Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club Risk Assessment v1.0 Date: 25/10/2016 Assessors: Graham Swanson, Leigh Murray, Sandy Johnston, Ross McKillop, Garry o’Donnel Review Due: June 2017 DCKC Risk Assessment 1. Purpose This document is a risk assessment conducted by the Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club (DCKC) through its committee, members and coaches. The purpose of this risk assessment is to identify possible hazards to the persons taking part in activities organised through or by DCKC including the club’s members and general public, and to ensure that the measures/controls that the DCKC have in place are sufficient to minimise the chance of injury. It is acknowledged that Kayaking and Canoeing are assumed risk sports and as such it is impossible to completely eliminate all hazards/risks. It is also acknowledged that persons taking part in activities have a responsibility not only for their own safety but also for the safety of other people around them. 2. Context - HSE The H.S.E. promote a Five Steps to Risk Assessment model which provides us with a working model that aids us in identifying hazards, who might be at risk and the controls needed to safeguard those who might be harmed. Step 1 – Look for the hazard /home/website/convert/temp/convert_html/5b456f137f8b9ad1138baaee/document.docx
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Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club Risk Assessment v1.0Date: 25/10/2016 Assessors: Graham Swanson, Leigh Murray, Sandy Johnston, Ross McKillop, Garry o’Donnel Review Due: June 2017
DCKC Risk Assessment1. PurposeThis document is a risk assessment conducted by the Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club (DCKC) through its committee, members and coaches. The purpose of this risk assessment is to identify possible hazards to the persons taking part in activities organised through or by DCKC including the club’s members and general public, and to ensure that the measures/controls that the DCKC have in place are sufficient to minimise the chance of injury. It is acknowledged that Kayaking and Canoeing are assumed risk sports and as such it is impossible to completely eliminate all hazards/risks. It is also acknowledged that persons taking part in activities have a responsibility not only for their own safety but also for the safety of other people around them.
2. Context - HSEThe H.S.E. promote a Five Steps to Risk Assessment model which provides us with a working model that aids us in identifying hazards, who might be at risk and the controls needed to safeguard those who might be harmed.Step 1 – Look for the hazardStep 2 – Decide who might be harmedStep 3 – Evaluate the risks arising from the hazards and decide whether existing precautions are adequate, or should further precautions be requiredStep 4 – Record your findingsStep 5 – Review your assessment from time to time
Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club Risk Assessment v1.0Date: 25/10/2016 Assessors: Graham Swanson, Leigh Murray, Sandy Johnston, Ross McKillop, Garry o’Donnel Review Due: June 2017
3. Context – BCU GuidanceFurther Kayaking and Canoeing guidance was sought from http://www.bcu.org.uk/files/Risk%20Assessment.pdf which clarified 3 key concepts, Generic Risk Assessment, Site/Activity Specific Risk Assessment, Dynamic Risk Assessment and the Safe Person. An extract of BCU guidance is shown below:3.1 Generic Risk Assessment Generic risk assessment is important because it formalises our thinking and gives consistency to the way an organisation works or an event or activity might take place. The disadvantage of a generic risk assessment, written for everyone, is that it can become static and forgotten in practice. It may be read as prescribed by your supervisor but may not be used when you are working during a session. Such risk assessments are useful, for the inexperienced, in managing the unexpected or can help ensure consistency when the same trip or event is run regularly or by different people. They offer basic core principles, which can then be applied and adapted. They can encourage a more proactive approach to preparation, through training and equipment that might be carried.
3.2 Site/Activity Specific Risk Assessment As either a club or centre, activities organised and run by the club or centre, whether voluntarily or commercially, should be risk assessed to ensure that those participating in the activities can do so safely and in order that the club or centre meet the duty of care they carry to make this so. Undertaking this task may therefore require the club or centre to risk assess particular activities, specific sites used by or managed by the club or centre or indeed particular in-river features or structures used by the club or centre for activities.
