Selected Risk Management Policies, Practices, and Procedures for Intramural Activities at NIRSA Institutions

2008 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
William F. Stier ◽  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
Steve Kampf ◽  
Scott Haines ◽  
Brady Gaskins
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
North America ◽  
Colleges And Universities ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Recreational Sports ◽  
Rating Systems ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Management Policies ◽  
And Training

A survey of all National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) campus recreation directors was conducted to determine the risk management policies, practices, and procedures relating to intramural activities and recreational sports at colleges and universities throughout North America. The survey instrument, in its final form, addressed practices, policies, and procedures of campus recreation directors through 44 questions relating to the following areas: (a) documentation, (b) medical factors, (c) rules and regulations, (d) physical supervision, (e) sportsmanship rating systems, (f) restrictive policies, (g) safety devices, (h) officials-tests-qualifications, and (i) background experiences and training of the respondents. Selected data are presented in terms of (a) the size of institutions (small, medium, and large), (b) location of the institution (rural, urban, and suburban), and (c) whether public or privately supported.

Factors Affecting Risk Management of Indoor Campus Recreation Facilities

2008 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 114-133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
William F. Stier ◽  
Steve Kampf ◽  
Scott Haines ◽  
Brady Gaskins
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Recreational Sports ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Management Procedures ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Recreation Facilities ◽  
Certification Requirements

Factors affecting risk management of indoor campus recreation facilities were studied. Campus recreation directors of 4-year colleges/universities in North America who held memberships in the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) responded to a paper survey consisting of 32 dichotomous yes/no and close-ended multiple-choice questions. Questions addressed staff certification requirements, use of waivers, number of automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) in the facility, communication and security devices, health screening of participants, and in-person supervision of the facility. Results showed that facilities are open to participants extensively throughout the 7-day week, thus requiring directors to ensure their risk management procedures are up to date—most notably staff members' CPR and first aid certification, as well as AED training.

Identification of Problems in Campus Recreation Programs in North America

2004 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-43
Author(s):  
William F. Stier ◽  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
Steve Kampf ◽  
Gregory E. Wilding ◽  
Scott Haines
Keyword(s):  
North America ◽  
Public Relations ◽  
Potential Problem ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Training Quality ◽  
Recreation Programs ◽  
Public Relations Campaign ◽  
And Training

In campus recreation programs, major problem areas within (a) technology, (b) personnel, and (c) perception and value were identified. The subjects were campus recreation directors throughout North America. The surveyed directors expressed the extent to which they agreed or disagreed with literature-based, potential problem areas within campus recreation programs. Areas primarily agreed upon as being major problem areas within campus recreation were: the availability of quality officials (61%), perception of program by institution (49%), and value of program as perceived by higher administration (47%). Generally, in order to improve programs, directors should place an emphasis on attaining and training quality officials and implement a public relations campaign that positively portrays their program.

Perceived Problems in Campus Recreation Programs in North America

2007 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
William F. Stier ◽  
Steve Kampf ◽  
Gregory Wilding ◽  
Scott Haines
Keyword(s):  
North America ◽  
Athletic Training ◽  
General Problem ◽  
Colleges And Universities ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Athletic Department ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Promotional Efforts ◽  
Recreation Programs ◽  
Turf Wars

Major problems in campus recreation programs were investigated. The participants were 269 campus recreation directors in colleges and universities throughout North America. Participants were asked to indicate whether they agreed, disagreed, or had no opinion regarding statements presented to them on a survey that consisted of the following three general problem areas in campus recreation: (a) conflict, (b) equipment, and (c) miscellaneous. The campus recreation directors identified six specific major problems, at the highest rates, from the three general problem categories as follows: “equipment”—lack of storage areas (59%); “miscellaneous”—availability of parking (59%); availability of athletic training staff (56%); marketing and promotional efforts (50%); “conflict”—turf wars (49%); and conflict with athletic department personnel (46%). Campus recreation directors should, first and foremost, address the above major problem areas, in order to effectively manage their programs.

