Safety in Physical Education

Making Physical Education Safe
Safety in Health and Physical Activity

SHAPE America Appropriate Practices

  • 1.3.1 Activities are selected carefully and modified to ensure a safe learning environment for students. Emergency action plans are posted and practiced.
  • 1.3.2 Activities are selected carefully to ensure that they match students’ ability levels and are safe for all students, regardless of ability level.
  • 1.3.3 Physical educators maintain up-to-date first aid, CPR and AED certifications.
  • 1.3.4. Facilities and equipment are maintained and inspected regularly for safety hazards.
  • 1.3.6 Teachers ensure student safety by monitoring class closely.
  • 1.6.3 Physical educators provide appropriate experiences for students with temporary medical limitations (e.g., a student with a broken arm can ride an exercise bike).

Concussions

First Aide

Homelessness

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Injury Prevention

Mental Health

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Miscellaneous

Relationships/Sexual Harassment/Violence

Student Trauma

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Substance Abuse

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Sun Safety

Water Safety