Safety by the Water
A Visual Guide to Our Angling Event Risk Management
7-16
Age of Participants
7
Supervisors
(2 Lead Coaches & 5 Volunteers)
100%
Commitment to Safety
Initial Hazard Analysis
Before implementing any safety measures, we first identify and rank potential hazards. This chart shows the initial risk level of each hazard, allowing us to prioritize our safety planning effectively. 'High' risk items receive the most attention.
Our Proactive Control Measures
👟 Slips, Trips & Falls
- Area assessed for hazards
- Appropriate footwear required
- Constant monitoring by volunteers
💧 Drowning Risk
- Strict 'no-go' zones enforced
- High supervision ratio
- Rescue equipment accessible
- Buoyancy aids for young children
🎣 Equipment Injury
- Mandatory safety briefing
- Safe casting demonstration
- Use of barbless hooks
- Close supervision on handling
☀️ Adverse Weather
- Pre-event forecast checks
- Sun cream & hydration reminders
- Designated shelter available
- Activity halted if unsafe
🐛 Wildlife Contact
- 'Do not feed' policy
- First aid for bites/stings
- Good hygiene promoted
👦 Lost Child Protocol
- Clear physical boundaries
- Regular headcounts
- Buddy system in place
🩹 First Aid Incident
- Qualified first aiders present
- Fully stocked first aid kit
- Emergency plan established
Result of Controls
All identified risks are successfully reduced to a 'Low' level.
Emergency Readiness Plan
Being prepared is key. In the unlikely event of an emergency, our team follows a clear and immediate action plan.
Person in Water
1. Do NOT enter water
2. Use throw line / lifebuoy
3. Call Emergency Services
Serious Injury
1. First Aider attends
2. Keep casualty calm & warm
3. Call Emergency Services
Missing Child
1. Alert Lead Coaches
2. Systematic area search
3. Contact Police if not found