In today’s world- sports organizations can be targets for lawsuits. A risk assessment audit can identify potential risks and exposures- and direct your organization to take steps to minimize said risks.

Expertise and Process: Mikal Duilio with 32 years of relevant experience will perform the assessment by having a meeting with your sports league administrator(s) and your director of officials (the person who assigns the referees). This meeting will be in person – in your city. Part of the in person meeting would be to see your facilities (that you use); likely the meeting will ‘start’ at the facilities. Process: our risk analysis team will operate off of a thorough checklist of ‘all possible – but reasonable’ risks per your sport. A general list of 19 such risks can be seen below. Your sport will likely have these same 19 categories as well- plus perhaps a few more items to be analyzed.

Key findings & recommendations: your sports organization would get a grade for each of the 19 risk possibilities. Anything deemed deficient- will be in report form so that staff can make improvements in certain areas. 

Price: after a short discussion by phone, a bid can be given immediately, ranging from $2,000 to $3,500 (depending on size of your sports organization, number of playing venues, etc.)

After the audit: a re-visit is recommended every 3 years; this is due to the nature of different administrators, volunteers who need to be ‘kept’ or ‘redirected’ back to best practices and risk awareness. 

COACHES (Ankored can do this): criminal background check

COACHES (Ankored can do this): abuse prevention training

COACHES (Ankored can do this): concussions training

COACHES (Ankored can do this): anti bullying class/training- included
in this- What strategies are employed to prevent and address violent behavior among participants, and how are incidents responded to and managed?

COACHES (Ankored can do this): molestation awareness training

COACHES (Ankored can do this): sudden cardiac arrest awareness training 

COACHES (Ankored can do this): CPR/First Aid Certification

COACHES (Ankored can do this): heat stroke training

COACHES (Ankored can do this): standard ways & means training per this sport: What procedures are in place to ensure that participants receive adequate training, guidance, and preparation to develop the necessary skills and techniques for safe and successful participation in sports?

COACHES (Ankored can do this): anti-discrimination and harassment prevention training 

ADMINISTRATORS (A): What methods are used to identify and manage pre-existing medical conditions that may impact a participant’s ability to safely participate in activities? What system is in place for maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, including medical information, waivers, and incident reports?

ADMINISTRATORS (B): What is the protocol for providing medical attention and care to participants in the event of an injury or illness?
ADMINISTRATORS (C): Are liability waivers and informed consent forms mandatory for participants and their guardians prior to participation?

SPORTS OFFICIALS: What qualifications, training, and certification requirements are in place for referees (also called- officials) and staff to ensure they possess the necessary expertise to provide a safe and positive experience for participants? FACILITIES (A): playing surface-

FACILITIES (A): playing surface- outdoor: Are playing fields regularly inspected and maintained to prevent injuries from uneven/hazardous conditions? Are playing fields regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they are free from debris, stones, bottles, litter, and other hazards?

If indoor: Are the floors inside the facility, including those in gym areas, locker rooms, and hallways, regularly cleaned and maintained to prevent slipping hazards?

FACILITIES (B): AEDS- are there AEDs affixed and visible and in range of the sports playing area?

FACILITIES (C): Does the facility’s design, layout, and construction meet applicable building codes, safety standards, and accessibility requirements to minimize hazards?

In relation to sports- more specifically- are courts, including basketball and racquetball, positioned at a safe distance from walls and other obstacles to prevent player injury?

FACILITIES (D): if the building has a kitchen, are the staff properly trained in food handling, preparation, and storage practices in the facility’s cafeteria, concession stands, or other food service areas compliant with health and safety regulations to minimize the risk of foodborne illnesses?

FACILITIES (E): hydration: are there adequate opportunities for proper hydration (drinking fountains) at various points inside and outside of the building (outside meaning- all of the outdoor sports fields and the outdoor track)?