Current Hiring Practices of Campus Recreation Directors of NIRSA Institutions

2006 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 100-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
William F. Stier ◽  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
Stephen Kampf ◽  
Gregory Wilding ◽  
Scott Haines
Keyword(s):  
Hiring Practices ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Job Descriptions ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Graduate Assistants ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Professional Employees

A survey of all National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) campus recreation directors was conducted to determine the hiring practices, policies, and procedures relating to professional employees, graduate assistants, and student employees in campus recreation programs throughout North America. The survey instrument, in its final form, addressed hiring practices, policies, and procedures of campus recreation directors through 28 questions relating to the following areas: (a) search and screen committees, (b) job descriptions, (c) advertisement and announcement of vacancies, (d) applications, (e) references, (f) interviews, and (g) impact/involvement of national professional organizations in the hiring process. Selected data is presented in terms of (a) entry level position (coordinator) or for mid-level positions, (b) size of institutions (small, medium, and large), (c) rural, urban, and suburban locations, and (d) public and private institutions.

Risk Perceptions versus Legal Realities in Campus Recreational Sport Programs

2007 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah J. Young ◽  
Sarah K. Fields ◽  
Gwynn M. Powell
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Case Law ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Recreational Sport ◽  
The Past ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Risk management in campus recreational sports has been a consideration on the minds of campus recreational sport directors for over the past three decades. But are directors' concerns aligned with the litigation being decided in the courtroom? This study examined whether or not campus recreation directors were concerned about the same legal and risk management issues that appeared most frequently in published court decisions. A case law analysis revealed that 54 cases were related to campus recreation over the past 30 years. To determine risk perceptions of campus recreation directors, a Web survey identifying 34 risk issues was administered. The findings showed the relationship of perceptions of directors to published cases and the risk management formula, as well as differences in perceptions based on demographic variables. The results identified several opportunities for discussion and new areas for research.

Club Sport Legal Liability Practices at NIRSA Institutions

2008 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert C. Schneider ◽  
William F. Stier ◽  
Stephen Kampf ◽  
Brady Gaskins ◽  
Scott G. Haines
Keyword(s):  
Legal Liability ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Recreational Sports ◽  
Font Size ◽  
Sport Team ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
Private Transportation ◽  
Sport Programs ◽  
Club Sport

Current legal practices in collegiate club sport programs were studied. A 23-item questionnaire consisting primarily of close-ended questions was mailed to 563 campus recreation directors representing all six National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) regions. Data obtained showed that mean club sport budgets ranged from $51,657 in Region 4 to $135,657 in Region 6, with an overall mean of $69,138 across all regions. Signing a waiver before participating was required by 91% of the directors. Lack of consistency in waiver language and font size was reported. Only 9% of campus recreation directors always require that an institutional employee travel with a club sport team. The most frequent modes of approved travel for club sport participants were students driving personal cars (94%), renting vans from outside vendors (95%), and the use of private transportation such as a chartered bus (70%). Paid coaches were used by 15% of the directors.

scholarly journals Exploring NIRSA Championship Series Professional Development Opportunities: Understanding Their Perceived Value to the Association

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacob K. Tingle ◽  
Dan Hazlett ◽  
April Flint
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Organizational Citizenship ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Citizenship Behaviors ◽  
Leadership Communication ◽  
Lifelong Learner ◽  
Semistructured Interviews ◽  
Recreation Directors ◽  
And Training

The NIRSA Championship Series (Series) is a significant component of NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation (NIRSA). Demonstrated, in part, by the fact that many campus recreational professionals contend the events directly relate to both their institution and the association's mission. The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of how NIRSA professionals perceive the value of volunteer experiences at Series events. The research team conducted semistructured interviews with thirteen campus recreation directors. The participants had a median of 28 years in the profession, ( SD = 7.4), and represented all six NIRSA regions. In describing the benefits of volunteerism at Series events, the directors identified three broad themes, each with numerous subthemes: Personal Experience (Lifelong learner, Mentors, and Networking), Professional Development (Teamwork, Leadership, Communication, and Training), and Ideal Job Characteristics (Attitude and Organizational Citizenship Behaviors). The themes, subthemes, and implications for Series events are discussed. In addition, the authors present suggestions for future research.