3.3 Dynamic Risk Management / Risk Assessment The ongoing assessments we make throughout the day or throughout a session, is referred to as ‘the Dynamic Management of Risk’. This is an alternative to generic risk assessment. Dynamic risk assessment is a continuous process of identifying hazards. The risk is assessed and action taken to eliminate or reduce risk. In this way we are continually monitoring and reviewing the rapidly changing circumstances within paddlesport. Leaders take clients, students or friends into POTENTIALLY hazardous environments and situations. This is because they are prepared to accept reasonable levels of risk in order to provide an adventurous and interesting experience. Leaders must, however, seek to minimise the risk. From an outdoor activity point of view Dynamic risk management and assessment should always be complementary to any established generic risk assessment. Arguably as paddlers, in the context of paddler, coach or leader our individual experience and developed understanding and awareness of the environment in which we paddle provides us with the judgement skills to make 'dynamic' on the move decisions relating to both our own and the safety of others.That said however, and given that dynamic risk assessments cannot always be written down, a clearer understanding of the conscious and sub-conscious analysis of risk that goes on in such circumstances is important. Further details of dynamic risk assessment and its 'safe person’ concepts are shown below
3.4 The Safe Person In paddlesport we work and play in an inherently dangerous place. People go there for adventure and it’s not always possible or desirable to take all the dangers away from the environment. The alternative is to direct our efforts into making the person (participant, coach, client or student) safe. This approach is called the ‘safe person concept’. It must be clearly understood, that all leaders of whatever level, have the authority, as well as the duty, to take immediate action in the interest of safety. This is a fundamental part of the safe person concept. The safety of an individual paddling white water or of a group is reliant to a large degree on the self discipline, knowledge and skills of the individual person/s. A safe person has a number of important qualities as shown in diagram.The safe person concept therefore relies on a number of personal attributes together with the right support from paddling colleagues or other coaches allowing for flexibility of response in order to react to unforeseen or changing circumstances. In the end decisions will be made based on underpinning knowledge, skills and experience applied in precise circumstances faced at the time. We all have a responsibility for our own safety and the safety of other paddling colleagues, those of us that are coaches have an additional professional responsibility.
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4. SummaryDCKC believe we must show:
i. That a proper check was done (via discussion/correspondence with instructors, committee members or any other concerning body). ii. Identification of parties who might be affected (normally our club members). iii. All obvious hazards have been taken into consideration. iv. Precautions in place are reasonable and the remaining risk is low.
Additionally DCKC must take action if: i. A hazard is identified that does not have an appropriate control in place for it. ii. An activity is identified that even with appropriate controls, the remaining risk remains too high.
Drumchapel and Clydebank Kayak Club Risk Assessment v1.0Date: 25/10/2016 Assessors: Graham Swanson, Leigh Murray, Sandy Johnston, Ross McKillop, Garry o’Donnel Review Due: June 2017
5. The Risk Assessment ProcessThe following pages list the risks, hazards and controls identified as part of this risk assessment. The risk assessment has been grouped into generic risks and activity/location specific sections for ease of use. Each identified risk/hazard is broken into two groups; severity and frequency with each awarded a score rating. The severity score identifies how serious the hazard/risk is if it were to occur. The frequency score identifies how often that risk/hazard is likely to occur. These scores are then multiplied together to derive the final risk rating. When awarding scores for severity and frequency, existing controls currently in place must be considered. For example, consider a novice paddler going surfing without supervision. The severity rating is likely to be 4, but with proper instructor supervision, this score would probably become 1 (i.e. the instructor would recognise conditions are beyond the paddlers capability and not allow them to participate in the particular activity). The scoring system for each item is as follows:
Severity :The severity score is a number between 1 and 4 and defines the severity of risk/hazard when it happens. The severity scoring system is as follows: 1 = Trivial 3 = Medical Treatment Required (e.g. Casualty, Hospital)2 = First aid injury (e.g. Small cuts and bruises). 4 = Serious or risk of death (e.g. serious injury)
Frequency: The frequency score is a number between 1 and 4 that defines the likely frequency of the risk/hazard actually happening. The frequency scoring system is as follows: 1 = Rare / Unlikely 3 = Common / Very likely2 = Occasional / Likely 4 = Routine / Certain Risk Rating
The final risk rating is evaluated by multiply the score in severity (a) with the score in frequency (b). This results in the final risk rating defined as: 1 Trivial 2 - 3 Tolerable 4 Moderate 6 - 8 Serious 9 - 12 Substantial 13 -16 Intolerable
DCKC shall take action if the final risk rating score is greater than 6. If the final risk rating falls in the intolerable group, it’s essential that the activity in question is ceased immediately until sufficient controls are in place to manage the risk effectively. In the likelihood that a control cannot manage that risk, then the activity shall be permanently ceased. Any new additional controls must be circulated to all club instructors and members through the various DCKC communications. This includes club session briefings.
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5.2 Using the Risk AssessmentRisk Assessment is provided to give leaders and participants guidance as to the standards and precautions to be expected when taking part in Club activities. It is designed to ensure that everyone can have fun on the water in the knowledge that they are protected from harm to a reasonable degree. It does not guarantee safety but it gives sensible advice to minimise risk. Coaches and Trip Leaders will need to carry out dynamic risk assessments throughout the activity and act appropriately when circumstances are not covered by this document.This risk assessment is designed to operate in tandem with the club’s safety policy and the declarations made in the membership form or participation statement.
