Safety Plan 2004...Reynolds Little League Safety Plan 2018 2 Board Members President: Jason Tanner 503-421-7284 Vice President: Melissa Williams 503-914-9520 Secretary: Vanessa Hayden

Reynolds Little League Safety Plan 2018

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2018 Safety Plan

Reynolds Little League: 437-02-17

Safety Director: Nikki Cox

Cell: 503-888-4551

[email protected]


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Board Members

President: Jason Tanner 503-421-7284

Vice President: Melissa Williams 503-914-9520

Secretary: Vanessa Hayden 971-344-1277

Treasurer: Nick Graham 503-407-7998

Umpire in Chief: Vacant

Player Agent: Shelly Redford 503-750-4575

Fields Director: Brandon Burleigh 503-730-9186

Concessions Director: Melissa Williams 503-914-9520

Safety Director: Nikki Cox 503-888-4551

Sponsorship Director: Melissa Tanner 971-302-8741

Fundraising Director: Matty Peppard 503-853-1882

Uniforms Director: Ashley Funk 503-431-0445

Equipment Director: Bryan Marshall 503-381-0886

Information Director: George Dreger 503-784-9150

Head Team Parent: Ashley Funk 503-431-0445

Baseball: Vern Loftis 503-260-3261

Softball: Kelly Dreger 503-753-7566

Challengers: Greg Hayden 503-860-3153

Tournament Director: Brandon Springer 971-645-2015

Recruiting Director: Krystal Breece 971-276-5536

Operations Director: Shawn Redford 503-750-4577

Volunteer Coordinator: Matty Peppard 503-853-1882

Special Project/Events Coordinator: Vacant


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Table of Contents

Table of Contents Board Members ............................................................................................................................... 2 Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................ 2

Safety Statement ............................................................................................................................. 5 Parents Role in Safety ..................................................................................................................... 5

Background Checks. ............................................................................................................ 5

No one hold a bat! ................................................................................................................ 5

No player alone at the field .................................................................................................. 5

No alcohol or tobacco .......................................................................................................... 5

Umpires ........................................................................................................................................... 6 Safety Policy 2018 .......................................................................................................................... 6 Reynolds Little League – First Aid Policy ..................................................................................... 7

Emergency Phone Access ............................................................................................................... 8 Managers and Coaches ................................................................................................................... 9

Strictly Enforced Rules ............................................................................................................. 10

Injury Prevention ...................................................................................................................... 10 Injury Procedures ...................................................................................................................... 11

Coaches ......................................................................................................................................... 11 Managers and Coaches Training ................................................................................................... 12

First Aid Training ..................................................................................................................... 12

Fundamental Training ............................................................................................................... 12

Equipment ..................................................................................................................................... 13

Concessions................................................................................................................................... 13 Concession Safety Policy .......................................................................................................... 13

EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE FACILTIES .................................................................. 14 ADVENTIST MEDICAL CENTER .................................................................................... 14 KAISER SUNNYSIDE ........................................................................................................ 14

LEGACY EMANUEL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ............................................................. 14 LEGACY MOUNT HOOD MEDICAL CENTER .............................................................. 14 PROVIDENCE PORTLAND MEDICAL CENTER ........................................................... 14

EAST COUNTY URGENT CARE ...................................................................................... 14 ACCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES ................................................................................ 15

What to report ........................................................................................................................... 15 When to report .......................................................................................................................... 15

How to make the report............................................................................................................. 15 Safety Officer’s Responsibilities .............................................................................................. 15

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 16

Registration Form ......................................................................................................................... 16 Roster Data.................................................................................................................................... 16 Safety Plan .................................................................................................................................... 16 Safety Officer Budget ................................................................................................................... 16

IF THE CHILD HAS A SUSPECTED CASE OF HEAD LICE: ............................................ 17


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PREVENTION: ........................................................................................................................ 17

Lightning Facts and Safety Procedures......................................................................................... 18

WHEN YOU HEAR IT – CLEAR IT ...................................................................................... 18 WHEN YOU SEE IT – FLEE IT .............................................................................................. 18 Consider the following facts: .................................................................................................... 18

Flash-Bang Method ............................................................................................................... 18 Rule of Thumb ...................................................................................................................... 18

Where to Go?? .......................................................................................................................... 18 First Aid to a Lightning Victim ................................................................................................ 18

Earthquake .................................................................................................................................... 19 DROP, COVER & HOLD ON TIPS ........................................................................................ 19

Falling objects cause most earthquake-related injuries! ....................................................... 19

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE..................................................................................................... 20 INJURY TREATMENT: .......................................................................................................... 20

FIRST AID FOR BURNS ........................................................................................................ 21

Treatment: ............................................................................................................................. 21

NEVER!!................................................................................................................................... 21 ATHLETIC EMERGENCY TREATMENT OF DENTAL INJURIES .................................. 21

AVULSION .......................................................................................................................... 21

TRANSPORT IMMEDIATELY TO DENTIST. ..................................................................... 21 LUXATION .......................................................................................................................... 21

THREE POSITIONS ............................................................................................................ 22 EXTRUDED TOOTH – Upper tooth hangs down and/or lower tooth raised up. ................ 22 LATERAL DISPLACEMENT ............................................................................................. 22

INTRUDED TOOTH............................................................................................................ 22 FRACTURE .......................................................................................................................... 22

ABC’s: AIRWAY, BREATHING, CIRCULATION ............................................................... 22 (B) BREATHING ................................................................................................................. 23

(C) CIRCULATION ............................................................................................................. 23 ALLERGIC REACTIONS ....................................................................................................... 23

Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 23 BLEEDING............................................................................................................................... 23

Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 23

BRUISES .................................................................................................................................. 23 Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 23

CUTS AND ABRASIONS ....................................................................................................... 24

Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 24 FRACTURES ........................................................................................................................... 24

Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 24

HEAD INJURY ........................................................................................................................ 24 Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 25

SEIZURES ................................................................................................................................ 25 Treatment .............................................................................................................................. 25

SPRAINS AND STRAINS ....................................................................................................... 25 The RICE Routine................................................................................................................. 25


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Reynolds Little League

Safety Statement

Reynolds Little League seeks to provide the safest environment possible for the

players, spectators, and volunteers. The board members, dedicated to the safe

operation of this league, have developed this safety program outlining the

procedures we will follow to accomplish this goal. The plan is designed to prevent

injuries and accidents through education and training of volunteers and players,

inspecting equipment and facilities on a regular basis, and providing procedures for

reporting and tracking accidents and injuries.

Parents Role in Safety

Most little league rules are based on safety. You can help by setting a good example for the players.

The importance of following rules is for the safety of everyone involved. The coaches are trained in first

aid, fundamentals and common-sense safety. Please take time to listen to the coach, learn the rules and

make them common practice any time you practice baseball with your child/children. Here are a few

examples of our league rules:

Background Checks. Anyone, including practice parents, working with the players will be

required to consent to a background check. These background checks are required by the Little

League and will be done by everyone who volunteer’s for “Reynolds Little League”. Our background

checks are run through First Advantage. There will be random checks at practices and games for

compliance. You will be asked to leave if your Reynolds Little League ID badge is not visible.

No one hold a bat! Many players bring their own bats to practice and games. They should

remain in their bags, in the dugout, or on the ground in front of them until they are up to bat. Most

serious injuries involve a bat in one way or another. No one holds a bat except when going to the

plate.

No player alone at the field. The manager or coach will leave no player alone at the field. All

parents should remain at the field.

No alcohol or tobacco on the field. If the field is on school grounds it is illegal to smoke, chew,

vape or have an open container of alcohol. If you smoke, vape or chew, please move away from the

field and children. City of Troutdale posted ordinance – Police will be called if found smoking on

city park property and offenders will be cited.

No animals (except valid service animals) are permitted. Police will be called if on city park

property and offender will be cited.

Please be extra cautious when entering or leaving the parking lots, because children do not always

look for cars.


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Umpires

In our league the umpires are furnished from a pool of managers, coaches, or parent volunteers. Umpires

play an important role on safety and are in complete control of what happens on the field. Umpire training

is essential to the safety of the players, coaches, spectators, and umpires. An umpire’s clinic will be held

on Thursday March 15th 5:30pm at Multnomah County Sherriff’s Office to teach the proper skills to

anyone who is interested in umpiring. The following is a list of topics the clinic will cover;

Umpires must be fair, impartial, consistent, and have a good understanding of the rules.

Proper positioning in the field to avoid obstructing play or getting injured.

Basic rules of baseball, softball and interpretation of commonly misunderstood rules.

Safety Violations.

Pre-game procedures.

*Walk the field for foreign objects, holes and any hazards that might cause injury.

*Inspect equipment for any safety violations.

*It is recommended that the umpire call both managers to the plate, and ask them individually if

the teams equipment is Little League approved, and is it in safe working condition? And is the

catcher is fully equipped including a cup? By answering yes, he places himself responsible for any

injury or liability. If they answer no, have them show you the equipment, and have them remove

it from the dugout and prohibit its use in the game.

Safety Policy 2018

The Reynolds Little League Board wants every young person to have a valuable and rewarding

experience while playing baseball. We also want each practice and game experience to be as safe as

possible. The managers, coaches and board directors will make every attempt to prevent as many unsafe

acts as possible.

In light of this the following policies are to be followed:

1. The first aid, mandatory reporting and fundamental training held at the Coaches meeting for

Softball, Challengers, Rookies, Farm, Minors, Majors, 50/70, and above will be held on Saturday

March 10th 9am to 5pm at Reynolds High School MPR. Attendance is required for a coach or

manager from each team and roll will be taken at this time. Per Little League International every

member of the coaching staff must attend the Coaches meeting at least once every three years.

Rookie, Farm and Challengers in the morning and Minor, Majors and Intermediate in the afternoon.

First Aid and Mandatory Reporting is required for ALL coaching staff.

2. Each Manager and Coach will pass a background check and be issued a photo id badge from

Reynolds Little League that shall be worn at ALL practices, games and RLL events.

3. Each manager will be required to carry, at all times, the players medical release signed by the

players parent/guardian and first aid kit (provided by Reynolds Little League).

4. Each board member, manager, coach, volunteer, players 12 years old, and older shall complete a

Heads Up concussion training course www.cdc.gov/Concussion. Certificate of completion will be

kept by Safety Director. Players 11 years old, and younger; parent/guardian must sign a

Parent/Athlete Concussion Information Sheet. Managers are to carry this copy at all times.

5. Each manager or coach is required to make sure there is a cell phone available at practices in case

of an emergency.

