B3. Safety
Specific Expectations
Safety
B3.1
demonstrate behaviours and apply procedures that maximize safety and lessen the risk of injury, including the risk of concussion, for themselves and others during physical activity (e.g., following appropriate procedures and guidelines; demonstrating social responsibility; encouraging others to act safely; wearing sunscreen, long sleeves, sunglasses, and a hat to limit UV exposure) in a variety of physical activity settings (e.g., school, community recreational facilities, outdoor recreational venues) [A1.2 Coping, 1.5 Self, 1.6 Thinking]
- Teacher prompt: “Other than school facilities, what are some local indoor and outdoor recreational venues in our community that we can use for physical activities? What safety considerations do you need to think about, whether you are participating in physical activity at school or in the community?”
- Student: “We have several parks, including a skateboard park, as well as fields, hiking and snow trails, bike paths, a rink, and a lake that is close by. Wherever we participate in physical activities, we need to be aware of ourselves and others in our surroundings. Different activities have specific safety considerations and rules that we need to think about and follow. We also need to use and wear the proper safety equipment for these activities. Using good judgement, thinking for yourself, following posted rules and signs, and thinking before you act are good general guidelines.”
B3.2
demonstrate a basic understanding of how to deal with emergency situations that may occur while participating in physical activity, including situations involving suspected concussions (e.g., remain calm; know when more help is needed or when to call 9-1-1; know where to get more help; follow the school board’s concussion protocol if a concussion is suspected; know how to recognize symptoms of asthma or anaphylaxis; move objects that may be a safety hazard away from the injured person; know what an automated external defibrillator [AED] is and be aware of where they are located in community facilities) [A1.1 Emotions, 1.2 Coping, 1.6 Thinking]