Generic risk assessmentRisk that could be present for the majority of paddling activities
Site / Activity specific risks “Risk To” example categories7.1 Pool7.2 Loch Lomond7.3 Pinkston – Club Wednesday sessions7. 4 Sea (& Surf)7.5 White Water7.6 Social Events
5.3 Limitations of Club LiabilityAs a member of the club, members (and their guests or visitors) may use club premises, facilities and equipment entirely at their own risk and implicitly accept that:
the club does not accept liability for any loss or damage to personal property; Kayaking and Canoeing are assumed risk sports which carry risk of accident and injury; Canals,open water and the outdoor environment, including Loch Lomond, may present a risk of illness including Weil’s Disease and Lyme
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.1 Boat racks (Outdoors Store / Pool or Loch Store)
Lifting injury as a result of lifting boats.Falling objects (boats).Slipping/falling off racksTripping over boats on floorPoorly stacked boats falling on peopleCuts from sharp edges
Impact CoachesMembersHelpers
2 2 4 BCU manual handling briefings and recommendations.Pairing up.Annual inspection and repair of racks.Signage to stop juniors removing high level boats.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.2 Car Park Being run over or hit by a car. Lifting injuries from lifting kayaks to & from car roof racks.Falling or trippingCuts from broken glass and rubbish in car park.
Impact CoachesMembersHelpersPublic
3 1 3 BCU manual handling briefings and recommendations.Pairing up.Duty coach to enforce sensible parking in car park.Coaches to monitor car park for broken glass and remove.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.3 Moving Boats in Store/To Cars/Venue(Note There may be further Venue/Activity Assessment)
Personal injury – Manual handling
Back injury
CoachesMembersHelpersPublic
2 2 4 Use best practice in manual handling when moving boats. Ensure boats do not obstruct pathways. Take care not to injure other park users when carrying boats. Coaches to supervise movement of boats. Novice members to be given instruction in manual handling techniques
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.4 Transport Transportation of boats. Loss of boats in transit. Theft or loss of kit.Damage to other road users propertyInjury of pedestrians (if a boat falls off in transit)
Fatality or major injury
CoachesMembersHelpersPublic
4 1 4 For transportation boats are usually carried on roof racks or loaded into vans.Roof racks should be securely fixed to vehicles and boats should be securely tied to roof racks using straps. Novice members to be given instruction in the use of straps.Training in manual handling / boat loading to be a part of all introductory club sessions.All cars used for transport on trips to have full insurance and valid MOT certificate.DCKC has annual third party fire and theft insurance for club boats and kit within the outdoor stores.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
4 1 4 “Racing” not encouraged.Organisers allocate adequate time/contingency
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.6 Transport -Club Trailers
Club trailersLoading – weightSecuring – various people will tie on boats (final check)Trailing straps – caught in wheelsMudguards sprayTyres – depth / Pressure
Fatality MembersPublic
4 1 4 Spare tyresDrivers personal responsibility for lighting checks each time.Drivers also have responsibility to ensure that boats are securely tied on and that tyres are correctly inflated
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.7 Kayaking and Canoeing
Drowning risk (Generic Risk)
Drowning
CoachesMembers
4 1 4 Buoyancy aids must be worn at all times on or near water. Kayaks to meet BCU standards (minimum buoyancy, end grabs etc.).All participants given a pre-session briefing detailing action to be taken in the event of a capsizeAll BAs to be correct size for participantChecks to be made by coaches
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.8 Kayaking and Canoeing
Drowning Risk (Non-swimmers)Participating or observing
Drowning
Observers 4 1 4 Reminder to observers/provision of safety equipment
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.9 Kayaking and Canoeing
Entrapment in closed cockpit kayak due to capsizeIncreased Drowning risk with entrapment in Neoprene Spraydeck
Drowning
CoachesMembers
4 2 8 Spraydecks to have grabloopsTrainingSupervision, leader and coaching (evaluate paddler)Signage (e.g. “Neoprene Spraydecks not for general use. Only use if experienced and trained in their use”)
4x1 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
6.10 Kayaking and Canoeing
Collision with other paddlers/water users.
Impact injuries
CoachesMembersOther Kayakers
2 2 4 Equipment used to be properly sized and adjusted for participants
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.11 Kayaking and Canoeing
Capsize resulting in head injuries.