Examining Diversity/Multicultural Training among Campus Recreation Departments

2014 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lance P. Kaltenbaugh ◽  
Jennifer Parsons ◽  
Kenneth Brubaker ◽  
Wesley Bonadio ◽  
Jonathan Locust
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Multicultural Training ◽  
Colleges And Universities ◽  
Personal Knowledge ◽  
Multicultural Awareness ◽  
Campus Recreation ◽  
Strongly Agree ◽  
And Training

Colleges and universities are facing the challenge of providing an environment of acceptance. As a cocurricular activity within higher education, campus recreation programs are expected to provide opportunities for students to become aware and appreciative of cultures or individuals different from themselves. The main purpose of this study was to address the lack of research on diversity/multicultural training programs within campus recreation departments. In this study, we explored the diversity/multicultural training that was offered, the benefits of this training, and the growing need for these programs within campus recreation departments. Of the 105 campus recreation departments surveyed, 93% indicated they agree or strongly agree that campus recreation leadership is fully committed to the long-term success of diversity/multicultural awareness strategies and initiatives. However, only 44% stated they currently provide or implement diversity/multicultural training. Diversity/multicultural training may be a necessary component to impart personal knowledge and training to its employees to effectively achieve diversity goals.

scholarly journals Risk Management in the Healthcare Sector and the Important Role of Education and Training Activities: The Case of Regione Lombardia

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 180 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessandro Capocchi ◽  
Paola Orlandini ◽  
Mariarita Pierotti ◽  
Loredana Luzzi ◽  
Lorenzo Minetti
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
Healthcare Sector ◽  
Inductive Research ◽  
Training Activities ◽  
Management Policies ◽  
And Training

Purpose—Risk is intrinsically linked to all economic activity, and can never be completely eliminated; however, in certain cases and conditions, it can be mitigated. From the managerial perspective, it is possible to distinguish between speculative risks and pure risks. This distinction is made in relation to the effects produced from particular events on the economic conditions of the company. Speculative risks can lead to profits or losses, as they are connected to both unfavorable and favorable events, whereas pure risks uniquely produce losses or negative effects. There have been several studies on this topic from various perspectives. Our paper is based on an empirical investigation that aims to verify whether there is a direct or indirect correlation between risk-management policies in the healthcare sector and education and training activities. Design/methodology/approach—The analysis is based on an inductive research method that uses the case study methodology in order to verify and measure the direct or indirect correlation between risk-management policies and education and training activities in the healthcare sector of Regione Lombardia. Findings—The paper makes a clear contribution to the knowledge related to risk-management policies in the healthcare sector. Based on the case study of Regione Lombardia, integrates the dimensions of organization and individuals with the cross-section of education and training in new risk-management systems.  Research limitations/implications—This paper has several limitations. First, it considers only a single case, in Regione Lombardia. The distinctive features of the case may have led to specific empirical evidence and, moreover, the empirical evidence cannot be generalized to other territorial contexts/destinations. Second, the data set is limited to five years and is not sufficient to measure the direct correlation between the two aspects under study. Originality/value—This is the first paper to have approached, using an inductive research method, the issue of risk management connected to the education/training dimension by analyzing the case of Regione Lombardia. The findings should stimulate new debate in the business economics literature.

scholarly journals Internal Recruiting Strategy as an Instrument for Managing Knowledge Workforce During Critical Times

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-41
Author(s):  
Alpa Parmar
Keyword(s):  
Resource Management ◽  
Human Resource Management ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
High Performers ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Management Policies ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Recruiting Strategy ◽  
And Training

In determining whether to recruit from within or outside the organization, employers should consider the nature and level of the job, structures of the firm and industry, and an organization’s system of human resource management policies and procedures, such as intensive recruitment and screening policies and training are required. This article focuses on why internal recruitment should be considered as a source of recruitment. Secondly, to reduce the cost of hiring and to retain stable employees with the required competence for a position. The internal recruiting strategy provides a source of motivation for each individual promoted and assures that high performers are rewarded. Internal hiring must be preferred to external hiring considering the knowledge and skills specific to the firm are essential for the organization growth when promotions are vital for encouraging and motivating current workers when the recruitment budgets of a hiring blunder are mainly large, and when a surplus vacancy is not too costly (created when a worker switches jobs internally). This article focuses on analyzing the significance of internal recruitment and justifies its need for particular positions in the organization.

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