Welcome to The Game - Safety
Initiatives developed to ensure the safety of players

The New Zealand Rugby Union takes the safety of the game very seriously and have worked alongside the New Zealand ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) to implement a number of initiatives including the requirement that coaches and referees are fully educated in the safe and approved techniques.

RugbySmart
Find out about the initiatives which have been developed to ensure the safety of all those involved in the game.


SmallBlacks
Find out about the initiatives which have been developed specifically for children aged 12 and under.Â