f they are not qualified to use it, nor have they been trained to use it. Remember to practise with the equipment you have to identify any shortfalls you may have, and to identify any limitations you may encounter. For the team medic a basic first aid kit may be enough and they often do and will customize it for their own specific needs. (For specific Sports Medicine First Aid equipment contact The First Aid Company in New Zealand or Victor Sports Medicine in Australia)
             · Communications. In today's environment with the ever developing technology, there is no reason for someone on the sideline not having a mobile phone, or access to one. But this is not all there is to communications. Other communication includes providing the emergency services with information on the player regarding their name, address, allergies and your immediate care. Within the Australian Rugby League, the First Aid Officers have a carbon copied pad with simple details that they can
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