Head injury
CoachesMembers
3 2 6 Helmets should be worn in environments where this is a possibility, eg surf or white water.Sea kayak Coach/Leader where no helmets available to manage landings (e.g. sand v rocks / staged landings with helpers / rafted options / delay / change of landing location)
2 x 2 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
6.12 Kayaking and Canoeing
Cuts and or grazes to feet from objects on lake bed or shore. Injuries from trips and slips
Cuts Coaches and session participants
2 2 4 Appropriate footwear to be worn at all times.Plan entry/exit
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.13 Kayaking and Canoeing or general activity
Pre-Existing Medical ConditionMembers could suffer from an allergic reaction, asthma or onset of any other pre-existing condition such as asthma, epilepsy, heart condition
Varies with condition
CoachesMembers
3 1 3 As part of club induction process members and participants are asked about pre-existing injuries. They are made aware that it is their duty to inform their coaches of any medical conditions or pre-existing injuries (for example, asthma) that may be relevant and it is their responsibility to take the lead in deciding what action needs to be taken.Members and participants are advised to have the appropriate medicines easily available (for example, inhaler).Trip leaders encouraged to ask about medical conditions at initial briefing.Coaches/Leader to ensure appropriate medicines are easily available or not allow such paddlers afloat. Note: Coaches, trip leaders and first aiders cannot normally dispense medication for internal use.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.14 Kayaking and Canoeing
Leptospirosis and other water borne viruses including blue/green algae (infection)
Infection CoachesMembers
3 1 3 Brief participants to wash hands and face before eating, cover any open wounds, do not drink the water. Shower after contact with water.Weil’s Disease guidance issued to members on joining.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.15 Kayaking and Canoeing
Hypothermia (Generic Risk)Weather conditions resulting in exposure / hypothermiaCasualties boat may be blown/drift off course – paddler unable to control
Hypothermia
CoachesMembers
3 3 9 All coaches and session participants to wear clothing appropriate for the conditions.Checks on clothing to be made by coaches, and judgement calls to be upheld.Coach would normally carry thermal blanket / bivvy bag / group shelter for conditions.Members actively encouraged to carry spare clothing in dry bag and warm drinkSet boundaries for venue where possible
3 x 1 = 3
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
6.16 Kayaking and Canoeing
Heat stroke / Dehydration
Heat stroke
CoachesMembers
3 1 3 Education of participants to carry drinks/water.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.17 Kayaking and Canoeing
Ailment, Fatigue, Injury leading to unable to paddle
Group stranded.
Members 2 1 2 Trip leader / members recommended to consider need for towing including towing system available.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.18 Kayaking and Canoeing
Lightning StrikePaddlers on loch/sea are often the highest object
Fatality Members 4 1 4 Seek cover (i.e. Land).Planning and weather check.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.19 Kayaking and Canoeing
Unauthorised boat use by strangers leading to injury
Multiple potential injury mech-anisms
Casual park users
4 1 4 Unused boats to be returned to the store or secured to stop unauthorised use
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.20 Using Club Equipment
No longer fit for purpose (e.g. broken)Faulty equipment – (e.g. boat with a skeg that doesn’t go back up can made boat control in open water more difficult)Hygiene factor too – how frequently is clothing washedBuoyancy in river kayaks – particularly relevant on loch/river if there is a capsize.Should be able to be appropriately adjusted for user – poor posture, increased risk of strains
Cuts
Increased risk of follow on incident
Infection
Muscle strain
Muscle strain
CoachesMembers
2 2 4 All ‘personal protective equipment’ should be checked to ensure it is intact, not excessively worn, and is ‘fit for purpose’.There is a system for the inspection, care and maintenance of equipment.Non suitable equipment should be immediately disposed of and replaced as soon as possibleThere should be a range of sizes available, including items that fit children, and small, Medium and Large & X-Large sizes.Equipment to be repaired the attach notice for out of use and advise equipment officer
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.21 Learning to Roll Personal injury increased risk of drowning / entrapment / head injury in shallow waterRisk of hypothermia – duration of practice / amount of time in waterMuscle strains / injury
Drowning, Head Injury, Hypothermia,Muscle strain
CoachesMembers
2 2 4 Ensure rolling tuition undertaken in safe depth of water. Consider wearing of helmet.Practice in suitable depth close to shore – check ability to swim to bank if required. Paired with kayaker capable of rescue skillsHot showers at Loch Lomond – ideally wear drysuit with suitable underlayers – neoprene cap (retain heat when head wet).Coach introduction and pre-training.
2 x 1 = 2
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
6.22 Coach to student ratio
Unable to manage numbers of students.
Multiple injury mechanisms
Possible capsize / injuries
3 2 6 Club SOP deals with club procedures including trip leaders assessing numbers based on trip/weather and other variable factors.Coach/Trip leader to evaluate as required via dynamic risk assessment.No set maximum ratio is considered appropriate.
2 x 2 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
6.23 First Aid Blood-bourne disease passed whilst administering 1st aid.
Blood -bourne disease
First AidersMembers
3 1 3 First aid courses include risk and suggest mask / gloves.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.24 First Aid Absence of first aider on club trip
Un-treated First aid injury
Club members 2 1 2 SOP covers first aid.First aid is an 'after the injury has occurred' control.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
6.25 All club activities Children welfareVulnerable group welfare
Inappropriate contact/ behaviours
Vulnerable groups / Children
N/A N/A N/A Executive committee PVG passedCoaches PVG passedExtensive PVG procedures based on SCA guidance incorporated in club SOP and other procedures.
