IRVINE RANCH LITTLE LEAGUE
Spring 2016 Safety Manual
Preparedby:DanKezerle,IRLLSafetyOfficer
Irvine Ranch Little League
Keith Bangs, President
3972 Barranca Parkway - J
Irvine, California 92606-8291
Web site: irvineranchll.org
Table of Contents
IRLL Board of Directors - Spring 2016.....................................................1
IRLL Emergency Phone Numbers...........................................................3
ASAP........................................................................................................4
Safety Manual..........................................................................................4
Policy Statement......................................................................................4
Safety Officer...........................................................................................4
Code of Conduct......................................................................................4
Irvine Ranch Little League Code of Conduct............................................4
Let Players Catch……………………………………………………………..6
Safety Code.............................................................................................7
Volunteer Background Checks...............................................................10
First - Aid...............................................................................................11
First-Aid Kits.....................................................................................11
Safe Procedures ...............................................................................11
First Aid Kits: What goes in Them?........................................................12
Field Inspection......................................................................................13
Safe Playing Areas............................................................................13
Equipment Inspection.............................................................................13
Safe Equipment.................................................................................13
Facility Survey.........................................................................................14
League Player Registration………………………………………………….14
Qualified Safety Plan Registration Forms……..…………………………..14
Hey Coach: Have You?...........................................................................15
Basic Training.........................................................................................16
Keys to Training................................................................................16
Manager Training..........................................................................16
Player Training.............................................................................16
Dynamic Warm-up.........................................................................16
Agility Exercises............................................................................16
Suggested Warm Up’s………………………………………………………17
Keys to Conditioning..........................................................................18
Fitness conditioning.......................................................................18
Weight conditioning.......................................................................18
Pliometrics.................................................................................18
Agility drills.................................................................................19
Core strength training.....................................................................19
Concession Stand..................................................................................19
10 rules to concession stand safety......................................................19
Fight Bac……………………………………………………………......20
Barbeque Safety...............................................................................21
From the Store............................................................................21
Thaw Safely...............................................................................21
Transporting...............................................................................21
Keep Cold Food Cold.....................................................................21
Keep Everything Clean...................................................................21
Safe Minimum Internal Temperature.....................................................21
Cook Thoroughly..........................................................................21
Reheating..................................................................................21
Volunteers Must Wash Hands…………………………………………..23
Keep Hot Food Hot........................................................................23
Serving the Food..........................................................................23
Clean Hands for Clean Foods...........................................................23
Grill Storage/Safety.......................................................................23
Fire Extinguisher - PASS..................................................................24
Reporting Injuries..................................................................................25
What to report..................................................................................25
When to report....................................................................,............25
How to make the report.....................................................................25
What parents should know about Little League Insurance.......................26
Miscellaneous……………………………………………………………….27
Head Protection for Pitchers…………………………………………….27
I’ve Got It……………………………………………………………….28
Curve Balls, Catchers and Fatigue………………………………………29
Fundementaly Sound Ball……………………………………………….30
Good Procedures to Implement………………………………………….31
First Aid: Getting Ready…………………………………………………32
Equipment Checklist…………………………………………………….33
The Safety Officer……………………………………………………….34
Challenger Division Information……………………………………………35
Forms.....................................................................................................37
Accident Claim Form and Instructions...................................................38
General Liability Claim Form...............................................................42
Injury Tracking Form..........................................................................44
Medical Release Form.......................................................................45
Volunteer Application - First time Applicant............................................46
Volunteer Application - Returing Volunteer.............................................47
Signature Page
Acknowledgement of Receipt of Manual, Code of Conduct and Safety
Code...............................................................................................48
Notes Pages………………………………………………………………….49
Irvine Ranch Little League Board of Directors - Spring 2016
Role
IRLL Board Members
E-mail Address
President
Keith Bangs
rkbangs@cox.net
Vice President /Fall Ball
John Grijalva
johnrgrijalva@gmail.com
Chuck Varela
Charles.varela@gmail.com
Treasurer
Jonathan Werner
dukelawjon@gmail.com
Chief Umpire
Marc Pannier
Marc.pannier@barneyandbarney.com
Player Agent
Rachel Wagner
Rachel.baseball@gmail.com
Assistant Player Agent
Richard Rommelfanger
Richard.rommelfanger@gmail.com
Angels Day Cord.
