Safety Info
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Air Quality
Air quality can fluctuate quickly. The air quality has been very different in certain locations. We are asking our managers to check AQI via purpleair.com for the location closest to the practice/game that day. Our Managers are instructed to cancel games/practices if AQI is around 151 or higher. If the AQI is 100-150, practices/games will be optional for players. If the AQI is less than 100 consider the practice/game schedule as usual. Generally, we ask our managers to check the AQI at about 3 pm for weekday practices and 1-2 hours prior to weekend practices/games. They should provide you an update via TeamSnap with instructions on how to proceed around that time.
We realize that a lower AQI could quickly change into a much higher number while the players are at the field. Please know that if you would rather keep your child home and not take the risk, your coaches are fully supportive of your decision. The AQI could also decrease significantly after our decision has been made, leaving you wondering why we cancelled. We have to inform both parents and coaches in advance to provide time for planning and driving.
Concussion Information
Concussion and head injuries are a very real risk in sports. It is crucial to know the symptoms of a concussion, how to treat it, when to seek help from a doctor or ER, and how to prevent them.
California law requires all coaches to be certified and complete a concussion training similar to the one linked below. All parents also must acknowledge the risks and a form has been embedded in the registration. During registration, the link was provided and you were required to acknowledge the risk of concussions. If you have any questions regarding safety or concussions, you should email Safety@livermorelittleleague.com. If your player was injured and requires medical attention, you must also email our safety officer at the above email. Little League provides supplemental insurance where necessary.
If you suspect a concussion or see symptoms, seek medical attention right away.
https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html
Abuse Training
According to California law, managers and coaches are named as "mandated reporters." This is true for all youth sports programs, not only baseball. Livermore Little League supports this and has a zero tolerance for abuse of any kind toward any youth in our league.
What does this mean? - It means if a child discloses or you have a reasonable suspicion of abuse (physical or sexual), you have a legal obligation to report that information within 24 hours of knowing.
How do I report this? - Call CPS (Child Protective Services) or visit the website on how to file a written report.
For more information:
USA Baseball Abuse Awareness for Adults (30 minute training strongly encouraged for all coaches)
CPS Website -To file a report.
Safety Officer: Safety@livermorelittleleague.com