NATIONAL TRAINER / CLUB AUDIT
NRL SPORTS TRAINERS’
ACCREDITATION SCHEME
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The National Rugby League Sports Trainers’ Accreditation Scheme was introduced to provide a
structure and improve the level of care to all that play the game of Rugby League. To continue to
provide a first class level of care to the players of the game, it is necessary to introduce an audit
procedure so that clubs and individuals are aware of the minimum requirements needed to safely
manage any injury or incident that may occur during training or at a game.
This audit procedure provides a frame work in which an audit process can be conducted into clubs
and divisions within the game of rugby league in each State and Territory nationally.
By providing this framework, this procedure will provide a fair and equitable process so that all clubs
and Trainers in the game of Rugby League can comply with the growing requirements of the National
Rugby League Sports Trainers’ Accreditation Scheme, despite the individual clubs status or financial
standing.
This audit procedure will be carried out by relevant qualified staff approved by the NRLSTAS. These
audits would normally be conducted by NRL Development Officers and National Rugby League
accredited Providers for the Sports Trainer Scheme and reporting back to the relevant co-ordinators
for areas of responsibility.
The establishment of this policy will provide the minimum requirements required by a club and
individuals when present at Rugby League games. After an audit is completed, the assessor
conducting the audit will provide feedback to the club or individual and a specified time period to
improve their position so that they meet the requirements of the scheme.
The determination of the relevant time periods of compliance will be done in consultation with the
NRLSTAS.
This procedure is to be read in conjunction with the National On Field Policy.
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CLUB AUDIT
CLUB:-
ADDRESS:
PRESIDENT:
CONTACT DETAILS:-
PASS / IMPROVEMENT NEEDED
Signed:-
Assessor:-
Club Representative (signature)
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Club Representative (Name)
CLUB AUDIT:Staff:
Number of accredited Level 2 Trainers within the club
Number of accredited Level 1 Trainers within the club
Number of accredited Leaguesafe staff within the club
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Is there a Co-ordinator for Trainers at the club?
If Yes, what level Trainer are they?
Who is this Co-ordinator?
What are the contact numbers of this person? (h)
(m)
For statistical purposes, what is this person’s occupation?

What actions / processes has the club put into place to develop more volunteers through the
roles of Trainer and Leaguesafe?
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Does the club need assistance from the NSTAS office to assist in organising a course or
developing volunteers into Trainer or Leaguesafe roles? YES / NO
If YES, who is the contact person at the club?

What are their contact details?
YES / NO
(h)
(w)
(m)
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Do all Trainers / Leaguesafe staff have adequate shirts to reflect their level of training?
YES / NO
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If NO, what colour and number of shirts are required so that all staff are adequately
identified?
EQUIPMENT:Does the club have the following equipment?
Yes
Fully stocked first aid kit (as per Annexure one) (2)
No
Yes
Do these kit/s have pain relief in the kits i.e. paracetamol or
No
similar. If yes, to be directed to be removed from kits.
Yes
NRL Injury Report Form Booklets
No
Yes
Head Injury Advice / Notification Forms / Flyers
No
Yes
Scoop stretcher
No
Yes
Alternative to scoop stretcher ie. Pole stretcher
No
Yes
Is the stretcher in a working condition
No
Yes
Do all locking mechanisms work properly
No
Yes
Does the club have cervical collars? If YES, what type/brand
No
Yes
Are their appropriately training people to apply them? i.e. Doctor, Ambulance
No
personnel. If NO, instruct club not to use until accredited by the Trainers’ scheme
Yes
Sufficient water bottles
No
Yes
Water supply for refilling of bottles close to field of play
No
Yes
Ice available for injuries (identify process, i.e. ice machine or bagged ice)
No
Yes
A first aid room or an area where a player can be assessed in private
No
Yes
Is this area clean and hygienic?
No
Yes
Do all Trainers / Leaguesafe staff have their own shirts?
No
If NO has been answered to any of the above list areas where the club needs to improve, type of
fault or area for improvement. (These are areas of significance. All clubs need to comply in all area
of this assessment)
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PROCESSES
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Does the club have NRL Injury Report Books?
YES / NO
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Is there any spare books on hand at the club?
YES / NO
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Does the club have a process in place to record and file Injury Report Forms
YES / NO
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Can the club produce Medical Advice Cards for all teams within the club?
YES / NO
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Do all Trainers in the club have access to the Medical Advice Cards?
YES / NO
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Where are the Medical Advice Cards stored?
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Are the Medical Advice Cards accessible for Trainers while players are training? YES / NO
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What procedures are in place at the club in case of an ambulance is required for both training
and at games?
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What procedures are in place to monitor Trainers and Leaguesafe staff and their accreditation
expiry and on field exposure to maintain competency?
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The On Field Policy states that a Trainer will be attached to a team. Does this occur at this
club?
YES / NO
If NO, how does the club ensure that adequate coverage of games is maintained?
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If NO answered on any of these items, outline how the club intends to improve processes so
that improvement can be made by required time frames?
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PLAYING SURFACE
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How many fields does the club have?
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Are the fields clearly marked?
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What are the playing surfaces like? Well maintained, poorly maintained, dangerous?
YES / NO
List all issues that relate to the playing surface.
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Is there sufficient padding around goal posts and any other post near the field? YES / NO
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Are there any potential objects or fixtures on the field or within three (3) metres of the side
lines that could cause injury?
YES / NO
If YES, provide full details
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How many of the fields have lighting?
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Is the lighting sufficient?
YES / NO
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Are all the lights in working order?
YES / NO
List any areas of concern or other relevant comments
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