Results outstanding

None

Coming matches

This week:
Thu - M1 - Wareham & Purbeck vs Cerne Abbas

Next week:
Thu - T1 - Yeovil vs Wareham & Purbeck
Fri - M1 - Preston Racketeers vs Gryphon

Risk Assessment

This risk assessment is primarily for use at tournaments organised by the WDBL. It may also be useful for clubs playing in the league.
Note that the check boxes don't do anything on-line, but when printed allow each item to be ticked off as required.

Location details
Venue:  Postcode: ....................
Event:  
Date:  
Organiser name:  
First-aider name:  
Where is ...
  • Nearest landline?
  • First-aid kit?
  • Accident book?
  • Defibrillator?
  • Nearest A&E dept?
 
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Building hazards
Risk Control Measures Level of risk
Condition of hall
  • Organiser to ensure hall is fit for purpose.
  • Ensure adequate lighting/heating/ventilation provided.
Low
Evacuation procedure
  • Organiser to ensure exits are accessible and clear.
  • All attendees to be advised of evacuation routes.
Low
Dust, dirt or water on court (potential for slips)
  • Courts to be cleaned/swept as required.
  • Courts deemed dangerous shall not be used.
Low
Court hazards
Risk Control Measures Level of risk
Gangways
  • All benches, chairs, equipment and bags surrounding the playing area to be placed as far from rear of courts as possible.
  • Gangways to be kept clear at all times.
Low
Nets and posts
  • Equipment to be checked before use for condition and suitability.
  • Ensure correct placement.
Low
Obstacles on or near court
  • Check playing area is free from obstructions.
  • New/used shuttles to be placed between courts near posts.
  • No items to be located close to courts during play.
Low
Playing hazards
Risk Control Measures Level of risk
Walking past court
  • Ensure vigilence during play.
  • Etiquette dictates people should not walk behind court during rallies.
Low
Slips and trips
  • Courts to be checked before play.
  • Players to wear appropriate footwear.
Medium
Strains and sprains
  • Players to ensure adequate warm-up.
  • Players to wear suitable footwear.
Medium
Hit by shuttle or racket
  • Players to act responsibly.
  • First aid to be administered if required.
Medium
Miscellaneous hazards
Risk Control Measures Level of risk
Adverse conditions
  • Ensure regular breaks with access to drinking water to avoid dehydration.
  • Ensure adequate heating to maintain safe playing conditions.
Low
Medical issues (collapse, fit etc)
  • Call 999.
Medium
Child protection
  • At least one DBS cleared person in attendance.
  • Children to leave hall only if accompanied.
  • Organisers to be aware of spectators.
  • Photography requires written consent from parent or guardian.
Medium