Question

• Collect information about the safety measures taken in your school building play field/indoor hall and equipment.
• Discuss with teacher.

Answer 1

Safety measures in a school depend on the building, playfield, indoor hall and equipment. In the school building, corridors and rooms should be free from obstacles, fire safety norms should be followed, and first-aid should be available. For the playfield, the ground should be clean and free from stones, broken bricks, glass or sharp objects. High-tension electric lines, barbed wire, bushes and hard walls near the ground should be avoided or removed. Fencing and stairs for spectators should be at least 6 metres away from the end lines. Separate sitting areas should be provided for extra players and spectators, and an adequate warming-up area should be kept away from the competition area. Hard courts for games such as basketball, badminton and tennis should be constructed properly with sufficient space. In the indoor hall/gymnasium, equipment should be stored safely, floors should be clean and non-slippery, lighting should be good, and electrical fittings should be safe. Old or damaged equipment should not be used. Sports uniforms and shoes should be selected carefully, especially shoes with proper arch support and ankle support. After collecting this information, discuss the findings with the teacher and suggest improvements where needed.