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SAFETY
USA FOOTBALL HEADS UP CERTIFICATION​
All Vikings Coach's are certified yearly by USA Football in both Tackle and Heads UP courses. We maintain a Player Safety Coach who is responsible for our compliance with core Heads Up Football® health and safety protocols, including coaching certification and conducting safety clinics for coaches, parents and players.
FIRST AID, CPR & AED TRAINING
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Viking coaches & staff certify each year in First Aid, CPR and AED hand on courses, many hold American Red Cross certification. Due to the generosity of business and private donors the organization has several AED's on hand in case an emergency arises. Please let your players coach know if you are trained or would like to be AED/CPR certified. Classes are held yearly.
HEAT SAFETY & HYDRATION
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During the summer months please ensure your child is properly hydrated before practice and games. Players must bring their own water and sports drinks. Encouragement from parents to drink fluids before practice and games is essential. Remind your child to drink fluids after activity to replace fluids lost during practice & games. The Vikings Staff takes player safety very seriously; please note the Terps Heat Advisory Policy we use as a guide for activities during the hot summer months. The Heat Index is measured one hour prior to practice start time, in the event practice is cancelled we will send out a message at that time. Be sure to connect to our Social Media pages and check the website for practice cancellations.
