Section 8: Safety Considerations
JJIF Fighting's light-contact striking rule (vs full-contact alternatives) substantially reduces concussion risk. Mandatory headgear for Junior categories adds protection. Phase 2 throws + Phase 3 groundwork carry standard combat-grappling injury risk (shoulder, knee, neck strain). JJIF requires on-site team physician + EMT + ambulance at international championship level. AED on-site. Concussion protocol: SCAT-5 assessment + multi-stage return-to-competition clearance. Skin-infection screening before mat use. Equipment inspection pre-match.