The safety and well-being of your child when playing sport is important for their enjoyment and your greater peace of mind.
This section covers how to check the safety of the sporting environment; how to deal with accidents and abuse; the effects of burnout and growth spurts; and questions for the club and coach.
If I went to a new club I would want to make sure that safety, child protection, qualified coaches, insurance, first aid etc were sufficiently covered. - Kimberley Dight Smith, hockey coach
Your child's environments
Health and safety is the most important factor when your child is playing sport. We give you a few pointers on what to keep your eye on.
If I went to a new club I would want to make sure that safety, child protection, qualified coaches, insurance, first aid etc were sufficiently covered.
