Which NOT is typically included in an essential risk management plan for athletics events?

• A. Hazard assessments
• B. Recruitment of new athletes
• C. Emergency action plans
• D. Insurance

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that an athletics event risk management plan focuses on identifying what could go wrong and setting up protections and responses to keep people safe and the event running smoothly. Hazard assessments are included because they systematically pinpoint potential dangers at the site or during activities, so organizers can modify setups, equipment, or procedures to reduce risk. An emergency action plan is essential because it outlines exact steps, roles, and communication for incidents like injuries, severe weather, or evacuations, ensuring a rapid, coordinated response. Insurance is part of risk management because it helps transfer financial risk and provides coverage for liability and medical costs if something does go wrong.

Recruitment of new athletes, while important to the broader program, isn’t about controlling risk or managing incidents at an event. It’s more about team-building and participation than about safeguarding people or resources during a specific event.