IN-SEASON COVERAGE

1. A certified athletic trainer or athletic training student is present (on-site) for all Robert Morris home in-season contests.

2. All of RMU's three athletic training rooms (Charles L. Sewall Center, Joe Walton Stadium, Island Sports Center) has a certified athletic trainer present or available via radio communication for the delivery of athletic training services to those sports engaged in practice or those student-athletes who require physical rehabilition.

OUT-OF-SEASON COVERAGE

The athletic training office recognizes that a minimum standard of health care is due to student-athletes. A certified athletic trainer covers each home contest. However, in the event that an athletic trainer is not present, the head coach is responsible for first aid and summoning emergency assistance.

VISITING FOOTBALL

Visiting sideline setup at Joe Walton Stadium consists of four 10-gallon water coolers, a chest of ice, bags and cups. Visiting football teams have access to the visiting locker room two and-a-half hours prior to kickoff. Visiting locker room is equipped with a taping table, water, ice and portable hot pack machine.

A Robert Morris team physician is present at all football games. All medical emergencies will be transported to Sewickley Valley Hospital, located within 10 minutes of RMU Moon Township campus. Visiting athletic trainers will be contacted by phone during game week to inquire about and arrange any special medical needs.

CHARLES L. SEWALL CENTER

The athletic training room, as well as athletic training offices, are located on the second floor of the Charles L. Sewall Center and are available for use 60 minutes before each event. The athletic training room is equipped with a hydrocollator, electric stim, ultrasound, whirlpools and ice.

EVENT SUPPLIES

For your convenience, Robert Morris will provide to visiting athletic trainers and teams:

1. Taping tables located in either Joe Walton Stadium, the Charles L. Sewall Center or the RMU Island Sports Center or athletic training rooms.

2. Ice bags and ice

3. Water or some form of liquid and cups

4. Crutches and splints

Treatments are limited to student-athletes accompanied by an athletic trainer or a physician's prescription. Please call ahead and make arrangements if your team is not accompanied by an athletic trainer.