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7: Site and Situation Specific Risk Assessment7.1 Pool (Including Polo)
Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.1.1 Transporting boats around from store
Traffic (Road Traffic Accident)Impact from boat trolley
Crush CoachesMembersHelpersPublic
3 1 3 Adult must be in charge of moving blue trolley.Street lighting.Speed limits on roads.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.2 Equipment storage and moving equipment in pool store
Crush and manual handing injuriesImpact from blue Trolley falling in store / poolside
Crush CoachesMembersHelpers
2 1 2 Ensure Boat racks are maintainedBoats are stored & restrained safelyAdults remove and replace boats
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.3 Equipment Fire – Exits blocked by craft
Fatality MembersPublic
4 1 4 Fire exit area to be kept clear of craft.Pool fire management systemsIn event fire could clear area.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.4 Equipment Trip hazards around pool.
Impact / Falls
MembersPublic
2 2 4 Member on duty to enforce equipment safety around poolside
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.5 Moving about poolside / pool edge Poolside
Slipping on poolside resulting in fall and injury.
.
CoachesMembersPublic
2 2 4 Adhere to pool rules.Adequate BCU coach supervision (must be 1 present where U18’s present)Lifeguard cover.Limit on numbers in pool.Pool has first aid kits
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.1.6 Moving and emptying canoes
Manual Handling of Kayaking and Canoeing equipment.
Back injury
Members 2 1 2 Airbags in rear to reduce boat weightEarly induction/training of novices to introduce manual handling concepts.Young children to work in pairs or seek help.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.7 Other participants Impact injuries from craft or paddle
Impact Members 2 2 4 Teach safety and awareness Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.8 Pool Sessions with swimmers in water
Swimmer/Paddler collisions
Impact Members 2 1 2 Ensure non paddlers (due to the nature/structure of the session) are not in the pool and on the pool side being aware of where the boats are
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.9 Pool session (coached including games and raft running)
Head injuries Impact Members 4 1 4 Games to be closely supervised and participants warned about dangers from paddles/bats and competitive games
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.10 Kayaking and Canoeing / Swimming
Drowning Drowning
Members 4 1 4 Ensure participants can swim.Teach capsize drillLifeguard on duty at all sessionsClub encourages FSRT trainingSpray decks are maintained. No club neoprene decks at pool.Boats are maintained and easy to exit
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.11 Use of swimming pool
Common swimming pool issues:- Eardrum damage- inner ear infection
Loss of hearing
Members 3 1 3 Pool hygiene procedures. Risk is within acceptable levels.
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
Canoe Polo7.1.20 Canoe Polo Slip, trip or fall for
referee (focussing on game)
Falling injuries
Referee 2 1 2 Pool side kept clear of obstacles. Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.21 Canoe Polo Skeletal or muscular injury. E.g. from paddling, recovery strokes or throwing
Injury Players 2 2 4 Warm up.Teach correct movement
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.1.22 Canoe Polo Impact from Canoe Impact injury
Players 2 3 6 Wear helmets, faceguards, buoyancy aids during full contact sessionsObey referee and rules during contact gamesPushing against pool side highlightedPadding on nose/tail of boats where available (not essential)
2 x 2 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.1.23 Canoe Polo Cuts or injury from paddle
Cut Players 2 1 2 Not all paddles are polo compliant (e.g edge thickness). Clarify responsibilities. Manage aggression levels.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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7.2 Loch Lomond (and River Leven)
Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.2.1 Struck by vehicle in Slipway car park
RTA / Vehicle impact Vehicle Impact
MembersHelpersPublic
4 2 8 Coach or adult helper to monitor movement of vehicles and people (including children). Under 10’s accompanied by parent/guardian.Comply with local traffic managementSpeed limits apply and near junctions/roundabout.Limited ability to reach high speed.
3 x 1 = 3
7.2.2 Seal launching from Jetties
Impact with pierImpact with other kayak
Musculoskeletal injury
Members 3 1 3 Only when supervisedTraining
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.2.3 Paddling on Loch Jetski Impact injury
MembersPublic
3 1 3 Coach leader to have awareness and take suitable precautions eg keep group close together
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.2.4 Paddling on Loch Flying Boat Impact injury
MembersPublic
4 1 4 Coach leader to have awareness and take suitable precautions eg keep group close together. Guidance in SOP.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.2.5 Injury from missiles on the canal/river bank
Impact from thrown objects
Impact injury from thrown objects
Members 2 1 2 The river passes through town areas. Unfortunately sometimes missiles can be thrown at paddlers.Paddlers should be made aware of occasional verbal abuse and throwing of missiles by members of the public (usually young people).Paddlers are advised not to confront anyone shouting abuse/throwing things.Police to be called if serious incident arises. 999 if immediate risk, 101 if not
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.2.6 River Paddle Conflict with other river usersThe loch and River Leven are well used by other boats and fishermen.The river is a popular fishing spot, so members must be able to spot and avoid fishing lines. Try to give fishermen a bit of space - they will appreciate it.
