PRE-EXERCISE SCREENING

The following screening questions are used in accordance with the national code of practice for the health & fitness industry to identify individuals who may have medical conditions that increase their risk of injury. Passing the screening questions does not infer or imply low risk of injury and in no way guarantees against injury or death. No responsibility or liability whatsoever can be accepted by UR Health & Fitness for any loss, damage or injury that may arise from any person acting on any statement or information contained in this guide.

Screening Questions For Individuals Aged 16+

1. Has your medical practitioner ever told you that you have a heart condition or have you ever suffered a stroke?
2. Do you ever experience unexplained pains or discomfort in your chest at rest or during physical activity/exercise?
3. Do you ever feel faint, dizzy or lose balance during physical activity/exercise?
4. Have you had an asthma attack requiring immediate medical attention at any time over the last 12 months?
5. If you have diabetes (type l or type ll) have you had trouble controlling your blood sugar (glucose) in the last 3 months?
6. Do you have any diagnosed muscle, bone or joint problems that you have been told could be made worse by participating in physical activity/exercise?
7. Do you have any other conditions that may require special consideration for you to exercise?

Screening Outcomes

IF YOU ANSWERED YES

to any of the 7 questions, please seek guidance from an appropriate allied health professional or medical practitioner prior to undertaking exercise.

OR

You acknowledge that you are currently under the supervision of a medical practitioner who has approved your participation in an exercise program. You meet the criteria to proceed

ALL NO ANSWERS

IF YOU ANSWERED ‘NO’ to all of the 7 questions, and you have no other concerns about your health, you may proceed to undertake light-moderate intensity physical activity/exercise. You meet the criteria to proceed

Screening Questions For Individuals Aged 5-15

(To be answered by the parent/guardian)

Does your child have, or previously had:

1. A heart condition
2. A close relative who has died suddenly from a heart condition before the age of 50?
3. Uncontrolled epilepsy or seizures/convulsions?
4. Fainting or dizzy spells with physical activity/exercise?
5. Diabetes?
6. An asthma attack requiring immediate medical attention at any time over the last 12 months?
7. Anaphylactic reactions?
8. Surgery in the last month?
9. Any other conditions that may require special consideration for your child to exercise?

Screening Outcomes

IF YOU ANSWERED YES OR DON’T KNOW

to any of the 9 questions, please contact UR Health & Fitness to discuss. You may need to seek guidance from an appropriate allied health professional or medical practitioner prior to undertaking exercise.

OR

You acknowledge that your child is currently under the supervision of a medical practitioner who has approved their participation in an exercise program. You meet the criteria to proceed

ALL NO ANSWERS

IF YOU ANSWERED ‘NO’ to all of the 9 questions, and you have no other concerns about your child’s health, you may proceed to undertake light-moderate intensity physical activity/exercise. You meet the criteria to proceed