Aimee Boschen
aimeeboschen@gmail.com
Equipment Manager /
Matt Sperling
Sperl9@gmail.com
Phoebe Maor
phoebemaor@gmail.com
Jim McKenzie
baseballcoachjim@gmail.com
Trophy Commissioner
Mike Henshaw
Mike.henshaw@yahoo.com
Fields Representative
Scott Arakawa
arakawabaseball@gmail.com
Sponsorship Director
Jim McKenzie
baseballcoachjim@gmail.com
Commissioner
Secretary / AAA
Commissioner
Chief Scorekeeper
Team Mom Coordinator /
Opening Day Coordinator
Uniforms Coordinator / A
Commissioner
Safety Officer / Rookie Ball Dan Kezerle
dankezerle12345@gmail.com
Commissioner
Snack-bar Manager
David Robidoux
drobidoux@kaliroy.com
Training Manager /
Doug Euper
dmeuper@yahoo.com
Challenger Division Com.
Chris Elliott
celliott@dsrg.com
Webmaster (NVM)
Oren Maor
orenmaor@gmail.com
Baseball Committee Chair
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Scheduler/Juniors
Carlos Candelaria
cacandelaria@live.com
AA Commissioner
Brent Shaver
bshaver@ivc.edu
Ice-Cream Commissioner
Scott Arakawa
Arakawa5@yahoo.com
T- Ball Commissioner
John Rubino
baseballcoachjohnr@gmail.com
At-large members
Eli Ralston
Mike Amundson
eralston@intrer.com
Baseball Committee
Doug Euper (Chair)
Mike Amundson
Richard Rommelfanger
Mike Henshaw
Rachel Wagner
Brent Shaver
dmeuper@yahoo.com
amundson29@hotmail.com
Richard.rommelfanger@gmail.com
mike.henshaw@yahoo.com
rachel.baseball@gmail.com
bshaver@ivc.edu
Intermediate Commissioner
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Irvine Ranch Little League Emergency Phone Numbers
Requirement 3
Emergency Medical Care
911
Police: Emergency
911
Police: Non-emergency (crime)
(949)724-7000
Police: Reporting
(949)724-7200
Fire Emergency
911
Orange County Sheriff
(714) 288-6742
Woodbridge Walk-In Family Care Center
(949) 857-1248
Sand Canyon Urgent Care
(949) 417-0272
Irvine Walk-In Medical Group
(949) 857-0290
IRLL President – Keith Bangs
(714) 423-8889
IRLL Safety Office - Dan Kezerle
(714) 743-6386
IRLL Chief Umpire - Marc Pannier
(949) 466-7819
Dist 55 Administrator - Tamara Linder
(949) 249-2232
Dist 55 Safety Officer Kimberly Schremp (949) 357-5591
ASAP 24 hour hotline
(800) 811-7443
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ASAP
A Safety Awareness Program
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n 1995, Little League introduced A Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) with a mission to increase
awareness of the opportunities to provide a safer environment for kids and all Little League
participants.
Safety Manual
Requirement 2
This manual is offered to all managers and “Team Moms” as a tool to place some important information
at manager’s and coach’s finger tips. This manual is provided to each team during the distribution of the
team equipment bags. It can also be found on line at www.irvineranchll.org. Or by emailing the safety
officer, who's email is: dankezerle12345@gmail.com.
Policy Statement
Irvine Ranch Little League (IRLL) is a non-profit organization run by volunteers. Its mission is to
provide an opportunity for our community’s children to learn the game of baseball in a safe and friendly
environment.
Safety Officer
Requirement 1
Safety Officer for Irvine Ranch Little League is Dan Kezerle, his contact numbers are (714) 743-6386, cell
and (949) 262-3462, home. Email: dankezerle12345@gmail.com. Cell phone is best contact #.
Code of Conduct
Requirement 13
The Board of Directors of Irvine Ranch Little League has mandated the following Code of Conduct. All
coaches and managers will read this Code of Conduct and sign the form provided at the end of this
document acknowledging that he or she understands and agrees to comply with the Code of Conduct.
