The extreme heat and cold in our region is a concern to the health and safety of our students and staff members. Heat and cold injuries cannot always be prevented, but with cooperation between the Athletic Trainers and coaching staff heat and cold-related illnesses can be minimized.
The following temperature guidelines have been established in order to provide a safe and healthy environment for students participating in outdoor activities in Leander ISD. The listed temperatures, heat indexes, and wind-chill factors are designated figures for terminating and/or modifying outdoor activities including High School and Middle School athletic practices and games.
Exposure duration and frequency of breaks should be modified as the temperatures approach the listed recommendations. It is the responsibility of each Athletic Trainer and coach to ensure these guidelines are being followed.
Hot Weather Guidelines
| Weather | In-Season – Water | In-Season – Other | Off-Season | Games |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature 100°F or heat index 110°F | 2 hour practice with 5 min water break every 30 min. | Football, remove helmets when possible. | 45 minutes of exposure with one water break | Follow guidelines or delay start of game |
| Temperature 105°F or heat index 115°F | 1.5 hour practice with a 5 min water break every 20 min. | Football, remove helmets when possible. XC runners must be in sight of a coach at all times. No Middles school practices or games. | 30 minutes of exposure with one water break | Follow guidelines or delay start of game |
| Temperature 107°F or heat index 117°F | 1.5 hour practice with a 1 min water break every 10 min and a 5 min water break in the middle of practice. | Football, remove helmets when possible. XC runners must be in sight of a coach at all times. No Middles school practices or games. | 30 minutes of exposure with one water break | Follow guidelines or delay start of game |
| Temperature 110°F or heat index 120°F | No outside games or practices |
Cold Weather Guidelines
| Weather | Practices and Games |
|---|---|
| Wind Chill factor under 25° with precipitation | Total of 70 min of exposure with a 20 min indoor break inside at the 35 min mark |
| Wind Chill factor under 22° without precipitation | Total of 90 min of exposure with a 15 min indoor break at the 45 min mark |
| Wind Chill factor under 22° with precipitation | All practices indoors |
| Wind Chill factor under 20° without precipitation | Total of 60 min of exposure with a 15 min indoor break at the 30 min mark |
| Wind Chill factor under 15° with precipitation A | All practices indoors |
