Proper Etiquette and

Safety in the Use of

Facilities and
Equipment

ARPEJAY JOHN D. TANIONGON

ANTIQUE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
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One definition of the French word etiquette is “ticket” or “label
attached to something for identification.” In the 16th-century Spain,
the French word was borrowed (and altered to “etiqueta”) to refer to
the written protocols describing orders of precedence and behavior
demanded of those who appeared in court. Eventually, “etiqueta”
came to be applied to court ceremonies themselves as well as the
documents which outlined the requirements for them. Interestingly,
this then led to French speakers of the time attributing the second
sense of “proper behavior” to their “etiquette”, and in the middle of
the 18th century English speakers finally adopted both the word and
the second meaning from the French.
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Etiquette
EDUCATION
According to Merriam dictionary etiquette is
defined as the conduct or procedure required by good
breeding or prescribed by authority to be observed in
social or official life. Another definition given by
Collins dictionary, etiquette is a set of customs and
rules for polite behavior, especially among a particular
class of people or in a particular profession.
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Having proper etiquette is essential in all aspects of life.
Showing respect and consideration to others reflects our
cultural norms that is generally accepted in our society. Knowing
how to behave properly in a given situation makes you feel
more relaxed and it gives you a sense of satisfaction of
protecting others’ feelings while in a workplace. Etiquette is
meant to be a guideline using common sense, fairness,
politeness and concerns for others. Ignorance of proper
etiquette will result disorder in the society, it is like having rude
people controlling the actions of others.
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Sportsmanship
EDUCATION
There are written and unwritten rules in sports
that require people to follow to make it fair. To
ensure respect, fairness and safety in sports, it is
expected for the people engaged to take personal
responsibility and behave in a certain way
compliant with the rules to promote social values.
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As defined by Merriam dictionary,
sportsmanship is a conduct (such as fairness,
respect and graciousness in winning or losing)
becoming to one participating in sport.
Sportsmanship is playing by the rules and
principles and using sports etiquette. A real
sportsman observes and do all the rules in right
way.
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Importance of Etiquette in Physical Education
• It enhances the social aspects of every individual.
• It is essential in maintaining friendly relationship between people.
• It helps us show respect for other people and vice versa.
• It enhances communication by breaking down barriers.
• It protects the feelings of others.
• It helps you feel good about others and yourself.
• While doing your best, it encourages others to also do their best.
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Protocols/Etiquette Before-During-After a Physical Activity
Here are some tips to stay safe during and after an exercise:
• Wear comfortable clothing. Choose your shoes and equipment
properly and remember if this is right for the activity.
• Use an appropriate gear for the activity. It will help you to be
safe in doing the activity.
• Taking warm-up and cool down before and after an activity will
lower the risk of strains and sprains;
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• Take appropriate breaks during the activity. A recovery once a
week of activity is good to rest your muscle pain;
• To give you some stamina, eat light food. But exercising
immediately after a full meal will affect your digestion.
• Be hydrated. Replenish extra fluids before, during and after
physical activity, especially for prolonged exercise;
• Beware of the weather and environmental conditions. Take it
easier when doing an activity especially when it’s hot;
• Listen to your body. Stop the activity and seek medical advice as
soon as possible when you are feeling unwell.
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Proper Etiquette and Safety Standards in Facilities
1. Read the rules and regulations of the place. We must be
knowledgeable in various rules inside the premises. If you
have any questions, you must ask the information desk
personnel or the person in-charge.
2. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness. Cleanliness is one
basic etiquette we must observe at all time.
3. Be mindful to others. Always consider other people’s
time and space. Do not distract their activity.
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Proper Handling of Equipment.
1. Read the manual carefully. Before using any equipment,
you must read the manual guide to know its proper use.
2. Be alert and aware on how to use the equipment. You
must be alert in using certain equipment and if you
encountered certain problems, you must report it
immediately.
3. Take good care of the equipment. You must maintain its
standard and must be clean after usage.
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1. Parks – it contributes to the health
and well-being of the communities that
surround them. Usually you visit a park
to jog, playing dual sports like
badminton, biking and other physical
activities / exercise. Because it is free,
many Filipinos were conducting their
activities here, examples are Zumba,
jogging, walking, running, and other
activities.
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2. Recreation Center – a building
that is open to the public where
meetings are held, sports are
played, and there are activities for
young and old people. In this place
you can do many things and
conduct activities like sports and
exercises.
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3. Home – a place wherein you
can do your physical activities
and exercise whenever you
want. Even you are busy and our
days are hectic; but we need to
be physically fit even on our four
corners of our home.
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4. Gym – a facility that is usually
covered and is found in athletic and
fitness centers and caters physical
fitness purposes of physical fitness,
body shaping, muscle strengthening
and discipline. The place also
provides programs which depends
on the needs of the person.
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5. Covered Court – one of
the common facilities or
places where physical
activities or exercises can be
done. It is a playing surface
with basket in the end.
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1. Beanbags - Small bags filled with any
of several materials are often used for
games. One form uses a box with
several holes in it. Tossing the bean bag
in the large holes is worth a few points
while the smaller holes can earn
players high points. Also, a bean bag
can be used as a Hacky Sack, or foot-
bag, for several games reminiscent of
football.
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2. Balls (various sizes,
weights, hardness, bounce-
ability, shape) o Tennis ball
o Plastic ball o Sponge balls
o Paper balls o Foam
footballs, soccer balls
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3. Balloons – commonly
used with a physical activity
named Balloon Toss. It
develops skills in throwing
or tossing a balloon straight
up in the air, and aids
catching balloon.
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4. Pylons (buckets,
rocks, chalk) – it helps
develop movement
skills.
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5. Hula Hoops – It is
usually made of plastic
used for coordination
balance, mobility, kicking,
hand/eye coordination,
running, jumping.
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6. Skipping ropes - It is
made of strings, wool
and rope that
strengthens the upper
and lower body and can
burn a lot of calories.
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7. Measuring
object (stick,
rope, measuring
tape, paper)
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8. Scarves– It can be a
tissue, handkerchief,
paper towel and socks if
you don’t have scarf. It
helps develop one’s
motor skills.
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9. Plastic hockey stick
– It helps develop
hand-eye coordination
and timing in using
this in physical activity.
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10. Chairs – a common
equipment in your house. You
can use this in many physical
activities and exercises. Some
benefits of using a chair are
better flexibility, range of motion
increased blood circulation and
increased muscles strength.
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11. Dumbbell – Usually
made of metal with cast
iron commonly used in
gyms or even at home, it
works on the shoulders,
chest, biceps and triceps.