DPA - Safety & Hydration

• Safety
• Hydration

Safety

*Check with your School Board rep/administrator to review the complete Physical Education Safety Guidelines Elementary Curricular & the DPA Pull-out Section.

General Physical Education Safety Guidelines:

• Know your first-aid plan
• Be prepared for emergencies
• Be aware of the risks
• Know your school board’s policies
• Make modifications to increase safety, if necessary 

Clothing & Footwear

• Students must wear proper footwear & clothing (running shoes, comfortable, loose clothing)
• Remove any hanging jewelry. Jewelry that can’t be removed should be taped/covered.
• Modifications must be made to an activity when religious requirements present a safety concern

Facilities

• Check the activity area in advance and remove or avoid any potential hazards.
• Set a boundary around the area where your activity will take place.

Equipment

• Must be appropriate for the facility and age of the students.
• Check items frequently for wear and tear, report broken equipment.
• Place safety mats in all designated landing areas.

Supervision

• Follow board policies and protocols.
• Be present, in control of and fully attentive to all students.

Source: Physical Education Safety Guidelines Elementary Curricular 2008

Hydration

Hydration as a safety issue is often overlooked. If you don’t already do this, consider encouraging your students to have a water bottle at their desk. Review the hydration section for guidelines on fluid intake during and after physical activity, signs of dehydration and more.

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