The text lists 16 steps you can take to avoid legal wrongdoing. List 8 of them

Answer 1

(1) Do not allow a patient, client, or athlete to begin any program without obtaining a signed informed consent and liability release. (2) Agree upon fees/costs and put them in writing before the start of services. (3) Make sure adequate facilities are available for both male and female athletes. (4) All efforts should be made to avoid being alone in a room with an athlete or patient to avoid the suggestion of inappropriate behavior. (5) Keep detailed notes about all professional activities. (6) Become familiar with the products and supplies used, and read all manufacturer's warnings and disclaimers; make sure the athletes or patients are aware of them. (7) Develop an emergency action plan for every sport. (8) Consider all the sports involved in the athletic program, not just the ones that are conducted on a court or field, when developing emergency action plans. (9) Follow appropriate procedures on all injury assessments. (10) Ensure supervision of all athletes during treatment modalities, whether in the clinic or on the sidelines, and make sure those performing the treatment modalities are aware of any health conditions the athlete may have. (11) Educate the coaches regarding up-to-date training techniques. (12) Conduct pre- and post-season reviews of past years and seasons, and learn from both the positive and negative events that occurred. (13) Create a daily approach to safety; make a daily checklist for key items of concern. (14) Create a safety committee. (15) Know personal limitations. (16) Be aware of changes in standards of care and any other changes that affect your field of work.