Observation

Majority of the candidates performed well in this question.

In part (a), majority of the candidates highlighted the safety precautions to be taken when on the field of play.

In part (b), majority of the candidates were able to state three signs of dislocation.

The expected answers are as follows:
SAFETY MEASURES TAKEN WHEN ON THE FIELD TO PREVENT SPORTS INJURIES

• The play-ground should be checked and cleared of any dangerous objects
• Athletes / participants should wear appropriate sportswear/protective gears/named
• Know the limits of one’s ability/good health
• Stop when tired
• Ensure availability of a first aid box
• Athletes / participants should be supervised
• Avoid the use of ornaments during performance
• Throwing area should be free from spectators/provision of barrier
• Progress from simple to complex/apply appropriate skills and techniques
• Proper warm-up
• Use standard equipment/facilities
• Strict adherence to the rules/enforce safety rules/good officiating.

(b)                 SIGNS OF DISLOCATION

• Severe pain at the joint
• Abnormal appearance / deformity/explained e.g affected limb may be shorter than the other
• Inability to move the joint/difficulty in movement
• Swelling and bruising of the joint