U10 - Hazards & Actions (Partner Activity)

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HAZARD = UNEVEN TERRAIN - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Wear correct footwear (good grip)

• Avoid sudden drops

• Adjust route when needed.

• Trip staff will monitor the participants

• Wear trousers

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HAZARD = HEAVY RAIN - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Wear appropriate clothing for this weather

• Wear layers to keep warm.

• Trip Leader to check weather report before the walk.

• Postpone the trip if the weather is too bad.

• Bring sun cream

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HAZARD = DOG WALKERS - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Do not approach.

• Let the animal pass and return to the owner.

• First aid if needed

• Postpone the trip if too busy

• Wear long sleeved clothing

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HAZARD = WILDLIFE - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Participants are advised to stay away.

• Avoid approach nests

• Never approach their young / offspring.

• Do not feed

• Participants to bring own medicine (if needed)

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HAZARD = ROADS - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Avoid crossing

• If approaching, move out the way

• Walk in direction of traffic to view upcoming vehicles

• Avoid high grass, bushy areas

• Participants will be removed from activity if/when possible

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HAZARD = WRONG FOOTWEAR - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Avoid wearing new shoes/boots

• Avoid wearing ones with no grip.

• Ankle Support needed to prevent ankle sprains

• Don't pop blisters

• Wear walking socks

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HAZARD = INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOUR - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Trip staff will monitor the participants

• Set ground rules

• Warned and possible removal from activity.

• Wear appropriate clothing

• Possible 999 emergency call if injury is severe.  

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HAZARD = HOT WEATHER - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Water bottles needed

• Wear hats and appropriate breathable clothing

• Sun Cream

• Regular breaks in shady areas

• Adjust route when needed.

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HAZARD = MUDDY GROUND - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Wear correct footwear (good grip)

• Don’t rush across this hazard, control running pace.

• Adjust route when needed.

• Bring spare clothes if needed

• Participants will be removed from activity if/when possible

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HAZARD = INSECT BITS - What ACTIONS could you do to prevent injuries from this hazard?

• Wear long sleeved clothing

• Advised to Wear trousers

• Use insect repellent spray (if needed)

• Bring spare clothes if needed

• Avoid walking in long grass or bushes