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Leg Wrestling Risk Mitigation Worksheet
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| Description: | Two players lay on their backs facing opposite directions. They intertwine arms, then lift their legs three times. On the third time, they lock legs and try to either force the other one to flip. |
| Program: | Scouts BSA, Order of the Arrow |
| Adjusted Hazard: | IIIE (Improbable, Marginal) |
| Mitigation Decision: | Acceptable with Review |
| Prepared: | 2023-12-01 by sdonohue |
| Hazard Cause / Effect | Corrective Actions | ||||||
| Hazard Description | Cause | Effect | Initial Risk Rating | Possible Controlling Measure | Closing Comments | Status | Final Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hypothermia / Frostbite | Exposure to cold temperatures over a prolonged period. | Camper develops a condition which requires first aid or medical attention. | IIIC | Limit time spent playing based on observed weather conditions: spend less time outside in cold and/or rain. | IIIE | ||
| Hypothermia / Frostbite | Exposure to cold temperatures over a prolonged period. | Camper develops a condition which requires first aid or medical attention. | IIIC | Most sports events are not tied to specific geography; in case of inclement weather, the event should be held close to camp to allow for quick access to a warming station. | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough or slippery terrain leads to twisting or a minor fall. | Camper trips on something which causes them to lose their footing. | IIIC | Limit activity to appropriate areas and inspect the playfield for hidden hazards and remove them before play. | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Tripping over lines or ball, impact with net. | Camper injured by tripping and falling or by direct impact | IIIC | Mark boundaries and goals with soft cones. Don't fuss too much about boundaries. | IIiE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Tripping over lines or ball, impact with net. | Camper injured by tripping and falling or by direct impact | IIIC | Mark boundaries with soft cones. Flag any ropes used on the field to increase visibility. | IIiE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough play leads to injury | Camper injured when hit in face or tripped by another Scout. | IIIC | Remind Campers of the rules of soccer which are enforced; violations result in penalties where Scout must sit out. | IIIE |
Historical Context: This event was first held at Winter Camp XXVIII (in 2004). It was been held a total of 2 times without an incident.
Based on Location: U Timing: U Category: Sport
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