6. All Managers and Board Members must present a current hands-on CPR/First Aid Card.

7. Each Manager will also be required to carry a league provided first aid kit with the following

included in each kit:


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Each first aid kit will contain:

4x4 or 5x9 dressing Dressing for a small/medium size wounds or to control small areas of bleeding

2" roll of gauze Used for securing dressing and splint material in place

1" Cloth To secure dressing and splint in place

Latex Gloves To provide a bio-protective barrier preformed

Chemical Ice Pack To provide immediate pain relief from an injury

Band-Aids To be used on cuts or scrapes to stop bleeding

Antibiotic Ointment Help provent infection and aid healing of minor cuts and abraisions

Antiseptic Toweletts Cleanse hands and surfaces before & after providing first aid

To prevent exposure and spread bloodborne pathagens

Not to be used on open wounds or skin abraisions

Accident/Injury Report Please fill out as much as possible before contacting the Safety Officer

Alcohol Wipes

Reynolds Little League – First Aid Policy

The purpose of the league’s first aid policy is to outline the expectations and responsibilities of the

league, and its members in relation to the injuries.

The league is taking the position that in providing the first aid equipment that anyone utilizing it will

do so with common sense and skill to the level they have knowledge and/or training. The contents of the

first aid kits are such that basic supplies are provided to assist in minor injuries, or emergence

circumstances until 911 personnel can arrive.

Each team manager/coach should be aware, though that they may be trained in first aid to varying

degrees, there is an expectation by the public that they attempt to manage an emergency situation to the

best of their ability. This is a realistic expectation and most situations can be dealt with using common

knowledge and skills obtained through experience.

The league however cautions that this circumstance does not realize the use of methods or skill in

treating an injury beyond the scope and skills of the provider. The league expects that only minor

treatment and/or stabilization methods are used. Any definitive care of treatment beyond the scope of

elementary first aid should be deferred to 911 responders.

It is to be understood that any first aid measures provided are temporary and any injury should be

evaluated by a qualified medical professional.

This does not preclude the usage of the leagues medical insurance coverage in its self but absolves the

managers, coaches, and the league staff of responsibilities for situations beyond their control.


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Emergency Phone Access

Please remember that many people have cell phones and will make a call to 911 for you. This

represents the most valuable resource. Using a cell phone, 911 accessed and updated information can be

given to 911 while emergency personnel are en route.

If an emergency occurs in the park, and 911 is needed please have the following information ready

before you place the call;

1. Type of situation and personnel required – Police, Fire, or Medical

2. Location

3. Area in the park

4. Number of people injured

5. Age of person(s)

6. Sex of injured person(s)

7. Type of injuries

8. Caller’s name

9. Call back number

Make certain that the person placing the call

stays on the phone until told by the 911 operator

to hang up. The person making the call should

return to the location of the injured person to let

them know that the call was made. Someone who

knows the location of the injured person will sent

to wait for the ambulance.


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Managers and Coaches All managers and coaches are representatives of the league, as well as role models and will conduct

themselves accordingly. A positive example sportsmanship, honesty and discipline will be observed and

accepted by players and parents as a dedication you have with this important position.

Managers and coaches must attend mandatory reporting and first aid training a before pre-season

practices begin. You will get your copies of the safety manuals, can also be found on our website, and

accident forms at this meeting. The league will furnish these training courses at no cost to you. They are

mandatory for each team ( at least one coaching staff member must attend the Coach’s Meeting, but

recommended for all. The meeting will be held on March 10th 9am.

After receiving your team roaster, you will want to schedule a parent meeting to introduce yourself and

meet the parents. Encourage them to participate in helping with the team. Make up a sign-up sheet

listing various jobs. Here are some examples:

Assistant Coach Umpires Field Maintenance

Team Parent Score Keeper

During the parent meeting ask if any of the players have any medical condition you need to be aware

of. Example: asthma, allergies or physical restrictions. Also talk about transportation to and from

practices, the hazards of riding their bike, especially if your practices end at dusk. Suggest setting up a

car pool for those who have a conflict in schedules. Take a poll of parents who have cell phones. Find

out if any parents are trained in first aid or CPR and record the information for future reference. Now

recruit a parent to be safety observer. Their job will be to observe the practices and games for potential

accidents. If a player is injured they can assist you in giving first aid, allowing your coach to deal with

the rest of the team. They can also fill out the accident report while you attend to the injured player. You

will want to check it and sign it before turning it in.

Do not leave any player after practice or games unattended. It is mandatory for each team to

have two adults (preferably manager and coach) wait with any child for the parents to arrive.

Each team will be issued equipment. It is the manager’s responsibility to inspect the equipment

before each use and exchange any broken or defective gear.

Each manager is issued a first aid kit. It must be present at all team activities.

Before every practice and games, the field will be inspected for rocks, holes, glass, drug needles,

etc. …

Home team will occupy the third base dugout and the visiting team the first base dugout.

Both managers shall agree on the fitness of the playing field, (or board member as described in

the by-laws) before the game starts. Once the game starts the head umpire shall be the sole

judge on the weather and condition of the playing field after the game starts. In the case of the

lower divisions HOME team manager will make the decision on a rain out.


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NO BALL WILL BE PLAYED IF…..

▪ Thunder & Lightening

• If you hear it clear it, If you see it flee it. ▪ There is standing water anywhere on the field

▪ The field is in disrepair to a hazardous state

▪ Ambient temperatures are below 40° F or above 100° F

Strictly Enforced Rules

▪ Catchers will wear all the required protective gear when squatting behind home plate. They will

wear the mask and helmet when warming up the pitcher before innings or in the bullpen and

designated warm up areas.

▪ No adult, coach an especially parents are permitted to warm up pitchers while in a squatting

position on or off the field.

▪ All base runners must wear a batting helmet. If there is a need for a player to be a base coach,

then they are required to wear a helmet.

▪ No gum, seeds, or food of any kind allowed on the field during play or in dugouts. (CHOKING

HAZARD).

▪ No shorts, Minor and Majors girls (if sliding) must wear slider pants to protect their legs during

practices and games.

▪ No watches or jewelry allowed at practice or games (except medical).

