It is incredibly important that both student-athletes and their parents take the time to learn the school’s Emergency Action Plan (EAP). Why? Based on a study published by the CDC in 2019, a child visits the emergency room for a sports-related injury every 12 seconds, with 66.5% of those falling in the 10-19 age range.


What is an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?

An emergency action plan is a written venue-specific plan that outlines what to do and who to call in the case of an emergency — medical, weather-related, active-shooter or otherwise. More specifically, it describes the personnel involved and their roles in an emergency, the communication process, emergency equipment location, transportation guidelines, and response times, among other things. Your school may have more than one EAP.

Whether practicing, playing a home game, or on the road, every team should be able to easily access their venue-specific EAP, which needs to be reviewed and maintained by a medical professional, such as an athletic trainer, as well as the school and any other institutions involved.


Why are EAPs important?

EAPs are critical to providing a quick, appropriate and coordinated response in the wake of an injury. Athletic trainers, EMTs, school administrators and coaches should all work together to practice what to do in case of an emergency at least once a year. This preparation ensures that everyone knows their role and correct actions in managing the situation.


What is Lake Braddock's Emergency Action Plan?

Click below to see all of Lake Braddock's facility-specific Emergency Action Plans, developed and updated by the Athletic Trainers. These documents are reviewed with all members of the coaching staff, the Activities office, and the Administration prior to the start of each season. They are also posted in each location for easy access by all members of the community.

Where are all of Lake Braddock's AEDs located?

Lake Braddock has eight (8) AEDs on-site. Four (4) of those devices can be found on the first floor, three (3) on the second floor, and one (1) with the Athletic Trainers. See the maps below to familiarize yourself with where the AEDs can be found.

  First Floor Map

  2nd Floor Map