This document discusses understanding risks and hazards associated with sports participation. It defines a risk as a chance that something unpleasant or dangerous may happen, and a hazard as something that could be dangerous. Sports carry risks that instructors must minimize through various safety measures. These include ensuring proper equipment, facilities, clothing, warmup, first aid availability, and obeying rules to reduce injuries, illnesses, violence and other issues. The document also notes legal duties to ensure safety for all participants.