Available Resources from the RFANS office ABCs of Facility Maintenance Recreation Facility Assoc. of NS. Includes topcis such as today's facility operators; cleaning basics; washrooms; hard floor care; carpet care; specialized cleaning; stock & inventory; health & safety; and tips & tricks. (212 pages) Approved Product list - January 2000 The Master Painters Institute (MPI). A list of approved products according to the quality standards in the painting and coating application industries, principally in the US and Canada. (72 pages) Arena Operations Manual March 1996; NSCC, I.W. Akerley Campus Arena Includes job descriptions; daily duties; checklists and procedures for rental; and security. Also includes safety issues. Approx. (30 pages) Arena Operations Manual ON Recreation Facilities Assoc. Inc. City of London (ON): Environmental Services Facility Operations. A typical Arena Operations Manual. Binder - (Approx. 250 Pages) Atlantic Recreation Directory 1997; Recreation and Parks Association of New Brunswick. Includes directories of regional offices; recreation directors; municipalities; sport and recreation organizations; Health and Education coordinators; National Associations; National and Provincial Parks, and News Media. (138 Pages) Atlantic Recreation Facility Directory Feb, 1999; Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia. A quick reference for individuals as well as facilities within the Atlantic Recreation Facility community. Listings for Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, and PEI. The directory is broken into Arenas, Aquatic Facilities and Recreation Departments. (108 Pages) British Columbia Sports Field Maintenance and Standards 1990; Recreation Facility Management of British Columbia. Includes topics such as acceptable surfaces by support regulation, main categories of natural sports fields and ideal sport conditions. Also includes a discussion of maintenance equipment and 'State of the Art' vs. Budget realities. (103 Pages) Building Toward Breakthroughs in Injury Control. A Legislative Perspective... Health Canada. A report on legislative dealings with children and youth safety, accident prevention and it's effectiveness. (85 Pages) Contracts and Contract Laws in Recreation Facilities Rob Stagg, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia. Topics include the nature and explanations of contracts, contract concerns for recreation facilities, for everything from the Swangard Stadium Rental Agreement to Program Instructor Agreements. Also includes case studies and tips. (54 Pages) Corporate Sponsorship in Recreation Jim Davies, Patti Minor, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia, NF & Labrador Parks and Recreation. Topics include soliciting sponsorship; establishing policy; defining objectives and needs; preparing strategy; developing presentation; outlining potential benefits; contracts and negotiation; follow-up and sponsor recognition. Also includes samples and tips. (109 Pages) Design, Installation and Maintenence of Play Spaces Michelle Davies, Timothy Turner, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia. Topics include budget and component selection; people, tools, materials, method, timing and financing; responsibility, program records, visual inspections and vandalism. (109 Pages) Developing Recreational Trails in NS 1998; NS Trails Federation. Purpose is to assist the efforts of trail developers and operators by providing information about the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and management of trails for recreation on land. Binder - (Approx. 100 pages) Guide on the Safety of Children's Play Spaces and Equipment 1994; Dominque LeSage, Injury Prevention Team, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia. Includes a description of injuries related to the use of playground equipment; major risks; explanation of inspection checklist; and a sample checklist. Intended to be a guide for municipalities and organizations concerning the purchase of playground equipment. (89 Pages) Guidelines for Public Skating in Ontario ON Recreation Facilities Assoc. Inc. A guideline to assist Facility Owners and Personnel in running a safe and enjoyable program for its users. (10 Pages) Guidelines for the Quality of Air in Arena Facilities (in Alberta) Recreation Facility Personnel. Includes info on Carbon Monoxide and Nitrogen Dioxide; maximum levels of exposure; establishing and documenting and Air Quality Program; tips on control measures, training, building design and monitoring. Includes samples and bulletins. 16 Pages. Guidelines for the Quality of Air in Arena Facilities in Alberta AB Assoc. of Recreation Facility Personnel. The minimum standards necessary for safe arena operations. View Guidelines online. These guidelines do not supercede or circumvent any existing or pending legislation within the Province of Alberta. (9 pages) Harassment in Sports; A Guide to Policies, Procedures and Resources Canadian Athlete's Association. Topics include a definition of harassment; harassment and the law; myths and facts; common Q & A; The Necessity of Harassment Policies; as well as strategies for implimenting a harrassment policy. (31 Pages) Indoor Ice Arenas: Humidity Caused Problems and Suggested Solutions Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, AB Recreations and Parks; Interprovincial Sport and Recreation Council, National... Topics include discussions of typical indoor ice arenas; typical problems reported by owners/operators; discussion of leaking roof, insulation, metal and concrete wall structure; insulation liner; rusting of metal building elements; and energy considerations. (34 Pages) Joint Health and Safety Commitees: A Practical Guide... NS Department of Labour, Occupational Health and Safety Division. A guide to forming and maintaining a Health and Safety Committee. (24 Pages) Legal Liability and Risk Management; A Resource Manual... Susan F. Goodman, Humber College, and Ian McGregor, Ph.D., University of Toronto. An in-depth explanation of the rights and responsibilities involved with liability and risk management. Describes negligence, liability, defenses, and risk management. Includes case studies, charts and graphs. (83 Pages) This manual can be purchased for $30.00 CND. Click here to request order information. Maintenance Repainting The Master Painters Institute (MPI). An information manual indentifying defects and failures in painting. 28 Pages. Maintenance Repainting Manual 1998; The Master Painters Institute (MPI). A much more detailed manual including indentifiers, exterior assesment, and interior assesment. Also guide specifications, products, responsibilities, standards, quality assurance and a glossary. Binder - Approx. 350 Pages. Municipal Alcohol Policy, Liability, Prosecution and Risk Minimization... 