Transcript Climb On Safely - Trek Safely

Trek
Safely
George Crowl
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The Problem
Accidents
Close calls (indications of a potential
accident)
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The Response
Scouting is responsible for the safety of all
trek participants.
Trek Safely is designed to promote safety
and help prevent accidents.
Accidents occur when Trek Safely
procedures are not followed.
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The Policy
Youth and adult leaders:
Should appreciate potential hazards that
may be encountered
Take steps to reduce risks
Adherence to seven points
of Trek Safely will avoid
most significant risks
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Overview
Qualified supervision
Keep fit
Plan ahead
Gear up
Communicate clearly and
completely
Monitor conditions
Discipline
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1. Qualified Supervision
Mature and conscientious adult, 21 or over
Accepts responsibility for safety of group
Two adults minimum (one 21)
One person first aid trained
ARC Wilderness
First Aid / CPR
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2. Keep Fit
Class 2 or 3 medical record if over 72 hours
Accidents are often related to individual
health conditions
Review the medical records
Adjust the trek and activities
to reduce individual risk
Have a regular fitness regimen. Start slowly
and increase the exercise
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3. Plan Ahead
Trek should match
Maturity
Skill Level
Fitness
Obtain required permits
(public / private)
Leave No Trace training
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4. Gear Up
Check for proper equipment and
clothing
Every crew has first-aid kit and
water
Reminder to bring and take
medications
Train in specialized equipment
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5. Communicate
Clearly and Completely
Know what to expect and what is expected
Talk to each other
Itinerary
Shared with parents
Changes given to contact person
Changes passed on
Consider carrying cell phone or radio
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6. Monitor Conditions
Leaders make good decisions
Check weather, terrain, morale, food, water
and physical condition
If adverse conditions develop, stop or turn
back
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7. Discipline
Participants — know, understand, respect
rules and procedures
Teach before the outing
Review immediately prior to the activity
Teach the reason why
Follow instructor’s
directions
Be strict and fair
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Resources
Passport to High Adventure (#4310 / 18-075)
Fieldbook, #33200
MBPs—Backpacking, Camping, Canoeing,
Cycling, Hiking, Horsemanship, Small-Boat
Sailing, Swimming, Whitewater
Personal Health and Medical
Record Forms—Class 1 / 2,
#34414; Class 3, #34412
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Planning Exercise
Five-day backpacking, Rockies, July
1000 miles travel, adequate funds
Crew has four young men, three young
women, two men, one woman
Develop a plan. Use all seven elements.
Include all BSA requirements.
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Summary
Qualified supervision
Keep fit
Plan ahead
Gear up
Communicate clearly and
completely
Monitor conditions
Discipline
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Questions?
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