May 10th, 2012
Shelley Timms, B.A., LL.B., LL.M.
Timshel Services Inc.
Alcohol Risk Management
Timshel@timshelservices.com
Recent events such as the G20 and the NHL Final in Vancouver are examples of what happens when security issues are not given the attention required. In once situation, there was inadequate time to train people for the situations that were expected and in fact did happen, and in the other, there appeared to be little planning at all.
Security is needed for most events from the most innocuous (in-house residence nights) to the regular (pub nights) to the obvious (Homecoming/major sports events). Its importance needs to be reflected in the planning. Like most matters, building a strong foundation is key. Security personnel, whether full-time or part-time, must be properly trained. Too often we see campus security not involving themselves in situations because “they don’t want to get hurt”.
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May 10th, 2012
Problem: Finding time to implement effective risk management training is a major challenge
Solution: Web-based training modules which provide flexibility and high quality training opportunities
Action: Incorporate the NIRSA Webinar Training Modules into your training program!
2012-2013 Highlights
- 21 Webinar training modules (12 are NEW)
- Individually priced – you choose only the ones(s) you want!
- Reasonably priced – most are $50 – $75
Benefits
- Recorded Webinars are accessible at any time, on any laptop or desktop
- Year-long access to Webinars allows consistent and ongoing training of full/part-time staff
- Content is delivered by experts – saving staff time in preparing and delivering training material.
NIRSA Webinar Training Modules:
New
Hazing
Concussions
Level 5 In-service Training
Waivers Simplified
Medical Screening Simplified
Missing Persons Planning
Negligence Awareness for Intramural Staff
Negligence Awareness for Sport Club Officers
Negligence Awareness for Summer Camp Staff
Risk Management Committee
Climbing Wall Supervision
Event Planning Simplified
Updated Webinars
Negligence Simplified
The Nuts & Bolts of Risk Management Planning
Negligence Awareness Training for Part-time Student Staff (tracking option available)
Waivers Advanced
Safety Training for Sport Clubs Officers
Transportation: Planning Essentials
Travel Planning Tools using ‘Google Docs’
Emergency Action Plan – Putting it Together
Emergency Action Plan – Training, Rehearsals & Drills
General Information
Launch Date Mid-August, 2012
All Webinars Accessible at any time, on any computer, for whole academic year
Webinar length Varies: from 20-45 minutes
Target Audience Most Webinars target full-time staff
‘Negligence Awareness’ webinars target student staff and Sport Club Officers
More information coming soon!
May 10th, 2012
The Ball is in Your Court
By Katharine M. Nohr, JD
Nohr Sports Risk Management, LLC
Recently, Hawaii was hit by unexpected tornadoes, hail and thunder and lightning—weather events that are rare for the islands. Tornadoes are more common on the continental United States, with foreseeability resulting in better preparedness. Hopefully, your sports facility did not suffer any damage from the tornadoes that recently struck Kentucky, Indiana and Alabama. Even if your area is not accustomed to experiencing weather events such as tornadoes, consider that tornadoes have even struck Hawaii when doing your disaster planning.
Weather and Natural Disaster Risk Assessment
In assessing your organization’s weather and natural disaster risks, identify what possible weather related risks that your facility faces. Once those risks have been listed, the likelihood of such risks should be assessed. For example, your region may have frequent lightning storms, intermittent hurricanes and tornadoes, and very infrequent cold spells. Your risk management planning should focus on lightning storms, tornadoes and hurricanes, by developing detailed action plans for such events. Addressing cold spells should be a lower priority.
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May 10th, 2012
A Comprehensive System for Campus Recreation
Matthew D. Griffith, M.S., RCRSP
Georgia Institute of Technology
The practice of in-service training is critical to keeping your employees prepared to prevent injuries and respond to emergencies. Despite the fact that the importance of on-going training for staff has been almost unanimously agreed upon in some recreation program areas for years (e.g. aquatics), other areas are much further behind when it comes to in-service training. Employee in-service training programs can not only prevent skill erosion and improve emergency preparedness, but also facilitate individual employee development into contributing members of the community. That’s where the concept of Level 5 in-service training comes in. Developed by the author and Dr. Joseph Walker, it addresses observed deficiencies in current practices and maximizes the impact of staff participation. It will enhance the development of the individual and also function as a recruiting tool for future employees.
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