Irvine Ranch Little League Code of Conduct:
No Board Member, Manager, Coach, Player or Spectator shall:
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At any time, lay a hand upon, push, shove, strike, or threaten to strike an official.
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Be guilty of heaping personal verbal or physical abuse upon any official for any real or imaginary
belief of a wrong decision or judgment.
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Be guilty of an objectionable demonstration of dissent at an official’s decision by throwing of
gloves, helmets, and hats, bats, balls, or any other forceful unsportsmanlike action.
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Be guilty of using unnecessarily rough tactics in the play of a game against the body of an
opposing player.
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Be guilty of a physical attack upon any board member, official manager, coach, player, or
spectator.
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Be guilty of the use of profane, obscene, or vulgar language in any manner at any time.
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Appear on the field of play, stands, or anywhere on the IRLL complex while in an intoxicated
state at any time. Intoxicated will be defined as an odor or behavior issue.
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Be guilty of gambling upon any play or outcome of any game with anyone at any time.
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Smoke while in the stands or on the playing field or in any dugout at any time. Smoking will only
be permitted in designated areas, which will be 20 feet from any spectator stands or dugouts.
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Be guilty of discussing publicly with spectators in a derogatory or abusive manner any play,
decision, or a personal opinion on any players during the game.
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As a manager or coach be guilty of mingling with or fraternizing with spectators during the
course of the game.
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Speak disrespectfully to any manager, coach, official or representative of the league.
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Be guilty of tampering or manipulation of any league rosters, schedules, draft positions or
selections, official score books, rankings, financial records or procedures.
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Be guilty of challenging an umpire’s authority. The umpires shall have the authority and discretion
during a game to penalize the offender according to the infraction up to and including removal
from the game.
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All managers and coaches will follow all Little League & IRLL rules of play and rules of safety.
The Board of Directors will review all infractions of the IRLL Code of Conduct. Depending on the
seriousness or frequency, the board may assess additional disciplinary action up to and including
expulsion from the league.
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Safety Code
The Board of Directors of Irvine Ranch Little League has mandated the following Safety Code. All
managers and coaches will read this Safety Code and then read it to the coaches and players on their
team. Managers and coaches must sign the form at the end of this document acknowledging they
understand and agree to comply with the Safety Code.
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Responsibility for safety procedures belongs to every adult member of IRLL.
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Each player, manager, designated coach, umpire, shall use proper reasoning and care to prevent
injury to him/her and to others.
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Managers must have medical release forms available.
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Managers and designated coaches will have mandatory training in First Aid.
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First-aid kits are issued to each team manager during the pre-season and the manager will keep
supplies current. Additional supplies can be obtained from the Safety Officer and at the
concession stand.
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No games or practices will be held when weather or field conditions are poor, particularly when
lighting is inadequate. (Mudd line number is 949-724-6833).
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Play area will be inspected before games and practices for holes, damage, stones glass and other
foreign objects.
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Team equipment should be stored within the team dugout or behind screens, and not within the
area defined by the umpires as in play.
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Only players, managers, coaches and umpires are permitted on the playing field or in the dugout
during games and practice sessions.
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Responsibility for keeping bats and loose equipment off the field of play should be that of a
player assigned for this purpose or the team’s manager and designated coaches.
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During warm up drills, players should be spaced so that no one is endangered by wild throws or
missed catches.
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All pre-game warm-ups should be performed within the confines of the playing field and not
within areas that are frequented by, and thus endangering spectators, (i.e., playing catch, pepper,
swinging bats etc.)
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Equipment should be inspected regularly for the condition of the equipment as well as for proper
fit. Notify equipment manager if equipment is missing, broken or worn out.
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Batters must wear Little League approved protective helmets during batting practice and games.
No stickers, labels, tape or cracks in or on the helmet allowed at anytime. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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Except when a runner is returning to a base, head first, slides are not permitted.
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During sliding practice, bases should not be strapped down or anchored.
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At no time should “horse play” be permitted on the playing field.
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Parents of players who wear glasses should be encouraged to provide “safety glasses” for their
children.
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On deck batters are not permitted.
