Infectious Disease Policy

The aim of this policy is to decrease the risk of exposure to infectious disease whilst at training/competition/grading at events organised by Saber Academy. A number of blood-borne infectious diseases can be transmitted during body contact and collision sports. The more serious include Viral Hepatitis and HIV (AIDS) infection. It is important to remember that the more common diseases, such as the “common cold,” flu and herpes simplex may be spread during body contact sports.