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Joels Risk Managment (Safety / Risk Management / Dealing with emergencies…
Joels Risk Managment
Safety / Risk Management / Dealing with emergencies 2018
Names
Oliver
Ella
Jared
Sara
matt koval
Andrew Villalobos
Jake Wilson
Morgin
Tim Pierce
Jacob Furr
Indianna
Kelsy
Kiegan Tommell
Kelly
Olivia Danise
Sierra M
Hayden Baker
Bill
Aaron Huneck (AH)
Gus
Adeline
Liam Comey
Fletcher Codd
Joel
Always keep first aid kit accessible
Make sure your first-aid kit has basic essentials plus items for the specific activity.
Be trained in the ability to use said first-aid items.
Keep a log of items in your kit including expiration dates.
if guiding , carry extra of everything- OD
Be sure to replace items after each trip -TP
Having feminine products as backup can be helpful.-SD
Can be used as backup to stop bleeding, also helpful to have for women around you.-SD
Go-girl (Female Urination Device) - AV
Keep in brain or top of pack to avoid having to waste time finding things that are critical in emergencies (kd)
have someone who is certified in the group SM
first aid SM
CPR SM
wilderness first aid SM
SUNY Platts offers these certifications as class credit SM
WFR JA
when paddling keeping quick small first aid gear in your life vest is a good idea. HB
Laminate individual items to make them waterproof - LC
Keep scissors or knife handy to open when items are needed - LC
Have sat phone/ in reach device for evacuations.
Also good to have as communication to give information about what the emergency is and if evacuation is needed.-SD
If there is an SOS feature, use it (kd)
only use when necessary. some states are making victims pay for unnecessary extraction. mk
can you walk out with help or no? mk
Emergencies
Be trained in wilderness first-aid so that you can prevent situations from happening yet be prepared if one arises.
be trained in CPR as well, could be lifesaving- OD
Save yourself above others-SD
Remain Calm JW
do your best to mentally prepare for the worst of situations.
get training to prevent the emergence -Gus
Gear can be replaced, people cant -TP
Expect the worst, work towards the best -TP
bring gear for every bad situation you can think of, better to be safe than sorry HB
Make sure you are helping in a way that doesn't put your own well being at risk -JF
you are the most important person in a rescue - LC
Asses actions based on the specific situation you are in. -IS
Avoid adding extra casualties to a situation -IS
Don't be selfish with supplies if someone else needs them (kd)
Stay put in your stop so you can be found(bill)
Managing Risk
Be aware of surroundings
Weather
Temperature
Precipitation
when wet we lose body heat 25% faster than when dry
wind can make you cold in the rain so be prepared with layers
emergency shelters are a good way to get out of the rain
also good for getting out of the wind a bit - LC
Snow JA
Unable to re step your tracks JA
Wind
Direction
useful in understanding what type of pressure system or front is occurring (AH)
Speed
Know the forecast
NOAA weather is very reliable
the NOAA radar is not as reliable (AH)
Know how to predict weather while in the field -TP
determining the center of the low pressure: back to wind with left hand straight out
use the direction of the wind to predict cold/warm fronts approaching
Weather forecast will be on a redio channel
know the current and tide information when paddling (kd)
record before going out and have information access able (AH)
if on ocean, know tide schedule- OD
Read the clouds
Local Wildlife -TP
Indicates if some bad stuff is gonna go down
high pressure: lighter winds, clearer skies
low pressure: warm front then cold front
low pressure: stormy weather with strong winds
Faster winds mean faster change in weather
the quicker the change in weather the more dramatic the storm will be
can be unpredictable especially in the ADK's
be prepared for any weather situation (AH)
Watch where you step, make sure you have good footing.-SD
Dont let wounds/sunburn/trench foot go untreated -JF
Be prepared with extra clothing and survival items.
an emergency shelter is great to keep people warm just by trapping the collective body heat.