Fish hook in skin.
Threat/ actual violence.
Verbal abuse.
Members 2 1 2 Coach/leader to communicate with fishermen to ascertain route past
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.2.7 River Paddle Fishing Lines (Entanglement)
Drowning Members 4 1 4 Avoidance of trees (where fishing lines tend to be caught) is standard river practice.Leadership, Briefing.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.2.8 River Paddle Weir on River Leven (Balloch)Weir (Dumbarton)
DrowningImpact injuries
Members 2 1 2 Normal egress to cars is above Dumbarton weir.Weir not present at High Water.Floats protect Balloch Weir.Helmets normally worn on rivers (Not always)
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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7.3 PinkstonRef Activity (Task) or
LocationRisk
(Hazards)Potential
InjuryRisk To Severity
1/2/3/4Likelihood
1/2/3/4Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.3.1 Parking and moving kit
Car park injury Impact injuries
Members 3 1 3 General care by participantsPark in marked baysLocal traffic management.Small area limits impact speed.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.3.2 Observing / Moving Gates
Fall from height into empty channel
Fall from height.
ObserversMembers
3 2 6 ***** When pumps off and moving gates at bottom of course especiallySegregated path by PinkstonNormally adjust gates with pumps running (not always)(Note as site is publicly accessible we have no control of risk to general public)
3 x 1 = 1
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.3.6 Kayaking and Canoeing – Top Pool
Top pool stopper - stuck in as swimmer or in boat.
Drowning MembersGuest Paddlers
3 2 6 Emergency StopBuddy paddlingOption to launch below upper pool.Once exited boat swimmer with BA should be able to breath/make progress to edge.
3 x 1 = 3
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.3.7 Kayaking and Canoeing Channel
Pinning - Plastic boulders (in awkward position often near current) Boat horizontal.
Drowning MembersGuest Paddlers
4 1 4 Emergency StopBuddy paddling
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.3.8 Swimming channel
Striking underwater blocks
Impact injury
MembersGuest Paddlers
2 4 8 BA and helmet worn at all times including deliberate swimming.Supervision and coaching prior to deliberate swim.Defensive swimming techniques.Blocks are (relatively) rounded) compared to actual rocks.
2 x 2 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.3.9 Kayaking and Canoeing Channel and Basin
Collision (other boats). Give way to downstream paddler
Impact MembersGuest Paddlers
2 3 6 Although no formal limit on paddler numbers is set the responsible person may see fit to limit numbers (e.g. one on one off etc). The course allows multiple paddling locations.Teach etiquette to watch upstream and to give way from upstream.
2 x 2 = 4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.3.10 Kayaking and Canoeing Channel and Basin
Unobserved swim with paddlers caught in boat and reaches bottom basin / eddy
Drowning MembersGuest Paddlers
4 1 4 Buddy paddling.Paddler development includes safe exit from craft.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.3.11 Guest Paddlers Unknown illness/allergy
Varies Guest Paddlers
2 1 2 Guest paddlers won’t have completed membership form including medical conditions.Pinkston is close to full A&E hospital and ambulance service.Pinkston ESO from club should ask.Guest clubs come as a group.See also 6.13
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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7.4 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing (Including Surf)Ref Activity (Task) or
LocationRisk
(Hazards)Potential
InjuryRisk To Severity
1/2/3/4Likelihood
1/2/3/4Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.4.1 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
Drowning Drowning Club Member 4 1 4 All members at all time on the water/adjacent to water (coaching) to wear a PFD.Coaching/Leader supervision.Instruction and information to be given to new members before entering the water (as to rescue procedures).Coach / leader to plan and evaluate water conditions before entering.Capsize drill to be coached prior to trip.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.4.2 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
All paddlers in water and unable to re-enter craft
Drowning Club Member 4 1 4 Self-rescue and all in rescue should be taught on club nights.
7.4.3 Beach launch/Landing
Impact/Collision with other paddlers/water users/ impact with shore.
Bruise/ Impact
Club MembersOther surf/beach users
3 3 9 Instructor briefing on arrival at beach. Inspection of weather, tide & surf conditions.Appropriate safety equipment (helmets, PFD, footwear).Do not exceed paddler’s limits (instructor discretion).Helmets to be work when surfing or approaching a beach etc. in moderate or higher sea state.
2x3=6
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.4.4 Walking from car to water.
