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MODULE-4 Athletic Injuries, First aid and Safety
Physical Education
and Sports Sciences
“It has become imperative that safety measures as prescribed by the National
Building Code of India, 2005, be implemented by all government and private
schools functioning in our country.” The other directions to all state
governments are:

All existing government and private schools shall install fire
extinguishing equipment within a period of six months
Note School buildings are to be kept free from inflammable and toxic material
or stored safely

Evaluation of structural aspect of the school building must be carried
out periodically

School staff must be well-trained to use the fire-extinguishing
equipment

source: http://indiankanoon.org/doc/232115

INTEXT QUESTIONS 17.4

1. Mark the following as True or False

a. Qualified and certified coaches are essential for safety of
players ( )

b. Equipments should be tested regularly ( )

c. Medical report of student before physical exercise or sports
participation is essential ( )

d. Over exertion of activity should be avoided during school sports
activity ( )
e. Abide by rules of sports is essential for injury prevention ( )

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT

Injury occurs when force exceeds the limit of tissue due to which there is
damage to cells and blood vessels.

Injury may occur due to any stretch or blow on the muscles leading to soft
tissue injuries like strain or sprain

The objective of first aid is to provide immediate care to the injured or ill
person to preserve life and protect casualty from further harm

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