Safety at the Shed
The sport of rowing is a very safe activity in itself, however, the environment in which it occurs does contain some hazards. History and experience surrounding health and safety on the river suggests that prevention is better than cure. The following are a few ideas that will ensure that you stay healthy and stay rowing.
Always wear some kind of footwear in and around the sheds.
Keep your eyes on the staging for needles, glass, sharp objects etc.
Consider Hepatitis B vaccination, not just for rowing.
Consider a tetanus booster.
Drink plenty of fluids during the hotter months and don’t share drink bottles.
Get plenty of sleep.
Remember your sunscreen and hats.
Well managed athletes are healthy and competitive athletes.
[Just a reminder that if you are absent from School and unable to attend rowing training, please leave a message on Craig Adrian's mobile: 0425 773 016.]
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Courtesy Code of Conduct for Carey Parents and Guardians
Rowing season is an intense and exciting time for students, parents and coaches. We hope that you get involved and support your sons and daughters, but we would also hope that you help us in establishing boundaries and maintaining a healthy balanced family life for all those involved. In the past, coaches have been put under unnecessary pressure, so this year we are asking parents and coaches to abide by the following:
Please do not ring coaches outside of School and rowing hours. They have families too! Please do not disturb them at home at non-rowing times and on non-rowing weekends and holidays. The best times to ring are during School hours (at rowing times they are invariably busy with rowing!). And please bear in mind that just because someone answers the phone, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best time to discuss your problems.
Please give all staff at least 24 hours to respond to your concerns (everyone is very busy during rowing season).
Please contact the appropriate coach (or failing this, the Director of Rowing) to advise of any student absence. In the event of an unreported absence, the Boatshed Manager will contact you to ascertain the student’s whereabouts (as is our legal responsibility).
For any concerns, please try and contact the appropriate person (either Crew Coach, Shed Manager, or Director of Rowing). Don’t forget to use other students and parents as sources of information too. Handouts and timetables are regularly provided so please read these before seeking the information found on them from overworked coaches.
ENJOY THE SEASON! And we will try to ensure that the students do too!!
Procedures for Reducing the Risk of Heat Stress
Beat The Heat
High intensity exercise in a hot environment, with the associated fluid loss and elevation of body temperature, can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Avoid heat stress by adequate fluid replacement
Racing in hot weather will result in extra fluid loss (dehydration). Even small degrees of dehydration will cause a decrease in performance and this can occur at any stage of a competition, particularly in hot conditions.
Dehydration contributes to fatigue and may make you more susceptible to cramps, heat stress and heat stroke.
Children are at a greater risk of heat stress than mature adults.
‘Beat the Heat' using the following measures
What to Wear
Wear a hat, cap or visor – a broad brimmed hat is preferred.
Wear a 30+ sunscreen to prevent skin damage and skin cancer.
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
Replace sweat-saturated garments with dry clothing.
Drink Plenty of Water
Do Not Wait To Feel Thirsty Before You Drink!
Sweat is mainly water and a very little salt.
Drink cool water as it is absorbed more rapidly than warm water.
If competing for more than one hour, use a sports drink - a carbohydrate drink of 5-10% concentration with a small amount of sodium chloride (salt tablets should be avoided because of their very high sodium chloride content, which can make dehydration worse).
Thirst is a poor indicator – it is a late signal of severe fluid loss.
Fluid Replacement Routine
Avoid starting exercise dehydrated (drink plenty of fluids for several hours prior to participating).
Drink at least 500 ml (2-3 glasses) ½ to 1 hr before a race.
Drink at least 500 ml to 1 litre (5-6 glasses) after a race and continue to drink until fluid losses are replaced.
Symptoms of Heat Injury Or Heat Stroke
Craig Adrians - 0425773016
Brad Kerr - 0425773017
Pam Westendorf - 0407430344