Which organization sets minimum safety standards for athletic equipment?

• A. NOCSAE
• B. Medicare
• C. HMO
• D. PPO

Answer: (A)

NOCSAE sets minimum safety standards and testing procedures for athletic equipment. This organization develops specific performance criteria and certifies equipment that meets those standards, such as football helmets and shoulder pads, so manufacturers can label gear with a validity seal. The goal is to ensure protective gear provides predictable protection and helps reduce injury risk for athletes.

Medicare is a federal health insurance program, and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and preferred provider organizations (PPOs) are types of health-care plans. They do not establish or certify safety standards for sports equipment; their focus is on financing and delivering health care.