▪ All Little League rules will be enforced.

Injury Prevention

▪ Don’t allow players to play on playground equipment during practice.

▪ No climbing fences at any field.

▪ Use shoulder and arm warm-up and stretches before throwing.

▪ No player will hold a bat, unless going to the plate to hit.

▪ Team warm-ups should be in parallel lines throwing the same direction.

▪ Multiple drills should allow enough room for players to maneuver without collision.

▪ Teach basemen proper positioning to avoid collision with base runners.

▪ Call for a fly ball. THE LOUDER THE BETTER.

▪ Teach the proper technique of sliding. Don’t assume they already know how!!!

▪ No head first sliding. It is against Little League rules.

▪ No players in deck batter’s circle, the next batter up will be given time to swing the bat when

they get to home plate (expect in intermediate)


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Injury Procedures

▪ Protect yourself against blood transmitted disease.

▪ Perform first aid as needed.

▪ Gather all blood contaminated articles and put them in the bag provided in your kit.

▪ Dispose of Biohazard waste appropriately (give to safety director).

▪ Inform parents of injury and what happened.

▪ Fill out accident report within 24 hours and give it to the Safety Director.

▪ Call the league safety director to report the injury.

▪ Submit doctor’s release to Safety Director before player participates in practice or games.

Special Note: All injuries should be reported, even small ones. By tracking all injuries and accidents

we may find a way of preventing them. Any injury requiring professional medical services will need to

have a C.N.A. Insurance form filled out and sent in to LLI within 72 hours of occurrence by the Safety

Director. It is important that you contact the safety director, so they can get it done within this time

constraint. All injuries are to be reported within 24 hours of their occurrence.

League Safety Officer:

Nikki Cox

503-888-4551

[email protected]

Coaches

1. Each coach or manager will insure that players on their team wear the required safety equipment

as part of their uniform.

a. Athletic supporter with hard molded plastic cup for each player. (Male players only).

b. A face mask with throat guard will be worn at all times by the catcher unless they are

fielding the ball.

c. A batting helmet must be worn by each batter. If they have a bat in their hand, they

MUST have a helmet on their head, regardless of where they are standing.

d. Each player must wear long pants during practices and games. This policy is in place

to prevent cuts and abrasions due to sliding injuries.

e. Jewelry will not be worn. This includes watches, rings, earrings, and ID bracelets.

(Except for medical)

2. Each manager/coach will ensure that players follow the safety policy during practices and

games.

a. There will be no horse play of any kind behind the back stops or in the dugouts. b. There will be no food allowed on the field or in the dugout during a game. This is

to prevent possible choking injuries and prevent animosity between other children. This includes candy, gum, licorice, etc. This rule is for the player’s safety. The

only exception to this rule is a medical condition.


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Managers and Coaches Training

First Aid Training

It is required that each league train its managers and coaches in first aid. In addition to basic first aid,

the training will cover a better understanding of strains and muscle fatigue and the importance of

stretching out muscles before throwing and the dangers/cautions of over use, and finally an understanding

of how to decide when an injured player is ready to play again. With this training, we hope to reduce

injuries to our players, and have a more fun season for all. All Managers must provide a hands-on

CPR/First Aid Card.

Fundamental Training

Managers and coaches will be trained to first aid, baseball fundamental and common-sense issues.

The league safety officer will organize the coaches training and supervise the sessions.

Little League’s Emergency Management training program

Coaches’ clinic given by experienced coaches.

Common sense issues presented by the Safety Director, and included in the coach’s handbook.

Umpire clinic given by the Head Umpire.

It is mandatory for managers and coaches to attend a fundamental training, your participation will be

recorded. Any coach or manager failing to take the training at Reynolds Little League will be given a

second opportunity to take this training given by District 2, time and location TBA. Perspective coaches

and manager are advised the first aid, mandatory reporting and fundamental trainings are per Little

League Internationals policies and supported by Reynolds Little League. This requirement is mandatory

to be concerned for a manager or coach position. The first aid, mandatory reporting and fundamental

training will be held at the Coaches meeting will be held on Saturday, March 10th 9am to 5pm at

Reynolds High School MPR for Softball, Challengers, Rookies, Farm, Minors, Majors, 50/70 and above.


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Equipment Fundamental training will include proper usage of the catcher’s gear, fitting it to the player, what to

look for during inspection. How to fit batting helmets correctly, bat safety, and how to operate the

pitching machine and generator.

If any equipment does not meet proper Little League standards the defected equipment must be

immediately removed from the dug-out and not used again. Before each game the umpire shall require

strict observance of all rules governing the equipment of players. He shall also visually inspect all

equipment of both teams before commencing play.

Coaches should pass the training on to the parents and players. Coaches are required to inspect the

equipment before each use.

Coaches will contact the equipment director to replace any defected equipment ASAP. If any injury

happens due to defective equipment, coaches should indicate that on the accident report. Umpires will

report any equipment usage safety concerns to the coach and safety director.

Concessions It is the responsibility of the Concessions Director to train the volunteers that are scheduled to work in

the concession stand.

Concession policy and safety codes will be posted in the concession stand. Board members will

inspect the concession stand frequently for any safety violations.

Concessions Director will complete mandatory annual food/safety inspection prior to starting

operations.

Current year permit will be displayed.

Concessions Director and Concessions Managers will hold current food handlers card.

Concession Safety Policy

Only people over the age of 18 can handle money. Only persons working the stand will be inside.

Any injuries will be reported to the Concession Director/Manager and Safety Director within 24

hours. An accident report will be filled out and given to the Safety Director.

