Introduction

This chapter highlights the need to identify the equipment required for the sporting environment and personnel in attendance. Equipment selection may be based on the likely epidemiology of injury or illness in the sport you are covering.

The importance of maintenance and storage of equipment are discussed. Ensuring all equipment is in date, in good working order with a service log is essential. Particular emphasis is placed on the ordering, receiving, storage, and disposal of medicines to ensure sporting organisations and personnel operate within the law.