1996; Addiction Research Foundation. A guide detailing the precautions, responsibilities and risks of renting municipal facilities. Topics include the growing risks; when can municipalities be sued?; Municipalities' rights and obligations; developing a municipal alcohol policy, and more. (16 Pages) Natural Turf Vs. Artificial Turf; A Comparative Study 1995; Steve Caron, Michael Fox, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia. Topics include climate factors; design alternatives; design considerations, common problems, the artificial surface; committment, athletic concerns, community concerns, joint-use partnerships and capital costs. (63 pages) Outdoor Pursuits Programming - Legal Liability and Risk Management 1991; Glenda Hanna. Examines relevant negligence law as it is applied in Canadian courts of law and identifies the legally defined responsibilities of program administrators, leaders and participants. Book - (256 pages) Parental Attitudes Toward Unintentional Childhood Injuries A Legislative Perspective... Health Canada. A summary of a project taken on by the Child Development Iniative. It is intended to help provide information useful in setting up injury prevention programs and policies. Playground Safety Directory Playground Safety Directory May, 1999; Produced by Canadian Parks and Recreation Association. Contains a listing of those to contact within every province for all safety concerns. Also introduces an explanation of the Playground Safety Iniative. Rails to Trails; Resource Manual 1992; Recreation Association of Nova Scotia, supported by NS Sport and Recreation Commission. A complimentary manual to the Citizen's Manual, detailing the possible uses for abandoned railways and the provincial acquisition of such. It also provides creative management possibilities. Recreation and the Environment: Hazardous Materials - Uses and Alternatives Dean H. Brokop, Nancy Sylvain, Recreation Facility Association of British Columbia. Topics include Government Acts, both Provincial and Federal; Types of Hazardous Materials; WHMIS; Hazardous materials in Community Centres, Arenas and Pools as well as on Golf Courses, Ski Hills, Sports Fields,and the general janitorial cleaning of it all. (40 Pages) Recreation Fields. A Guide to Selection, Construction and Maintainence 1990; Robert W. Daniels, Ph.D., with the assistance of NS Sport and Recreation Commission. Topics include site selection; construction; understanding turf grass; site preparation and establishment; post-establishment care; maintainence; Aeration; Fertilization; mowing; watering; and overseeing. (72 Pages) Recreation Info March 1995; New Brunswick municipalities, Culture and Housing. A directory of Municipal Directors; Recreation Personnel Institutions; Provincial multi-Regional Associations and Agencies; National and Provincial Parks; Department of Municiipalities; Culture and Housing; News Media, and the Municipalities. (98 Pages) Refrigeration and Ice Making Second Edition 1994; Ontario Recreation Facilities Assoc. Inc. Includes all topics involved with ice making, such as principles of regrigeration; equipment; controls & accessories; system operation and maintenance; etc. Also energy management. (289 pages)   Refrigeration, Health and Safety Manual 1996; Construction Safety Association of Ontario. A safety manual for all types of hazards found in the workplace. Includes everything from personal care to welding and cutting; hand and power tools; pulp and paper mills; steel mills; mineral processing plants; oil refiners; and thermal power plants. (338 Pages) Safety Guidelines for Physical Activity in Alberta Schools 1999; Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research. Info on legal liability and safety considerations; equipment/facilities considerations; transportation; accident/injury procedures; student responsibility; K-12 physical education programs in Alberta, and safety considerations for over 150 sports. Safety Requires Teamwork 1994-95; Canadian Hockey Association. An information guide to the Canadian Hockey Association's Risk Management and National Insurance Programs. Includes Fair Play Codes, and a description of legal responsibilities of coaches and those involved with the Hockey Association. Also case studies. (42 Pages) Saskatchewan Recreation & Facility Association's Sport Culture, Recreation & Facility Directory Saskatchewan Recreation Facility Association. Contains a directory of arenas, Curling clubs, Golf courses, Gymnasiums, Parks, Playgrounds, Campgrounds, Pools & other facilities; Also administration centres, Culture Centres, Recreation Centres and Associations, and Sport contacts in Saskatchewan. (688 Pages) Services Offered by the Safety Training Section NS Department of Labor, Occupational Health and Safety Division. Manual to improve Health and Safety organization, reduce human suffering and reduce costs of operation. (7 pages) Softball Maintenance from the Ground Up 1984-85; Shari Hill, Softball Canada. Topics include site selection; soil drainage and grass; layout and construction; and maintenance. Also includes diagrams, figures and charts. (47 pages) Speak Out!...Act Now! January 1998; a collective of National Sport Organizations. A guide to preventing and responding to abuse and harassment for Sport Clubs and Associations. (160 Pages) Speak Out! It's more than just a game June, 1998; Canadian Red Cross; Canadian Hockey Assoc. An educational program in the prevention of abuse and harassment in hockey for coaches and Iniation Program instructors. Participant's Workbook - (75 Pages) Suggested Guidelines for Evaluating Arena Boards & Glass 2001; ON Recreation Facilities Assoc. Inc. A draft of the final document specifying the evaluation criteria for evaluation of boards and glass in arenas. (9 pages) Swimming Pool Operations: Study Guide 1994; Sandy Mac Productions Ltd. A Study Guide to assist in training. Binder - (Approx. 75 Pages) The Benefits of Parks and Recreation Topics surround Personal, Social, Economic and Environmental Benefits. Includes a list of references. (98 pages) The Professional's Guide to Fitness Safety 1989; Derived from the Ontario Fitness Safety Standards Committee Report. A manual covering safety tips to ensure the safety of yourself, your clients and your staff. Also includes useful resources, and taking care of your premises. Includes a directory of Fitness Safety Standards Committee members. (37 Pages) Things you should know about Ice Rink Construction Toromont Refrigeration / Cimco. A general guide to Ice Rink construction, allowing variation in owner's taste, financial resources and local codes. Describes the process from designing a rink to the annual operation costs. Diagrams and summary of precautions. (33 pages) Town of New Glasgow; Safety Manual 1997; Town of New Glasgow. A manual detailing the necessary elements of a good satefy policiy. It includes appropriate roles for the town, management and supervisors, and employees. (Approx. 130 Pages)    Videos Life Cycle Planning for Recreational Facilities Swimming Pool Operations: A framework for Action You Can Make A Difference: Boundaries, Screening & Beyond, and Reporting Procedures NS Sport and Recreation Commission; Sport Nova Scotia. A guide to preventing and responding to abuse and harassment in sport and recreation. Binder - (Approx. 200 Pages)

