- Recognise – learn the symptoms and signs of concussion
- Remove – if a player has suspected concussion he or she should be removed from play immediately
- Refer – refer to a qualified healthcare professional.
- Rest – players must rest from exercise until symptom free and then start a Graduated Return to Play (GRIP).
- Recover – full recovery from the concussion is required before return to play is authorized
- Return – the player should complete the GRIP protocol