The concession stand will be checked for cleanliness and safety concerns.

A bucket of bleach water solution will be available for cleaning during operating hours.

There will be no less than two persons in the concession stand.

Wash hand and wear gloves when preparing or handling food.

If any injuries involving blood or body fluids occur, all areas must be cleaned with bleach water, and

any contaminated food must be disposed of in a biohazard bag and disposed of properly.

Please report any broken or damaged equipment to the Concessions Director.


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EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE FACILTIES

ADVENTIST MEDICAL CENTER

10123 SE Market St.

Portland, OR 97216

503-257-2500

KAISER SUNNYSIDE

10180 SE Sunnyside Rd.

Clackamas, OR 97015

503-652-2880

LEGACY RANDALL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

2801 N Gantenbein Ave.

Portland, OR 87227

503-413-2500

LEGACY MOUNT HOOD MEDICAL CENTER

24800 SE Stark St.

Gresham, OR 97030

503-674-1122

PROVIDENCE PORTLAND MEDICAL CENTER

4805 NE Glisan St.

Portland. OR 97213

503-215-1111

LEGACY GO-HEALTH URGENT CARE

22262 NE Glisan St.

Gresham, OR 97030

503-489-2024


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ACCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES

What to report – All incidents need to be reported. Especially those that cause a player, manager,

coach, umpire, or volunteer to receive medical treatment and/or first aid must be reported to the Safety

Officer. This includes even passive treatments such as the evaluation and diagnosis of the extent of the

injury or periods of rest.

When to report – All such incidents described above must be reported to the Safety Director within

24 hours of the incident. The Safety Director for 2018 is Nikki Cox: she can be reached at the following:

Day/Evening phone: 503-888-4551

Email: [email protected]

How to make the report – each first aid kit contains incident reporting forms. This form must

be completed and turned in to the Safety Director within the 24-hour time limit. Contact the Safety Director

as soon as possible after the incident has occurred with the following information:

The name and phone number of the individual involved.

The date, time and location of the incident.

A detailed description of the incident as soon as possible.

The preliminary estimation of the extent of the injuries.

The name and phone number of the person reporting the incident.

Safety Director’s Responsibilities – within 72 hours of the time of the incident, the Safety

Director will have contact the injured party or the party’s parents and (1) verify the information received;

(2) obtain any other information deemed necessary; (3) check on the status of the injured party; and (4) in

the event that the injured party required other medical treatment (Emergency Room visit, doctor’s visit,

etc.) will advise the parent or guardian of Reynolds Little League’s insurance coverage and the provisions

for submitting and claims. Completed accident and insurance forms must be forwarded to LLI within 72

hours of occurrence for insurance coverage.

If the extent of the injuries is more than minor in nature, the Safety Director shall periodically call the

injured party to (1) check on the status of any injuries, and (2) to check if any other assistance is necessary

in areas such as submission of insurance forms, etc. Until such time as the incident is considered “closed”

(i.e., no further claims are expected and or the individual is participating in the league again).


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MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Registration Form

Reynolds Little League will file a completed Qualified Safety Plan Registration when the ASAP

plan is submitted to Little League International.

Roster Data

Reynolds Little League will electronically file, via data center, registration and roster data for all

coaches, managers and players to Little League International.

Safety Plan

Once the Reynolds Little League Board Members have approved the 2018 Safety Plan, it will be

submitted to the Oregon Little League District 2 Safety Director for their records. It will also be

submitted to Little League International with the safety plan registration form, current facility

survey form.

Safety Director Budget

The Reynolds Little League Board Members have approved a $600 limit in the 2018 budget for

execution of the Reynolds Little League Safety program.


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To: All Staff members, Team managers, Team Coaches

From: Nikki Cox – Safety Director – Reynolds Little League

Re: Health Policy concerning Lice

The subject of head lice has become a concern for all. While playing Little League Baseball, children

have close contact with other children. And as a function of playing baseball, and the exchange of batting

helmets, catcher’s gear, etc., potentially places other children at risk of contracting head lice. The league’s

policy on head lice is as follows:

IF A CHILD HAS A KNOWN CASE OF HEAD LICE:

1. The Safety Director shall be informed prior to any action being taken to address this problem.

2. In the situation where a known case of head lice is present, the parents will be asked to keep the

child home until the problem is taken care of.

3. The safety director will assist the manager/coach to insure there has been no cross contamination

between the other children.

4. The Safety Director will continue to monitor the team to ensure that no further outbreaks have

occurred.

IF THE CHILD HAS A SUSPECTED CASE OF HEAD LICE:

1. The Safety Director shall be informed prior to any action taken.

2. In the situation where a suspected case of head lice may be present, the parents of the effected

child will be advised of the situation and asked to take of the problem.

3. If lice is found the parent will be asked to keep the child home until the condition has been

corrected.

4. Once the child has been treated and is lice free, they may return to league activities.

5. The Safety Director will assist in making sure there has been no cross contamination.

PREVENTION:

There are several preventive measures as follows:

1. All players need to wear their own issued baseball cap under the batting helmet.

2. Each team manager/coach will be responsible for cleaning all equipment (helmets, chest protector,

catcher’s facemask, etc.) at least twice a week.


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Lightning Facts and Safety Procedures

WHEN YOU HEAR IT – CLEAR IT

WHEN YOU SEE IT – FLEE IT

Consider the following facts:

The average lightning stroke is 6-8 miles long. The average thunderstorm is 6-10 miles wide and travels

at a rate of 25 miles per hour.

Once the leading edge of a thunderstorm approaches to within 10 miles, you are immediate risk due to

the possibility of lightning strokes coming from the storm’s overhanging anvil cloud. This could happen

on a sunny day.

