Manual for promoting the use of sports facilities for people with disabilities WEB teaching materials
Use of sports facilities
gymnasium
Training room/gym
Pool
Other outdoor facilities
Many people with disabilities enjoy outdoor sports such as track and field, tennis, and baseball.Here are some points to consider when playing sports outdoors.
Key points for handling each failure
Visually impairedin the case of:
“It is important to explain and check the surrounding situation in a large area.”
- In large outdoor facilities, it can be difficult to get a sense of the location, so let us know in advance about the flow of people and the surrounding situation.
- If you are unable to visualize the location, you may need to do activities with a caregiver.
- You need to check your feet to make sure there are no objects on the ground or in your destination.
- If the situation around you changes, such as an increase in the number of other users, be sure to explain the situation.
Visual impairment and sports
Deaf personin the case of:
“Make sure to share and communicate information.”
- There are no special precautions for sports activities themselves.
- You may not be able to receive audio information such as announcements, so be sure to go nearby and explain verbally or in writing.
Hearing loss and sports
Physically handicappedin the case of:
"Let's be careful about our safety and physical condition so that we can exercise."
- Check that the ground condition and path width are appropriate, taking into consideration the ease of movement in a wheelchair and the use of a cane.
- As for the content of your exercise, it is best to be able to exercise in a way that matches your goals.
- When you are working in a large area, it becomes difficult to return to a place where you can take a break.Be prepared to take a break and rehydrate nearby.
Physical disabilities and sports ~Standing~
Physical disabilities and sports ~Wheelchair users~
Intellectually Handicapped Individualin the case of:
"Let's follow the rules and be able to exercise."
- We will provide guidance and explanations so that they can follow the rules and exercise while considering the safety of those around them.
- If it is difficult for the user to understand, cooperation with a caregiver is also important.
Intellectual disability and sports
Persons with internal disabilitiesin the case of:
"Let's check your physical condition management/exercise method"
- Make sure you are able to exercise by adjusting the exercise intensity and time with your doctor's permission.
- Be sure to keep an eye on your child by asking the staff to check your blood pressure and physical condition.
- Let the staff remind you of places where you can take a break and provide hydration.
Internal disorders and sports
Mentally handicapped individualin the case of:
"Manage your physical condition and relieve your anxiety with detailed explanations."
- Please be careful about the amount of exercise you are doing and check with the staff.
- Please explain the course and how to use it slowly and carefully, and create an environment where you can ask questions at any time if you do not understand.
Mental disorders and sports"Circle running" where visually impaired people can run around the track
The Tokyo Comprehensive Sports Center for the Disabled has a device called ``Circle Run''.The center part rotates, and by attaching a string to it and using the length of the string as its diameter, it goes around the device, allowing visually impaired people to run or walk alone.Many people use it because they can run alone without a companion.
Understanding and disseminating the characteristics of the wheelchair “racer”
Wheelchair racers used for track and field events can't stop quickly due to their speed, so if they collide with other users, there is a risk of injury.
●[Machida City Athletics Stadium]
In the past, there were cases where racers and regular users almost collided with each other, so the facility manager set up a place for regular users and people with disabilities to exchange opinions, thereby promoting understanding on both sides. I did.Currently, we are taking measures such as making announcements while using Racer.In addition, we have included precautions for wheelchair users in the ``Rules for Personal Use'' distributed to users in an effort to make them well known.
●[Katsushika City Sports Center Athletics Stadium]
Racers are limited to using the innermost lane in an effort to ensure safety.
Wheelchair for track and field ``Racer''
Photo provided by: OX Engineering Co., Ltd.
Information regarding wheelchair use is included in the handouts distributed to users.
(Machida City Athletics Stadium)
Post heat index (WBGT) to prevent heatstroke
People who have difficulty sweating due to disabilities, people with impaired internal organ function, and the elderly are more likely to suffer from heatstroke.At outdoor facilities, please post thermometers, temperature, and heat index (WBGT/Wet Bulb Globe Temperature), and take measures such as restricting use if the temperature exceeds a certain value.
You can check the heat index on the Ministry of the Environment's heatstroke prevention website.
●[Saitama Prefecture Disabled Persons Exchange Center]
WBGT bulletin boards are available at multiple locations in the outdoor facility.
Posting notices regarding WBGT at entrances to outdoor facilities, etc.
(Saitama Prefecture Disabled Persons Exchange Center)