ADVENTURE 21
RISK ASSESSMENT - walking
Specific areas
Low level walking (under 1600 ft)
Moorland walking
High level walking (above 1600 ft)
Low level walking
Risk involved - walking on uneven ground
Hazards arising from risk - tripping, slipping and falling
Effects of hazard - cuts, bruises, sprains and in severe case broken bones
Risk management - suitable footwear to be worn throughout the walk and qualified experienced leader to be on hand.
Moorland walking
Risk involved - walking on uneven rough and exposed terrain
Hazards arising from risk - tripping, falling, becoming disorientated and possibility of exposure to adverse weather.
Effects of hazard - sprains and in severe cases broken bones. Losing way and possible hypothermia
Risk management - suitable footwear to be worn along with adequate clothing for adverse conditions. Qualified experienced walking leader for grade of walk.
High level walk
Risk involved - walking on mountainous, exposed terrain
Hazards arising from risk - tripping, falling becoming disorientated and high possibility of exposure to adverse weather.
Effects of hazard - cuts, bruises, broken bones. Losing way and possible hypothermia leading to death in severe cases.
Risk management - suitable equipment/clothing to be carried/worn. Qualified
walking leader for grade of walk.