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Professionalism, Referrals, and EAPs

CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT). Professionalism, Referrals, and EAPs. Client safety and injury prevention: 6.1-6.8. Client Safety and Injury Prevention. Consider benefits versus risk

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Professionalism, Referrals, and EAPs

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  1. CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer(CSEP-CPT) Professionalism, Referrals, and EAPs CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  2. Client safety and injury prevention: 6.1-6.8 CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  3. Client Safety and Injury Prevention • Consider benefits versus risk • Relative risk is low, especially when compared to the health benefits associated with physical activity. • Lowest among young adults • Ensure adequate pre-screening and monitoring of client CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  4. Client Safety and Injury Prevention • Error on the side of caution • Mild-to-moderate exercise intensity at the start of a program • Excessive intensity, frequency and duration offer very little additional benefit in terms of health status • Avoid high-risk/contraindicated exercises • e.g. sit-ups with hands behind neck, full squats, back hyperextension, full neck rolls, standing toe touch CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  5. Emergency ProceduresKey Concepts: 6.9-6.11 CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  6. Facility & Equipment Standards • Consider • Flooring, mirrors, walls, exits, storage areas, lighting, etc. are maintained • Environmental factors are regulated (stereo volume, air temperature, etc.) • Safety & policy signs in clear view • Equipment is maintained (cleaned, functioning, intact, calibrated) CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  7. Emergency Action Plan • An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is required • Prepare to deal with cardiovascular and/or musculoskeletal complications • Written document with proper procedures for caring for injuries and dealing with emergencies • Conduct emergency drills and practice CPR scenarios on a routine basis • EAP should be clearly defined and posted in a visible location CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  8. Documentation, Administration, & ProfessionalismKey Concepts: 7.1-7.5 CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  9. Record Keeping • Keep records of • Cleaning & maintenance, • Safety procedures, • Manufacturer’s warranties and guidelines • Signed informed consent, PAR-Q, etc. • Personnel credentials • Injury report forms • Client data (fitness test results, exercise prescription, etc.) CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  10. Professional Development • Stay current on literature • CSEP position stands • ACSM position stands • PubMed • Attend conferences • CSEP, ACSM, etc. • Useful websites • www.csep.ca, www.acsm.org,www.canadian-health-network.ca/, www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ (health canada), www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/pau-uap/paguide/ (physical activity guide), www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/review-examen/index_e.html (canada food guide) CSEP - CPT Professionalism

  11. Confidentiality • Client data is confidential!!! CSEP - CPT Professionalism

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