Having emergency plans in place and following basic risk management protocol provides a safe playing environment for players.

• US Lacrosse Risk Management Manual
• US Lacrosse Prevention of Abuse Policy
• Guide to Prevention of Abuse
• Background Screening Recommendations
• National Center for Safety Initiatives Background Screening Service

Emergency Action Plan

Having a pre-developed Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is extremely valuable to the management and outcome of many types of emergencies.

• Emergency Action Plan Guidelines

Lightning Policy

It is the recommendation of US Lacrosse that all organizations, facilities, administrators, athletic medicine staff and coaches follow an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) with specific guidelines for severe weather that may include lightning.

• US Lacrosse Position Statement on Lightning Policy
• Lightning Interruption Guidelines for Lacrosse

Additional Resources from US Lacrosse and Bollinger Insurance

• Field & Facility Inspection Checklist
• US Lacrosse Incident Report
• Code of Conduct
• How to Make Sure Your Team/League is Covered for Liability
• Safety Tools for Coaches
• Coach as Supervisor
• Chaperoning Team Travel
• Vehicle Safety
• Risk Management for Parents
• Financial Responsibility