Hurdle top bar should be secure. They should be correctly placed relative to their use with the counter-balance weights also relatively correctly positioned. Field Events all landing areas should preferably be covered by a proper cover sheet. The position of take-off in high jump determines the point of landing. It should be close to the nearer upright.
Elastic crossbars used in training lessen the risk of injury and improve confidence.
Triangular crossbars are dangerous for 'floppers'. A pole bending more than 90' is being overstressed. Ensure also that the cages, surfaces and rims of throwing circles are safe. Where possible throwing areas should be roped off so that others cannot encroach. The following Sports Coach pages should be read in conjunction with this page.