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Coaches 10 Step Check List
I know all medical information about my athletes.
I have emergency contact information for each athlete for practice and games.
I have a first aid kit available.
I know where the AED’s are located.
I know where the phone and emergency numbers are located.
I understand the chain of command for emergencies and weather issues.
I know where to take my athletes in the event of severe weather.
I understand that the athletes
health is my number one priority.
I will communicate any concerns with parents
I have read and understand the
emergency action plan.

Impeding Lighting Protocol
The sport safety technician,athletic director, and head coach will be aware of the weather forecast.
Should conditions exist for a possible thunderstorm, the following “chain of command” will monitor the weather conditions during the event
1. Sports Safety Tech/AD
2. School Administrator
3. Head Coach
3. The designated monitor (s) will discuss with the game
officials (prior ro the start of the game) the impending
lightning plan.
4. All play will be stopped , fields and stands immediately evacuated if:
1. Thunderstorm warnings for the area has been announced by radio or TV
2. Conditions are right for the development of a thunderstorm.
3.Lightning is within 6 miles of the playing field ( see flash-bang method)
5. An announcement will be made that all spectators are
to immediatly evacuate the area and go to the gymna-
sium.
6.Play will not resume for a minimum of 30 minutes. This may need to be longer depending on the weather conditions.
7. Following the initial 30 minutes, reassessments will be made at 15 minute intervals to determine if conditions are appropriate for resumption of play.
Practice Protocol
Coaches are expected to follow the above protocol for practices. Refer to steps # 4, 6, and 7.
“Flash Bang” Method
Count the seconds between the lightning flash and the clap of thunder. Divide by 5 to determine how far away the lightning is occurring in miles. A count of 30 seconds will tell you that lightning is occurring about 6 miles away.
Based upon recommendations of the Sports Medicine Committee of the North Carolina Medical Society.

Emergency Action Plan
Wakefield Middle School
2011-2012

WMS Protocol
General Protocol
Chain of Command
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Activating EMS
Calling Parents
AED Protocol
Coaches Check List
Impending Lightning Protocol
Practice Protocol
“Flash Bang” Method

WMs
Protocol

The Following is a protocol to be used for emergency situations that may occur during an athletic practice or event at Wakefield Middle School. Review the protocol for your particular sport. It is your responsibility as a coach to know the proper procedure to follow in order to ensure proper care for your athletes in the event of an emergency.
General Protocol
The protocol will vary according to who is in attendance at the game/practice. In most instances, the sport safety technician and/or athletic director is on site. During practice, this is not always the case. It is the coach’s responsibility to activate the Emergency Action Plan in the absence of these individuals. If you are in doubt about call EMS.. MAKE THE CALL...A sport safety technician should cover all home athletic events
Chain of Command
WMS Administrator
School Resource Officer
AD/Safety Technician
Coach
Assistant Coach
Supervising Teachers

The person on site that is highest in the chain of command should always stay with the injured athlete.
If a cellular phone is not available , send the next person on the list to make the necessary phone calls.
If EMS has been called, designate someone to go to the entrance of the school and direct the emergency vehicle to proper location.
Call the parent/ Guardian after EMS has arrived and the situation has been properly assessed and accurate information can be given.
Emergency Telephone numbers
EMS…………………………....911
Wake Forest Fire Dept………...556-1966
Falls Volunteer Fire Dept……...847-3684
Wake County Sheriff…………..795-6910
Highway Patrol………………...733-3861
Wake Medical Center………….250-8000
Rex Hospital…………………...783-3100
James Sposato…………………729-7043
James Sarver…………………..426-3178
562-3521
Shayne Parrish………………...880-4323
Main Office…………………...562-3500

WMS telephone locations: WMS Main Office, Male or Female Coaches Offices..Must dial 9 then number.

Activating EMS
The following information should be given when calling 911:
Description of the problem
Report what emergency care has been given
Your Name
Athlete’s Name
Exact Location ( may include specific directions)
The phone number from which you are calling
Do Not Hang up until the dispatcher instructs you to do so.
AED
Locations:
Main Office Behind secretary's desk
2. PE hallway near boys locker room
Certified Staff to use AED
James Sarver
James Sposato
Annette Stagner
Leigh Dixon
Shayne Parrish`
EMS must be call Immediately any time the AED is necessary.