Gorge scrambling risk assessment
Gorge walking and scrambling in the Lakes uk Gorge scrambling activities Coniston and Ambleside in the Lakes
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RISK ASSESSMENT � gorge scrambling

Specific areas

Gorge walking (no major obstacles)
Gorge scrambling (minor obstacles and waterfalls)

Gorge walking

Risk involved � walking over slippery loose rocks, wading and swimming through water

Hazards arising from risk � slipping, tripping, falling and submersion in deep cold water.

Effects of hazard � cuts, bruising and in extreme cases broken bones. Possibility of hypothermia. In extreme cases drowning

Risk management � qualified experienced person/instructor to lead the session. Adequate clothing and safety equipment to be worn during session.

Gorge scrambling

Risk involved � walking and scrambling over loose slippery rocks. Scrambling and in some places climbing up, over and under large rocks and waterfalls. Wading and swimming through water.

Hazards arising from risk � slipping, tripping, falling, possibility of being washed down stream and submersion in deep cold water.

Effects of hazard � cuts, bruising and in extreme cases broken bones. Possibility of hypothermia and in extreme cases drowning.

Risk management � qualified experienced person/instructor to lead session. Adequate clothing and safety equipment to be worn during session.