When should I be reporting an injury in my organisation? 

The timing and criteria for reporting injuries can vary depending on your organisation’s preferences and policies. No two organisations are the same, so it’s important to establish a clear injury reporting strategy before using SportSmart. Having a team discussion beforehand can help determine the best approach. Below are a few common strategies to consider:

Reporting All Sport Injuries

Best Practice:
Logging all injuries—regardless of severity—helps build a comprehensive picture of incidents across your organisation. This approach enhances team awareness, supports safeguarding efforts, and contributes to long-term injury prevention.

Considerations:
To reduce administrative burden, you may choose not to record very minor injuries (e.g. light contact resulting in a bruise that doesn’t cause pain, discomfort, or removal from play).

Reporting Only Serious Injuries

Efficient and Focused:
This method saves time by limiting reports to injuries that require significant attention. While it doesn’t offer the same breadth of insight as logging all injuries, it ensures the app is used when most needed.

Typical Criteria for Serious Injuries:

• Head injuries
• Injuries requiring A&E visits
• Injuries likely to result in extended time away from sport

Reporting Head Injuries Only

Targeted Support:
Some organisations may choose to focus solely on head-related injuries. SportSmart’s Head Injury Tool can help identify signs of concussion and offer immediate guidance on managing the injury.

Benefits:
This approach streamlines reporting while still providing essential support for player safety.

Final Thoughts

Before implementing SportSmart, take time to align with your team on what injury reporting should look like. Whether you choose to log all injuries or focus on specific types, consistency and clarity in your approach will help maximise the benefits of the platform.