ADVENTURE 21
RISK ASSESSMENT – mountain biking
Specific areas
Road riding
Off road riding
Road to off road/off road to road
Road riding
Risk involved – other road users and not understanding basic road safety
Hazards arising from risk – collision with other road users
Effects of hazard – cuts, bruises, broken bones and in severe cases death
Risk management – pre session instruction from qualified experienced person/instructor, check of equipment and safety equipment worn throughout the ride
Off road riding
Risk involved – other track users and riding on uneven surfaces
Hazards arising from risk – collision with other users and falling of bike
Effects of hazard – cuts, bruises, broken bones and in severe cases death
Risk management – pre session instruction from qualified experienced person/instructor, check of equipment and safety equipment worn throughout the ride
Road to off road and off road to road riding
Risk involved – changes in riding conditions
Hazards arising from risk - loss of control of bike
Effects of hazard – cuts, bruises, broken bones and in severe cases death
Risk management – pre session instruction from qualified experienced person/instructor who has prior knowledge of the route to be taken.