On the average, thunder can only be heard over 3-4 miles, depending on humidity, terrain, and other

factors. This means by the time you hear the thunder, you are already in the risk area for lightning strikes.

Flash-Bang Method

One way of determining how close a recent strike is to you is called the “flash-bang” method, a person

counts the number of seconds between the sight of lighting strike and the thunder that follows it. Halt-play

and evacuation should be called for when the count between the lightning flash and the sound of its thunder

15 seconds or less.

Rule of Thumb

Lightning is very unpredictable and cannot be prevented. Therefore, a manager, coach, or umpire who

feels threatened by an approaching storm should stop play and get the kids to safety.

Where to Go?? No place is absolutely safe from lightning threats, but some places are safer than others. Large enclosed

shelters (substantially constructed buildings) are the safest (snack shops and press boxes). For the majority

of participants, the best area to seek shelter is in a fully enclosed metal vehicle with the windows rolled up.

Get off metal bleachers.

First Aid to a Lightning Victim Typically, the lightning victim exhibits symptoms as that of someone suffering from a heart attack. In

addition to calling 911, the rescuer should consider the following:

If the victim is in a high-risk area (open field, isolated tree, etc.) the rescuer should try and move

the victim if this will cause no other damage to the person.

If the victim is not breathing, start mouth to mouth resuscitation. If it is decided to move the victim,

give a few quick breaths prior to moving them. Determine if the victim has a pulse. If no pulse is

detected, start cardiac compressions as well.

Note: CPR should only be administered by a person knowledgeable and trained.


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Earthquake

DROP, COVER & HOLD ON TIPS

Falling objects cause most earthquake-related injuries!

OUTDOORS – Move to a clear area away from trees, signs, power lines, buildings, and poles and

watch for falling objects.

OUTFIELD - If you are in the outfield sit down and cover your head watch for falling objects.

STANDS – If you are in the dugouts or stands get away from fences to a clearing and cover your

head and watch for falling objects.

NEAR BUILDINGS – Be aware of falling bricks, glass, plaster, and other falling debris. Move

into an entryway and protect your head with your arms.

DRIVING – Pull to the side of the road and stop. Avoid overpasses, power lines, and other

hazards. Stay in vehicle until the shake is over.

WHEELCHAIR – If you’re in a wheelchair, stay in it. Move to cover, if possible (e.g., an

interior wall), lock your wheels, and protect your head with your arms.

THEATER OR STADIUM - If possible, get on the floor between the rows and cover your head

with your arms, otherwise stay in your seat and protect your head with your arms. Do not try to

leave until the shaking stops and then leave in a calm, orderly manner.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE, BE PREPARED FOR AFTERSHOCKS AND IDENTIFY

WHERE YOU WILL TAKE COVER WHEN THE OCCUR.


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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

INJURY TREATMENT:

UNCONSCIOUS PLAYER: Observe for major physical injury, check respiration. If player

is not breathing have a bystander call 911. Then give two slow breaths and check for a pulse.

Check for severe bleeding. Perform CPR or rescue breathing, whichever is appropriate.

If player is breathing, and not severely bleeding, look over the player from head to toe for signs of

injury, then recheck breathing; try to revive the player. Call 911 and continue to monitor

breathing until medical help arrives.

CONCIOUS PLAYER: Observe for major physical injury. Ask the player if he/she has any

pain? Look over the body, the player should not move anything that hurts. Check player’s skin

color and feel. Look for any change in breathing. Call 911 for any broken bones, sever pain,

sever bleeding, do not move player and control any bleeding. If player is not injured or does not

need minor first aid treatment allow player to rest until they can stand.

DRESSING WOUNDS: Wash small cuts and scrapes and pat dry with a clean gauze pad

before bandaging. Do not wash bleeding head wounds or large, deep or heavy bleeding wounds,

bandage them and get medical help.

SHOCK: Have player lie down in a comfortable position. Maintain normal body temperature.

Elevate legs 12 inches. DO NOT ELIVATE head, neck or back injuries or broken bones

involving the hips or legs are suspected. If not, sure leave lying flat. If player vomits place on

side. Be aware even a player who witnessed an injury or is sympathetic to the player, who is

injured, can go into shock.

SPRAINS AND STRAINS: For sever sprains, apply cold pack, elevate, and immobilize the

injury. Advise player’s parents to seek medical attention for injured player. For slight sprains or

strains apply cold packs on and off for 72 hours until swelling goes away (usually in

approximately 48 hours). Next apply heat. Evaluate player before allowing them to participate in

practice or games. If unsure of the severity of an injury, it is always wise to seek medical help.


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FIRST AID FOR BURNS

Burns: superficial, partial thickness, and full thickness.

First Degree: Superficial burns. Sunburn or minor burns to the top layer of skin. Use cold

water to cool burn.

Second Degree: Top layers of skin are red and may have blisters that may open and weep clear

fluid. May look molten and is usually painful.

Third Degree: Destroying all the layers of skin and any or all the underlying structures. Looks

brown or black with tissues underneath sometimes appearing white. CRITICAL BURNS CAN

BE LIFE THREATENING…CALL 911!

Treatment:

Cool the burn, use cool water. Only use ice or ice water on small superficial burns. Apply clean dry

gauze loosely to protect against infection. If burn area is large use bandage or sheet. Treat for shook.

NEVER!!

NEVER TOUCH A BURN WITH ANYTHING EXCEPT A CLEAN COVERING.

NEVER REMOVE PIECES OF CLOTH THAT STICK TO A BURN AREA.

