-836-5222 and request EMS
• Explain the nature of the emergency and inform them that an EMT is not on the scene
• Give them clear and specific directions to the site.
• Provide the name and exact location of the victim a brief description of the injury, identification of the caller, and phone number.
• Provide any necessary CPR.
• Contact the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (815-836-5051) and notify them of the emergency.
• Campus Security will meet personnel at the entrance to the building or scene of the accident and guide them to the injured party.
• Emergency personnel will be responsible for determining if and how the injured party shall be transported.
• Contact the Director of Student Recreation, Fitness and Wellness immediately after taking necessary steps for emergency care.

Call 815-836-5277 (office) or 815-483-3931 (cell).

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