RFANS AED Grant Program

RFANS is pleased to announce the creation of a grant program to assist major sport and recreation facilities to purchase Auto External Defibrillators.

Support for the AED program has come from the Department of Health Promotion and Protection. The Minister of Health Promotion and Protection, Hon. Barry Barnett, made the announcement at a press conference held today (May 15/07) at the Sackville Sports Stadium. To view the press release, please click here.

To view and print an application form for the AED Program, please click here.

More than 35,000 Canadian lives are lost each year due to cardiac arrest. Defibrillation improves survival rates by up to 30 percent if delivered in the first few minutes. With each passing minute, the probability of survival declines by 7 to10 percent. Making defibrillators easily accessible in major sport and recreation facilities could save the lives of dozens of people across Nova Scotia in the coming years.

The automated external defibrillator (AED) is a computerized medical device. An AED can check a person’s heart rhythm. It can recognize a rhythm that requires a shock. And it can advise the rescuer when a shock is needed. The AED uses voice prompts, lights and text messages to tell the rescuer the steps to take.

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the lower chambers of the heart (the ventricles) suddenly stop beating normally and develop what is called ventricular fibrillation (VF). VF is a chaotic heart rhythm that is similar where the heart muscle begins quivering which prevents the heart from effectively pumping blood. If this condition is not corrected immediately; death will follow within 10 minutes. A defibrillator is the only known device/technique that stops the chaotic electrical heart activity and allows the heart to re-pace itself to a normal rhythm.

Project Goal

The goal of this program is to increase the number of Auto External Defibrillators installed in major sport and recreation facilities in Nova Scotia.

Project Description

Through this grant program owners of major sport and recreational facilities will be eligible to receive up to one third of the total cost of the purchase of an Auto External Defibrillators (taxes included) to a maximum of $1500.00.

Scope

Major sport and recreational facilities throughout Nova Scotia will be eligible to participate in the Auto External Defibrillators Program.

Requirements

The following requirements must be met before sport and recreational facilities will be able access funds from the AED Program Fund:

• Applications to the program will be accepted any time throughout the year.
• Must show proof of purchase of an approved AED
• Must be a member in good standing with the Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia or other provincial recreation association and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and quality management.
• Must provide annual training of staff in use of equipment, with initial training to take place winthin 3 months of receiving the AED unit.
• Must inform Emergency Health Services that AED has been purchased
• Must maintain unit according to manufacturer specifications and document maintenance schedule for RFANS