To ensure adequate health and safety awareness, training should be provided to all members on a regular basis and when a new member joins the club. It is recommended that the following information be briefed to all club members and parents/guardians when joining.

Safety on the Mat

•   Never wear shoes on the mat

•   Come to the training session washed with a clean Gi

•   Watch your space on the mat and if thrown get up quickly to avoid someone falling on you

•   When seated, kneel or sit cross legged. Do not lean on the wall – you may not be able to get out of the way quickly enough

  Safety off the Mat

•   Wear shoes at all times when off the mat

•   Always ask permission to leave the mat

•   After using the toilet, wash your hands

  Accidents/Incidents

•   Do not come to play Judo if you are not fit enough to train

•   If you come to a training session with an injury, inform the coach at the start of the

  session

•   Do the exercises as shown; do what you can and do it well but not to the point of straining

•   If you are hurt, inform the Coach immediately

•   Keep your medical form up to date

•   Have a current BJA license – it is your insurance