Player Welfare Policies
Smoke Pollution
MUSC follow the guidelines provided by the Australian Institute of Sport.
https://ais.gov.au/position_statements#smoke_pollution_and_exercise
EPA AirWatch: https://www.epa.vic.gov.au/for-community/airwatch
Heat
MUSC follow the guidelines provided by Sports Medicine Australia.
https://sma.org.au/resources-advice/policies-and-guidelines/hot-weather/
Lightning
MUSC adopts the 30-30 Rule:
30 Seconds: When lightning is sighted, count the time until thunder is heard. If that time is 30 seconds or less, the thunderstorm is within 10km and is dangerous. Outdoor activities should be suspended.
30 Minutes: After hearing the last rumble of thunder, wait 30 minutes. Outdoor activities can resume.
Concussion protocol
MUSC follows the most current guidelines provided by Football Australia.
Additional resource: Concussion Sport Australia