This document provides an introduction to a unit on assessing risk in sport. It outlines the learning objectives, which are to understand the objectives of the unit, the reasons for assessing risk in sport, and the assessment criteria. Maintaining health and safety is important to prevent injury and identify risks. Various methods are discussed for assessing and preventing risks, such as legislation, risk assessments, operating procedures, and national governing body guidelines. The unit will be assessed through 4 assignments involving legislation, completing risk assessments, procedures, and planning a safe coaching session.