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Once a ball has become discolored, it will be discarded.
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Male catchers must wear the metal, fiber or plastic type cup and a long-model chest protector.
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Managers are to encourage male players to wear athletic supporters or cups during games and
practices.
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Female catchers must wear long or short model chest protectors.
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All catchers must wear chest protectors with neck collar, throat guard, shin guards and catcher’s
helmet, all of which must meet Little League specifications and standards.
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All catchers must wear a mask, “dangling” type throat protector and catcher’s helmet during
practice, pitcher warm-up, and games. Note: Skullcaps are not permitted.
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Shoes with metal spikes or cleats are not permitted in Majors or below. Shoes with molded cleats
are permissible.
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Players will not wear watches, rings, pins, jewelry or other metallic items during practices or
games. (Exception: Jewelry that alerts medical personnel to a specific condition is permissible and
this must be taped in place.)
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No food or drink, at any time, in the dugouts. (Exception: bottle water, Gatorade and water from
drinking fountains.)
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Catchers must wear a catcher’s mitt (not a first baseman’s mitt or fielder’s glove) of any shape,
size or weight consistent with protecting the hand.
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Catchers may not catch, whether warming up a pitcher, in practices, or games without wearing
full catcher’s gear and an athletic cup as described above.
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Managers will never leave an unattended child at a practice or game.
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No children under the age of 16 are permitted in the Snack Bar.
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Never hesitate to report any present or potential safety hazard to the IRLL Safety Officer.
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Make arrangements to have a cellular phone available when a game or practice is at a facility that
does not have public phones.
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Speed Limit is 5 miles per hour in roadways and parking lots.
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No alcohol or drugs allowed on the premises at any time.
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No medication will be taken at the facility unless administered directly by the child’s parent. This
includes aspirin and Tylenol.
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No playing in the parking lots at any time.
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No smoking within twenty feet of the dugouts and concession stands.
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No chewing tobacco allowed in any parking lot, field, or common areas within an Irvine Ranch
Little League complex.
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No swinging bats or throwing baseballs at any time within the walkways and common areas of
the complex.
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No throwing rocks.
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No climbing fences.
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No swinging, running or playing on dugout roofs.
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Observe all posted signs.
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Players and spectators should be alert at all times for foul balls and errant throws.
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All gates to the fields must remain closed at all times. After players have entered or left the
playing field, gates should be closed and secured.
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Bicycle helmets must be worn at all times when riding bicycles on the premises as well as to and
from the premises.
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Use crosswalks when crossing roadways. Always be alert for traffic.
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No one is allowed on the complex with open wounds at any time. Wounds should be treated and
properly bandaged.
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There is no running allowed in the bleachers.
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Procedure should be established for retrieving foul balls batted out of the playing area.
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Have one coach or manager in dugout at all times.
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Volunteers must fill out Little League Volunteer Application Form.
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Managers and coaches are not allowed to catch pitchers (Rule 3.09); this includes standing at the
backstop during practices acting as an informal catcher for batting practice.
Volunteer Background Checks
Requirement 4
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 15, 2008) – Little League Baseball and Softball is the first and only national
youth baseball program to require background checks on its volunteers. For such piece of mind to be
effective, local leagues must stay true to the intent of the regulation.
Dan Kirby, Director of Risk Management for Little League Baseball and Softball, has spoken to
thousands of volunteers about the importance of completing the required background checks on all
volunteers with repetitive access to children.
“The reality is, we really don’t know everyone who is living in our communities and neighborhoods,” Mr.
Kirby said. “Everyone knows that Little Leagues must do the checks as part of a person’s eligibility to be
considered as a volunteer, but too many leagues may not be doing the checks properly. We’ve found
through our partnership with LexisNexis that for every 100 completed background checks, 14 percent
discover criminal offenses.”
Irvine Ranch uses First Advantage to run background checks. The Safety Officer will collect all volunteer
forms and administer the on-line review of each volunteer. The forms will be kept on file by the league
for up to three after the season ends.