Slip, Trip, Fall SprainStrain
Club Members 2 3 6 Parking place to be planned for trips.Route and access to water to be discussed.
2x2=4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.4.5 Moving loaded craft
Manual Handling of boats / Equipment.
Musculo-skeletal SprainStrain
Club Members 2 3 6 Training in manual handling to be a part of all beginners sessions and repeated occasionally for other club members.Use of correct lifting techniquesMinimise lifting and carrying by; sharing, use of slings, trolleys, minimal carry distance.Group working/team handling.
2x2=4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.4.6 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
Weather exposure (Summer)
Sunburn and De-hydration
Club Members 3 1 3 Coach/instructor to Plan for weather conditions.Provide information an instruction as to weather conditions.Participants to be reminded of the need to carry drinks/water/wear hat and cover exposed skin.Coach /instructor to carry sun tan lotion.
2x1=2
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.4.7 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
First Aid injuries caused by abrasions, impact with environment, waste materials (flotsam and jetsam)
Cuts, blisters, bruising impact muscle strain
Club Members 1 4 4 Coaches/Instructors to plan routes on water and land.Coaches/Leaders trained in first aid and carry a first aid kit.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.4.8 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
Weather exposure /winter
Hypo-thermia
Club Members 3 3 9 Coach/instructor to Plan for weather conditions.Provide information an instruction as to weather conditions.Coach should carry spare hat, gloves, emergency shelter, spare hot drink.Participants to be reminded of the need to wear clothing appropriate for the conditions and to carry additional clothing.
3x2=6
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.4.9 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
Paddling RSI or similar. Often through poor technique (trunk rotation) or through a stepping up in distance without training/experience/technique
Exhaustion leading to injury (e.g. drowning)
Club Members 2 4 8 Appropriate coaching techniques for paddling.Ensure proper stretching and warm up routine is carried out as an integral introduction to every paddle.Ensure training in rescue techniques that avoid excessive strain when handling waterlogged boats and heavy paddlers in the water.Coach/Leader to carry tow line.
2x3=6
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
7.4.10 Sea Kayaking and Canoeing
Entanglement/Entrapment with own equipment / seaweed / nets
Drowning Club Members 3 1 3 Coaches/Leaders to plan route.Coach/Leader to carry a knife.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.4.11 Contact with wild life (insects jelly fish)
Stings Sting Club Members 2 1 2 Coach/Leader to carry first aid kit and fresh/potable water.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.4.12 Camping Injury from group fire Burn Club Members 3 1 3 Supervision by experienced/older participants where junior members are present.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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7.5 White Water River (Kayak / OC)Ref Activity (Task) or
LocationRisk
(Hazards)Potential
InjuryRisk To Severity
1/2/3/4Likelihood
1/2/3/4Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.5.1 Paddler inexperience
Personal safety /Group safety
DrowningImpact
Members 4 1 4 Appointed trip leader(s)Trip leader(s) to assess suitability of participantsEncourage WWSR attendance once above Grade 2 paddling(Note: inexperience is often a contributing factor to incidents)
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.2 Rubbish Cuts, other injuriesEnvironment
Cuts Members 2 2 4 Trip leader may direct group to avoid risk.Take first aid kitTake own rubbish home
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.3 River Bank Slipping on steps when launching or exiting from main river.Falling Injuries / Falling into river
Slips, trip, falls
Members 2 2 4 Wear buoyancy aid at all timesWear appropriate footwear
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.4 Personal Muscular injury Muscular injury
Members 2 2 4 Leader should encourage warm upTeach correct movementTeach portage techniques
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.5 Paddling Collision with other paddlers
Impact injury
Members 2 2 4 Teach safety and awarenessWatch out for other craftMove out of the way of other water users.Consider an “upstream spotter” in very busy playspots.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.6 Paddling Exhaustion (Generic) Sequential injury from original equipment failure.
Members 3 1 3 Take regular breaksTake suitable food and drink for tripConsider group members when planning length of trip
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.5.7 Equipment Poor equipment leading to Breakage / Loss
Sequential injury from original equipment failure.
