Gorge scrambling risk assessment
Adventure
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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.