Which safety training is NOT included in US Olympic Committee recommendations?

• A. CPR
• B. First aid
• C. Injury prevention
• D. Self defense

Answer: (D)

Safety training under US Olympic Committee recommendations focuses on preparing staff and athletes to handle medical emergencies and reduce injury risk. CPR is included because it teaches how to restart a stopped heart and keep someone alive until professionals arrive, which can be lifesaving during competitions or training. First aid is part of the plan to provide immediate care for injuries or sudden illnesses, stabilizing a person until further medical help can take over. Injury prevention covers strategies to prevent injuries from occurring in the first place—proper warm-ups, correct technique, safe equipment, and a safe training environment all help keep athletes healthier and on the field.

Self defense, while valuable in many contexts, isn’t part of these safety-training recommendations because the focus here is on medical response and injury prevention within the sports program, not on personal protection against violence or assault.