As stated on Pages 12-13 of the 2012 Little League Baseball Rule Book:
VOLUNTEER ELIGIBILITY
As a condition of service to the league, all managers, coaches, Board of Directors members and any other
persons, volunteers or hired workers, who provide regular service to the league and/or have repetitive
access to, or contact with players or teams, must annually complete and submit an official “Little League
Volunteer Application” to the local league president. Annual background screenings must be completed
prior to the applicant assuming his/her duties for the current season. Refusal to annually submit a fully
completed “Little League Volunteer Application” must result in the immediate dismissal of the individual
from the local league. (See Regulation 1 (b) and 1 (c) 8 and 9.)
This regulation has been in place since 2004, and includes the stipulation that no league shall permit any
person to participate in a league in any manner whose background check reveals a conviction or guilty
plea for a crime against a minor.
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“The background checks were put in because we believe there was, and is, a necessity,” Mr. Kirby said.
“We need all local leagues to take this same level of responsibility and accountability with the choices they
make on behalf of the children and volunteers in their leagues.”
First –Aid
First Aid Kits
Requirement 12
First Aid Kits will be furnished to each team at the beginning of the season as part of the distribution of
equipment bags. The First Aid Kit will become part of the Team’s equipment package and shall be taken
to all practices, batting cage practices, games (whether season or post-season) and any other IRLL event
where children’s safety is at risk.
To replenish materials in the Team First Aid Kit, the Manager, designated coaches or Team Mom can
contact the league Safety Office. There will also be extra First Aid Kits available at the Las Lomas Park
Concession Stand.
Safe Procedures
Requirement 6
Safety and First-Aid knowledge of managers, coaches, umpires and League officials is very important.
First-aid training will be provided by the league at the beginning of each season. This mandatory training
will take place on or before February 8, 2016. Managers and coaches are required to attend. Training
qualifies a volunteer for three years but one team representative must attend the training each year.
Training with be held at a location to be determined by the league. All managers and coaches will be
notified by the league once the date and location is set. In addition managers and coaches must:
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Have all players’ medical release forms with you at every practice and game
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Have a first aid kit with you all practices and games
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Have access to a telephone in case of emergencies
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Ensure warm-up procedures have been completed by all players
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Stress the importance of paying attention, no “horse playing allowed”
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Instruct the players on proper fundamentals of the game to ensure safe participation
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Each practice should have at least 2 coaches in case of an emergency
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Field Inspection
Requirement 7
Safe Playing Areas
Regular safety inspections of all fields, (practice and game), structures, and dugouts, is the best way to
eliminate conditions that cause accidents. Managers, coaches, and umpires are required to check playing
area prior to the game for:
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Holes, damage, rough or uneven spots, slippery areas, and long grass
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Glass, rocks, foreign objects
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Damage to screens or fences, including holes, sharp edges, or loose edges
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Unsafe conditions around backstop, pitcher’s mound, or warning track
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Proper attire by the catcher at all times, including in the bull-pens and in between innings
Any issues with the condition of the field should be addressed before play continues. Issues beyond
immediate repair of people on-hand must be reported to the Safety Officer so the City of Irvine can be
advised and action taken.
Equipment Inspection
Requirement 10
Safe Equipment
All equipment shall be inspected before each use. Regular safety inspection of equipment is essential.
Managers, coaches, and umpires should:
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Be sure all equipment is Little League approved
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Inspect all bats, helmets, and other equipment on a regular basis. Dispose of unsafe equipment
properly.
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Keep loose equipment stored properly
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Have all players remove all personal jewelry
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Parents should be encouraged to provide safety glasses for players who wear glasses
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Repair or replace defective equipment
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Facility Survey
Requirement 8
The Safety Director of Irvine Ranch Little League will perform facility surveys. We will use the survey to
look for concerns and ways to improve the facilities. The survey will look at the fields, bleachers, fences,
lighting, and parking. This information will be used year after year to track and note changing conditions.
League Player Registration
Requirement #15
Player, manager and coach data must be supplied to Little League International annually.
League Player Registration Data or Player Roster Data, which also includes Coach and Manager Data,
must be submitted separately through the Little League Baseball Data Center on or before April 1,
2016. The Player Agent will be responsible for this task.
Qualified Safety Plan Registration Form
Requirement #14
This safety plan must be registered with Little League International annually. The Registration form
can be found on the Little League International website and must accompany the submission of this
safety plan. The Safety Officer will be responsible for this task. Note: This document is included
under separate cover and provided to League President for review and submission to District.