NEVER TRY TO CLEAN A SEVERE BURN.

NEVER BREAK BLISTERS.

NEVER USE ANY KIND OF OINTMENT ON A SEVERE BURN.

ATHLETIC EMERGENCY TREATMENT OF DENTAL INJURIES

Professionally – made properly fitted Custom Mouth guards greatly reduce the risk and

severity of mouth injuries. Mouth guards are recommended injury prevention equipment

for all at – risk sports.

AVULSION (Entire Tooth Knocked Out) 1. Avoid additional trauma to tooth while handling. Do Not handle the tooth by the root. Do

Not brush or scrub the tooth. Do Not sterilize the tooth.

2. If debris is on tooth, gently rinse with water. If possible, put tooth back in hole and

stabilize by biting down gently on a towel or napkin. Do this only if patient is alert and

conscious. If unable to do this then wrap the tooth in a wet rag, or cup of water and take to

parents.

3. Time is very important. Getting the tooth back in within 30 minutes has the highest degree

of success rate.

TRANSPORT IMMEDIATELY TO DENTIST.

LUXATION (Tooth in Socket, But Wrong Position)


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THREE POSITIONS

EXTRUDED TOOTH – Upper tooth hangs down and/or lower tooth raised up.

1. Reposition tooth in socket using firm pressure.

2. Stabilize tooth by gently biting on towel or napkin.

3. TRANSPORT IMMEDIATELY TO DENTIST.

LATERAL DISPLACEMENT – Tooth pushed back or pulled forward.

1. Try to reposition tooth using finger pressure.

2. Athlete may require local anesthetic to reposition tooth; if so stabilize tooth by gently biting on

towel or napkin.

3. TRANSPORT IMMEDIATELY TO DENTIST.

INTRUDED TOOTH – Tooth pushed into gum – looks short.

1. Do nothing – avoid any repositioning of tooth.

2. TRANSPORT IMMEDIATELY TO DENTIST

FRACTURE (Broken Tooth) 1. If tooth is totally broken in half, save the broken portion and take to the dental office with you.

Stabilize portion of tooth left in mouth by gently biting on towel or napkin to control bleeding.

2. Should extreme pain occur, limit contact with other teeth, air or tongue. Pulp nerve may be

exposed, which is extremely painful.

3. Save all fragments of fractured tooth and IMMEDIATELY TRANSPORT ALL TO

DENTIST.

ABC’s: AIRWAY, BREATHING, CIRCULATION The term ABC’s is a simple way to remember the order of actions to take in an emergency if the

victim is not breathing or if his or her heart is not beating. These letters stand for airway, breathing, and

circulation. They are the three basic steps in the procedure known as cardiopulmonary resuscitation

(CPR). Before you begin these steps call 911, so that they will arrive promptly.

Warning: If you suspect a neck or back injury, do not move the person. Any movement can cause

paralysis or death. Always keep the persons head, neck, and body in alignment.

(A) AIRWAY The victim’s airway must be clear and open in order to restore breathing.

To clear the airway:

Place the person face up on the floor or on the ground.

If the person is unconscious, check his or her mouth for any obstructing object and remove it.

Sweep the mouth with your finger even if no foreign object is visible.

OPENING THE AIRWAY:

Chin-lift technique: Lift jaw by hooking two fingers underneath the chin and gently pulling

forward.

Jaw-thrust technique: Use both hands to grasp at the back of the jaw and push jaw gently forward.


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(B) BREATHING

Tilt the victim’s head backward by placing the heel of one hand on his or her forehead and the

index and middle fingers of your other hand under the bony part of the chin.

Pinch the victim’s nostrils with your thumb and index finger. Take a deep breath. Place your

mouth tightly over the victim’s mouth. Give two full breaths.

Stop blowing when you see that the victim’s chest is expanding turn your head toward the

victim’s chest, so that your ear is over his or her mouth listen for air being exhaled, watch for the

victim’s chest to rise and fall. Repeat the breathing procedure.

(C) CIRCULATION

To restore blood circulation, give CPR if you have complete expert training in the procedure.

CPR must be performed along with mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

ALLERGIC REACTIONS Signs of allergic reaction include difficulty breathing (wheezing or choking); swollen lips, tongue, or

ears; or hives and skin swelling with itching. If the reaction is severe, victims may go into anaphylactic

shock, which may be life threatening.

Treatment If the signs are severe or if they rapidly get worse, call 911.

Keep the victim quite in whatever position is most comfortable.

If the victim stops breathing, give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

If the victim feels dizzy, nauseated, is sweating, or faints, keep him or her lying down with the

feet slightly elevated.

Have the victim transported to the neatest hospital as quickly as possible. Severe allergic

reactions can cause death in minutes or hours.

BLEEDING Heavy bleeding usually results from injury to a large blood vessel. Heavy bleeding is a life-

threatening emergency that can kill the victim in 3-5 minutes, so don’t waste time.

Treatment

If the bleeding is severe call 911 immediately

Keep the victim lying down

Place a compress dressing directly over the wound, and press firmly with the palm of your hand

Continue to apply pressure directly over the wound

If possible, raise the bleeding part higher than the rest of the body

If the bleeding soaks through the compress, do not remove it but ad another on top of it

If bleeding stops or slows down, apply a bandage to hold the compress in place

Do not disturb any blood clots that form to the compress

Transport the victim to the nearest hospital as soon as possible

BRUISES A bruise is probably one of the most common types of injury. It occurs when a fall or a blow to the

body causes small blood vessels to break beneath the skin. Symptoms include pain and initial reddening

of the skin. The skin color changes to blue or green.

