Wrestling Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Psychological stress from weight management and competition pressure — Provide mental health support and resources for wrestlers. Educate wrestlers on healthy weight management and coping strategies for competition stress. Encourage open communication about mental health concerns. Implement policies to prevent unhealthy weight cuts and excessive pressure.
• Collision with the Ring Post — Ensure that ring posts are adequately padded and maintained to prevent hard impacts. Educate wrestlers on maintaining awareness of their surroundings during matches. Implement rules to avoid reckless movements that could lead to collisions. Supervise matches to enforce safety protocols.
• Collisions between wrestlers — Establish clear rules regarding spacing and engagement during training. Educate wrestlers on maintaining awareness of their surroundings. Use controlled drills to practice safe movements and avoid unnecessary collisions. Supervise closely to correct unsafe behaviors.
• Twisting and takedowns — Provide training on safe twisting techniques and body mechanics. Incorporate flexibility and strength exercises to support safe movements. Supervise twisting maneuvers to ensure proper form. Use progressive training to build up to more complex movements.
• High-impact slams — Teach proper slamming techniques to minimize injury risks. Use controlled environments with adequate padding. Supervise high-impact moves closely to ensure safety. Implement restrictions on the frequency and intensity of slams.