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Basic Training
Requirement 5
Manager Training
Irvine Ranch Little League believes that a good, knowledgeable coach is fundamental to the success of
the league and to the participants. The league keeps all managers, coaches and other interested volunteers
updated with manager training sessions offered in the area. IRLL also hosts its own manager skills
training session at the beginning of every season to update the coaches on proper coaching techniques.
Player Training
When it comes to player training IRLL follows the examples set by Michele Smith, two-time Gold Medal
winner with the USA women's softball team. Below are some of her recommendations for pre-game
warm-ups for the kids and also long term condition programs.
“It is just as important to take care of your body off the field as on it,” Michele said. “If you’re in good
condition, you have better reactions to hit the ball faster and farther.”
Being in shape is just good sense for playing your best. But did you know recent studies also show that
athletes that are in good physical condition experience fewer injuries than those who aren’t?
Dynamic Warm-Up
“I encourage coaches to begin any practice or game with a dynamic warm-up,” Michele stated. For
younger players, 10 minutes total of blood-pumping, body-moving activity can help raise the body’s core
temperature and loosen up muscles for the practice or game. Older players may need 15 minutes of
warm-up. These are not static stretching exercises, but active dynamic warm-ups.
Agility Exercises
Start by having players run from foul pole to foul pole, then do some agility exercises:
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High knees (short jog, lift knees high),
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Butt kicks (short jog, try to kick feet backwards up toward bottom),
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Karaoke run (crossover steps laterally),
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Jumping jacks (standard),
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Arm windmills (forward and reverse),
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Neck circles (left & right, full rotation).
“The goal is to work on all the body parts: trunk, arms, legs and neck,” Michele said. “Muscles stretch
more easily if the body is warmed up properly before you stretch.”
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Keys to conditioning:
Michele notes you should not get too serious too early with conditioning for the younger players. Most
kids 5-8 years old are getting all the exercise they need to build their muscles to play by playing, and don’t
need conditioning workouts.
Graduate the amount and intensity of workouts for the age of the participants. Developing good,
moderate training habits with the players will help them as they grow.
Fitness conditioning
For fitness training, Michele stresses fundamental exercises that everyone can do like jogging, biking,
aerobics and anything that gets the cardio-vascular sysem pumping blood. Sustaining elevated heart and
lung functions helps the body prepare for hard exercise, like games, and increases the body’s ability to
function at this increased activity level for longer periods. Fitness training also is beneficial for weight
management, for more sedentary players.
Weight conditioning
Weight training should be undertaken only for those 12 years of age or older, as younger bodies are still
growing and developing. Placing too much stress on growth plates and other fragile areas through weight
training can cause developmental injuries.
For the older athlete, weight training offers increased lean body mass for higher metabolism and healthier,
stronger muscles. All major muscle groups should be worked: chest, arms, shoulders, back and legs.
Examples:
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Chest — bench press, flies
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Arms — biceps curls, triceps extensions
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Shoulders — military press, dips, shrugs
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Back — rows, pull-downs
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Legs — squats, leg curls, leg extensions
Plyometric
This is explosive training to increase the player’s bounding abilities, and overall speed and energy. While
many weight programs train the muscles for slow, strong movement, plyometric trains the muscles to
have faster, explosive force, especially important in the pitching motion.
Examples:
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Single leg bounds — hopping up and down on one leg
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Standing broad jumps — jump forward
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Lateral jumps — jump to the sides
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Vertical jumps — jump straight up
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Jump-tucks — jump up and pull knees to chest
Agilities drills
These are important to strengthening connective muscles, those around ankles and knees especially.
Agility drills help develop “fast twitch” muscles, which allow changes in direction, quick hands, and also
“builds body awareness in spatial relationship,” Michele explained, meaning the player understands better
where they are on the field and where to move to reach the ball or tag a base.
Examples are foot drills like running a dual line of tires, doing the karaoke step (cross-over step running
sideways), as well as hand drills for catching and tossing the ball quickly.