Members 2 1 2 Equipment is maintainedPaddler knowledge of kit capabilitiesAirbags in boat
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.8 Kayaking and Canoeing
Drowning (Generic) Drowning Members 4 1 4 Ensure participants can swim and wear a buoyancy aidTeach capsize drillAppropriate safety equipment (helmets, PFD). Weather protection (cags, etc). Sensible footwear to be worn by all.Require that all members are competent swimmers. Instruct on capsize drill, rolling and swimming in moving water. Teach rescue techniques. Carry appropriate rescue equipment.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.9 Kayaking and Canoeing - Equipment
Entrapment in boat (Generic)
Drowning Members 4 1 4 Teach capsize drill and rollingBoats are maintained and easy to exitSpray decks are maintained
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.10 Kayaking and Canoeing
Capsize resulting in head injuries.Rocks leading to head injury / Unconsciousness
Impact injuryDrowning
Members 4 1 4 Appropriate helmet for Canoeing/Kayaking available from club.Leader to assess fit/tightness of helmet.Adopt correct position when capsized and when swimming.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.5.11 Kayaking and Canoeing
Rocks leading to PinningInjuries
Breaks to limb or spinal injury
Members 4 1 4 Safety equipment availableDo not paddle alone (ideal group size is 3 or more)Wear helmetFirst aid equipment availableClub boats up to Grade 4 limit. If paddling Grade 4 or 5, then awareness of footpeg/footplate design will be within a grade paddlers knowledge.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.12 Kayaking and Canoeing
Submerged items leading to Entrapment /Pinning /Injuries
Drowning Members 4 1 4 Avoid paddling close to banks/treesKnowledge of water flowsWear helmetDo not paddle aloneAvoid rocks by good leadership and paddling. Know how to cope with broaching on a rock. Group leaders know how to rescue from pins.Swimming techniques – defensive and aggressive.Selection of river grade/power by trip leader/coach.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.13 Kayaking and Canoeing
Locks / Weirs, Recirculating hydraulics
Drowning Members 4 1 4 CLAP principle is taught to trip leaders/coaches.Experienced person to inspect weir/hydraulics before paddling into them.Use appropriate white water equipment.Throwlines carried.Use of river guidebooks.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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Ref Activity (Task) or Location
Risk(Hazards)
Potential Injury
Risk To Severity1/2/3/4
Likelihood1/2/3/4
Risk Rating SxL(1-16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.5.14 Kayaking and Canoeing
Stoppers / holes leading to Drowning
Drowning Members 4 1 4 Good leadership and paddlingTeach methods for paddling through and in stoppersTeach method for swimming in and rescue from stoppersSafety equipment readily availableGroup awareness
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.15 Kayaking and Canoeing
Paddler contacts trees in river e.g.Caught in strainer
Drowning Members 4 1 4 CLAP – line of sight and avoidance/anticipation.Avoid trees in river - trip leader.Trip briefing.Knowledge of swimming techniques.Clean body principle (straps/ropes) to reduce risk of entanglement.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.16 Kayaking and Canoeing
Rescuer / chase boater struggle to move or empty boat
Back injury
Members 2 2 4 Air bags (rear)Buoyancy (Front) where possibleClub boats Grade 4 limit.Buoyancy in club canoes
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.17 Heavy boats (full/in current)
Moving craft during incidentManual handling injuries
Back injury
Members 2 2 4 Teach and use correct lifting and rescue techniques.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.18 Equipment Ropes and equipment(Including if left in situ / across river)
Drowning MembersOther paddlers
4 1 4 Learn how to use throwlines and chest harnesses properly. Carry knife.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.19 Open Canoeing Kneeling Thwart / Seat entrapment
Drowning Members 4 1 4 Aim to add QRKT to club boatsEncourage paddlers to carry a saw, make them aware of the possibility of this type of entrapment
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.5.20 Open Canoeing Bear Trap Pinning Drowning Members 4 1 4 Briefing to include importance of not being downstream of capsized open canoe.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
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7.6 Social EventsRef Activity (Task) or
LocationRisk
(Hazards)Potential
InjuryRisk To Severity
1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Likelihood1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Risk Rating S x L (1-
16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.6.1 Ceilidh Injury Slip, Trip, Fall, Impact
Participants 2 1 2 Mix of imbibing and non-drinking adultsCeilidh band experience.
Risk is within acceptable levels. Additional controls have been identified
7.7Peer (or Friends) TripsRef Activity (Task) or
LocationRisk
(Hazards)Potential
InjuryRisk To Severity
1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Likelihood1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Risk Rating S x L (1-
16)
Precautions /Control Measures in Place
Final Evaluation
7.7.1 Trip All risks highlighted in sections 6.1 to 7.5
All injury mechanisms in sections 6.1 to 7.5
Participants 4 2 8 Peer trips do not form part of club activities and are beyond the scope of this risk assessment.Guidance on borrowing club equipment is provided for members and it is their responsibility to ensure their activities are within their experiences.The guidance provided cannot be enforced by the club, committee or its representatives.By highlighting the peer/club trip status participants can assess their own capabilities.
4x1=4
Controls have made activity safe to within acceptable levels
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Emergency procedures
1. Contact Emergency Services – POLICE / FIRE / AMBULANCE, by dialling 999.2. Non-emergency calls – dial 101. Club emergency points of contact – See 5.3. All coaches and trip leaders are trained first aiders4. Club advisors –Sandy Johnston’s telephone number is : 07962226280