SMA’s Extreme Heat Risk and Response Guidelines outlines practical strategies to reduce heat-related risk across more than 30 popular Australian sports — from football, cricket and tennis to rowing, cycling and athletics.

The guidelines are relevant to all Australians who are physically active, but they are particularly valuable for health professionals promoting physical activity, as well as coaches, fitness leaders and sports administrators.

They provides advice on:

• Using the Sports Heat Tool assess heat stress risk.
• Recommended actions for Low, Moderate, High and Extreme risk conditions
• Hydration, rest breaks and clothing modification
• Recognising and managing signs of heat-related illness