PEDS240 Lecture Notes - Neoprene, Csa Group
29 Apr 2013
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Jan 18 chap 6: selecting and using protective sports equipment. Can be used immediately (neoprene sleeves, inserts, ankle braces) Specifically sized and designed for protective and supportive needs. Direct collision sports require head protection due to impacts, forces, velocities, and implements. National operating committee on standards for athletic equipment (nocsae) develop standards for football helmet certification. While helmets must be certified, they may not always be fail-safe. Athletes and parents must be aware of risks. Each helmet must have visible exterior warning labels. Label indicates that helmet shouldn"t be used to strike an opponent due to risk of injury. Indicates risk of injury accidentally and that athlete plays at own risk while using helmet. Athletes must be aware of risks and what label indicates. Athlete reads and signs statement regarding warning label. There are a number of helmet manufacturers (many have closed due to lawsuits and liability cases) Football helmets generally have air or fluid filled pockets to absorb force.