Core strength training
“The core (abdominals and back) is important for body strength in playing ball since players push off the
ground in throwing, fielding, running and especially hitting and pitching,” said Michele. “The player is
transferring their strength and movement from the upper body to the lower body and vice versa in all
these movements.”
Good basic exercises for the core are: sit-ups, crunches and leg elevations, and “super-mans” or hyperextensions for the back (reverse sit-ups).
Concession Stand
Requirement 9
10 rules to concession stand safety:
1. No person under the age of sixteen (16) will be allowed behind the counter in the concession
stand.
2. Volunteers working in the concession stands will be trained in safe food preparation.
3. Cooking equipment will be inspected periodically and repaired if need be.
4. Cleaning chemicals must be stored in a locked container.
5. A fire extinguisher must be placed in plain sight at all times.
6. All concession stand workers are to be trained on the use of fire extinguishers.
7. A fully stocked First Aid Kit will be placed in the Concession stand.
8. Food not purchased by IRLL will not be cooked, prepared, or sold.
9. Trash receptacles will be emptied at the end of the day.
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10. Turn off lights and lock door when closing.
Barbeque Safety
It is important to follow food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing
food borne illness. Use these simple guidelines for grilling food safely.
From the Store
When shopping, buy cold food like meat and poultry last, right before checkout. Separate raw meat and
poultry from other food in your shopping cart. To guard against cross-contamination — which can
happen when raw meat or poultry juices drip on other food — put packages of raw meat and poultry into
plastic bags. Place meat and poultry in the refrigerator immediately. Freeze poultry and ground meat that
won't be used in 1 or 2 days; freeze other meat within 4 to 5 days.
Thaw Safely
Completely thaw meat and poultry before grilling so it cooks more evenly. Use the refrigerator for slow,
safe thawing or thaw sealed packages in cold water. You can microwave defrost if the food will be placed
immediately on the grill.
Transporting
When carrying food to another location, keep it cold to minimize bacterial growth. Use an insulated
cooler with sufficient ice or ice packs to keep the food at 40°F or below. Pack food right from the
refrigerator into the cooler immediately before leaving home.
Keep Cold Food Cold
Keep meat and poultry refrigerated until ready to use. Only take out the meat and poultry that will
immediately be placed on the grill. When using a cooler, keep it out of the direct sun by placing it in the
shade or shelter. Avoid opening the lid too often, which lets cold air out and warm air in. Pack beverages
in one cooler and perishables in a separate cooler.
Keep Everything Clean
Be sure there are plenty of clean utensils and platters. To prevent food borne illness, don't use the same
platter and utensils for raw and cooked meat and poultry. Harmful bacteria present in raw meat and
poultry and their juices can contaminate safely cooked food.
Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures
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Poultry breasts: 165 °F
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Hamburgers, beef: Medium 160 °F, Medium rare 145 °F
• All cuts of pork: 160 °F
Cook Food Thoroughly
Cook food to a safe minimum internal temperature to destroy harmful bacteria. Meat and poultry cooked
on a grill often browns very fast on the outside. Use a food thermometer to be sure the food has reached
a safe minimum internal temperature.
NEVER partially grill meat or poultry and finish cooking later.
Reheating
When reheating fully cooked meats like hot dogs, grill to 165 °F or until steaming hot.
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Keep Hot Food Hot
After cooking meat and poultry on the grill, keep it hot until served — at 140 °F or warmer. Keep
cooked meats hot by setting them to the side of the grill rack, not directly over the coals where they could
overcook.
Serving the Food
When taking food off the grill, use a clean platter. Don't put cooked food on the same platter that held
raw meat or poultry. Any harmful bacteria present in the raw meat juices could contaminate safely cooked
food. In hot weather (above 90 °F), food should never sit out for more than 1 hour.
Clean Hands for Clean Foods
Wash hands and surfaces often. Bacteria can be spread throughout the kitchen and get onto hands,
cutting boards, utensils, counter tops and food.
Wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food and
after using the bathroom, changing diapers and handling pets.
Wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops with hot soapy water after preparing each
food item and before you go on to the next food.
Consider using paper towels to clean up kitchen surfaces. If you use cloth towels wash them often in the
hot cycle of your washing machine.
Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running tap water, including those with skins and rinds that are
not eaten. Rub firm-skin fruits and vegetables under running tap water or scrub with a clean vegetable
brush while rinsing with running tap water.
Grill Storage/safety
The cooking grill is stored at the Dove Creek snack bar. When taking out or putting away, make sure the
tank is secured with the latch. Clean the grill as you go with the wire brush so that there are no food
particles stuck to the cooking surface. Also keep grill surfaces lightly coated with cooking oil to make
clean up much easier.
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Fire Extinguisher - PASS
Think PASS!
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Pull the Pin at the top of the extinguisher. The pin releases a locking mechanism and will allow
you to discharge the extinguisher.
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Aim at the base of the fire, not the flames. This is important - in order to put out the fire, you
must extinguish the fuel.
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Squeeze the lever slowly. This will release the extinguishing agent in the extinguisher. If the
handle is released, the discharge will stop.
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Sweep from side to side. Using a sweeping motion, move the fire extinguisher back and forth
until the fire is completely out. Operate the extinguisher from a safe distance, several feet away,
and then move towards the fire once it starts to diminish. Be sure to read the instructions on your
fire extinguisher - different fire extinguishers recommend operating them from different
distances. Remember: Aim at the base of the fire, not at the flames!!!!
Reporting injuries
Requirement 11
In case of the unfortunate situation of an injury or accident which takes place during a league sanctioned
even such as practice or a game, Little League requires all incidents to be documented with the league.
Little League provides supplemental insurance for injuries occurred by players, coaches or volunteers to
cover out-of-pocket expenses that may arise due to the incident.
What to report
An incident that causes any player, manager, coach, umpire, or volunteers to receive medical treatment
and/or first aid must be reported to the league Safety Officer. This includes even passive treatment such
as the evaluation and diagnosis of the extent of the injury or periods of rest. In an attempt to prevent
injuries, please also report any unsafe field or playing conditions or near misses to the league Safety
Officer.
When to report
All such incidents described above must be reported to the Safety Officer within 24-48 hours of the
incident. The Safety Officer for 2016 is Dan Kezerle and can be reached via cell phone at (714) 743-6386
or home phone at (949) 262-3462 or by email at dankezerle12345@gmail.com.
How to make the report
To document an incident please use the Little League Accident Notification Form which can be found
on page 38 of this manual or on the IRLL website (irvineranchll.org). The completed form must be
turned into the league Safety Officer. Instructions for filling out the form are found on page 40 of this
manual.
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What parents should know about Little League Insurance
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Head Protection for Pitchers
Irvine Ranch Little League
IRLL cannot recommend one of these options over another. However, for added
safety and parent / coach piece of mind, please consider sharing these options for
pitcher head protection with your players and parents:
1)
www.sstbaseball.com - Kevlar inserts that go inside the hat.
2)
www.isoblox.com/products - Skull cap that goes under the pitchers regular hat.
3)
www.sportsguardinc.com/index.php - Insert into cap that looks fairly discrete.
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Forms
On the following pages you will find the following forms pertaining to accidents, injuries and
volunteering.
1. Accident Claim Form and Instructions - All accidents need to be reported to the league and
safety officer.
2. General Liability Claim Form - This form needs to be filled out concerning all injuries and sent
to Little League Headquarters in Williamsport, PA.
3. Injury Tracking Form - Survey concerning each accident to gather information internally
concerning accidents. Needs to be turned into the league.
4. Medical Release Form - Must be filled out by guardian of all players. This form must be carried
by Manager at all times during play.
5. Volunteer Application Form - Must be filled out by all volunteers associated with little league,
managers, assistant coaches, team moms, etc.
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Signature Page
Acknowledgment of Receipt of Manual, Code of Conduct, and Safety Code
I understand that it is my responsibility to read, understand, and follow the policies and practices
explained in the Safety Manual and I agree to comply with them. I further understand that this Safety
Manuel is designed solely to provide me with a guide to the present policies and practices of Irvine Ranch
Little League.
Manager’s Name (printed): ____________________
Manager’s Signature: _________________________
DATE: ___________________
Remove the signature page and return to Safety Director at the Safety Meeting
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