Safety Tips for Curlers
Curlers get their “sea legs” on the ice after their first several
games. It’s normally not difficult to get around on the ice. However, ice is
ice, and if a curler is careless, a fall can result in a serious injury.
New curlers are cautioned to be very careful while moving or standing
on the ice. Even experienced curlers should pay attention to these cautions:
Step onto the
ice with your “gripper” shoe, and be careful! Never use your slider foot to
step onto the ice.
Always be very
careful when stepping ON or OFF the ice. Curlers are more likely to slip or
fall when stepping onto or off the ice.
Never stop a
rock with your hand. Your fingers can be crushed, especially if the rock hits
another rock while you’re trying to stop it! Use your broom or brush to stop a
Never use your
feet to stop a fast moving rock. You could lose balance and fall. Again, use
your broom or brush to stop a rock.
your broom or brush, which you can use to avoid or break a fall in case you
lose your balance.
Never go onto
the ice when your balance is impaired from sickness, excessive alcohol, etc. A
fall can cause serious injury!
sweeping, if you can’t keep up with a fast shot, STOP. Don’t risk a fall on
When you first
step onto the ice, take note of ice conditions. Sometimes the ice is more
slippery than normal. If so, use extra caution while walking on the ice.
Always watch where you walk!