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A bruise on the skull may indicate damage inside the skull. Call 911 and keep the victim quiet

until help arrives

As soon as possible, apply cold compresses or an ice bag to the affected area

If the bruise is on an arm or leg, elevate the limb above the level of the heart to decrease blood

flow to the area

If the bruise is severe or swelling develops, there may be a broken bone

CUTS AND ABRASIONS In caring for minor wounds, it is most important to prevent infection, keep wound as clear as possible.

Treatment

Immediately clean the wound and the surrounding skin, wiping away from the wound, rinsing

the wound with large amounts of clear water

Hold a sterile pad firmly over the wound until any bleeding stops. It may be necessary to elevate

the body part while holding the pad to stop the bleeding

Apply pressure directly over the wound with the palm of your hand. If the bleeding continues,

keep adding pads-do not remove the first pad

Bandage the sterile pads in place with gauze and tape

If the bleeding continues, seek immediate medical care

FRACTURES The purpose of first aid for broken bones is to prevent further injury until you get the person to a

doctor or hospital emergency department.

There are two types of fractures:

1. Closed – the bone is broken but the skin has not been punctured

2. Open – the skin is broken along with the bone. Do not try to put the bone back inside the body,

because this can cause infection

Treatment

If the fracture is open or if the broken bone is in an area of the body other than an arm or leg, call

911. Try not to transport the victim yourself.

Unless the victim is in imminent danger, do not move him/her until the suspected fracture has

been splinted.

Leave the limb in the position that you find it. Apply the splints in that position.

Apply splints:

1. A splint must be long enough to extend beyond one joint above the fracture and one joint

below.

2. Use bandage or tape to fasten splint in a minimum of three sits:

--below the joint and below the break

--above the joint and above the break

--at the level of the break

HEAD INJURY

Warning: Head injuries require urgent medical attention. Call 911 immediately. If you find

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Symptoms of head injury may include a cut, bruise, lump, or depression in the scalp; unconsciousness,

confusion, or drowsiness; bleeding from the nose, ear, or mouth; clear or bloody fluid flowing from the

nose or ears; pale or reddish face; headache; vomiting; seizures; pupils of unequal size; difficulty

speaking; restlessness; and irregular pulse.

Treatment

If the victim is unconscious, keep him/her lying flat with head straight. Do not move him/her. If

you move the victim, always keep the head, neck, and body in alignment.

ABC’s: Maintain the airway.

If there is no sign of back or neck injury, turn the person’s head to the side to allow any blood,

vomit, or other fluids to drain.

If the person is breathing well and has not vomited, do not move him or her until professional

help is available.

Control bleeding from a head wound by applying a pressure dressing.

Do not give the person anything to eat or drink.

Keep the person comfortable and calm.

Have evaluated as soon as possible at the nearest medical facility.

SEIZURES A seizure is a series of uncontrollable muscle movements caused by a disturbance in the electrical

activity in the brain. You should consider a seizure a medical emergency unless the victim is known to

have epilepsy. However, a person with epilepsy also needs emergency medical attention if the seizure

lasts longer than 5 minutes.

Treatment

Help the person rest on his/her side so if vomiting occurs the vomit will not be breathed back into

the lungs.

Loosen tight clothing around the neck.

Stay calm.

Do not throw any liquid in the person’s face or into his/her mouth.

Do not place anything in the person’s mouth; do not force the mouth open.

If the person has epilepsy and has infrequent seizers, take him/her to a comfortable place to rest.

Call 911 in the person is not known to have epilepsy.

Always remember to maintain the airway!!

SPRAINS AND STRAINS If you are uncertain about whether an injury is a sprain, strain, or a broken bone, treat as a broken

bone. A sprain is an injury to the ligaments, which are tissue that support the joints in the body. The

ligaments may be stretched or torn. A sprain usually results from overextending or twisting a limb

beyond its normal range of motion, thus stretching and tearing some of the fibers of the ligaments.

Symptoms of a sprain result from pulling or overexerting a muscle or tendon. Symptoms include pain,

swelling, and muscle spasms. To treat a strain, use the RICE routine. For a sprained wrist, elbow, or

shoulder, put the affected arm in a sling.

The RICE Routine

RICE is an acronym for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. These are the four steps often

recommended for immediate care of minor injuries such as sprains, strains, and muscle pulls.

Rest….


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Stop playing or exercising and rest the injured part of the body to help reduce swelling and stop further

bleeding in the tissues.

Ice…

Apply an ice pack to the injured area at regular intervals (20-30 minutes at a time. Very three hours).

Compression….

Apply an elastic compression bandage around the injured body part. The bandage should cover the

injured area but also extent a few inches above and below it. Do not wrap the bandage so tight that it cuts

off the circulation in the injured part. Loosen the bandage if swelling increases.

Elevation…

Keep the injured part elevated above the level of the heart. Elevation reduces pressure in the tissues,

which helps drain fluids that have collected in the tissues because of the injury. In addition, elevation

reduces swelling and bruising.

REMEMBER TO REPORT ALL INJURIES TO

Nikki Cox

503-888-4551

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]


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Safety is everyone’s job. Prevention is the key to

reducing accidents to a minimum. Report all

hazardous conditions to the Safety Director or any

Board Member immediately. Don’t play on a field

that is not safe or with unsafe playing equipment.

Be sure your players are fully equipped at all times.

And, check your team’s equipment often. Together,

we can make the game safer and better!

Documents

Safety Plan 2004...Reynolds Little League Safety Plan 2018 2 Board Members President: Jason Tanner 503-421-7284 Vice President: Melissa Williams 503-914-9520 Secretary: Vanessa Hayden