they can also protect against the elements in an instant, much faster than a tent.
emergency rations
electrolyte tablets
emergency shelter (AH)
know the dangers surrounding you. dont go in blind. mk
have a map and compass on any expedition. mk
There's risk and there's recklessness. Recklessness is lack of regard for danger and one's actions. But risk is important. You learn about sacrifice, camaraderie, adversity and much more. - AV
Recklessness is more likely when people are dehydrated and hungry (kd)
if someone is speaking irrationally, take into consideration they could be dehydrated, hypothermic, or something is medically wrong- OD
Bring your 4 essentials kit JW
Compass JW
Map JW
Head Lamp JW
Extra Batteries JW
more extra batteries
Both AAA and AA
Swiss Army Knife or Multi Tool JW
Duct Tape- AV
Electric Tape JW
great for fixing gear - LC
First Add Kit - AV
Band-Aids JW
Gauze JW
Quick blood stopping pads (kd)
medidal tape (AH)
Fire Starters-AV
Lighter JW
Matches JW
Flint and Steel JW
Sparky-AV
Cotton Swab with Vaseline - AV
Signal Mirror-AV
Communication method/device -TP
extra rope, string, paracord- OD
It's important to push yourself, but only after you've set contingencies in place.
know the limit of when pushing yourself becomes dangerous to self or others- OD
know what your risk tolerance is and know when to take a step back-Gus
risk tolerance for yourself and for clients should be different. mk
Discuss risks openly with group -JF
Only take risk everyne in the group is comfortable with -JF
always be humble -JF
Have set plans or roles in place when taking risk -JF
Get group consent ! -IS
Take suggestions
Everyone has different expertise so let everyone have an input
never underestimate someone, especially without knowing experience- OD
allow equal input but also don't follow someone else blindy- OD
Leaving a group member "blind" to the risk could hurt them even if your intentions are too avoid stressing them out (kd)
weigh pros and cons with each option as group- OD
Avalanche Risk
Keep an eye on the snow forecast
Many tests you can do on the snow
Dont hike right after a storm (kd)
not within 24 hours of 12 or more inches of snowfall (AH)
Hike the ridgeline (kd)
be aware of cornices (AH)
If you have to traverse a steep slope choose the highest route possible (kd)
slopes 40 degrees or more have the highest risk (AH)
minimize exposure -Gus
River Running
Scout out the route before hand
Always know what's coming next
Don't paddle above your ability
if you are about to run into another kayaker, capsize your boat- OD
this prevents danger to you or the other kayaker- OD
running into them could cause organ damage- OD
check water levels before hand (AH)
set safety when needed - Gus
identify dangers -Gus
under cut rocks-Gus
Strainers -Gus
have a plan in place if someone swims (know which way to swim) -Gus
have stuff for a Z drag -Gus
for long/close together rapids designate an Eddie to group up before moving on -Gus
this helps keep the group close together in case if something goes wrong -Gus
remember size dose not always corresponds to danger -Gus
Be aware that conditions change unexpectedly (kd)
plan for the worst so that you're prepared for anything- OD
emergency shelters are good for storms moving in fast. mk
also good for warming group members showing signs of hypothermia. mk
Mentality changes everything (kd)
Check in with group members to be sure everyone is OK (kd)
If someone has not spoken in a while they might need something (kd)
constantly check on every person in group and see if they need a break- OD
cold can cause people to be quiet (AH)
if a person's personality/mood seems signifgantly different from the start of the trip, check in (AH)
Just because someone looks or is acting fine does not mean they are, be aware (kd)
Don't rush into things without having a set plan (kd)
always have a backup plan- OD
tell someone you trust your plans and when you plan on returning
make sure to give a return date and a date when the person should begin taking action (AH)
this should be a no later than date. ( if you havent heard from me by this day send help) things happen unexpectedly in the field which could alter designated return time. mk
know the area youre going to. mk
look up hazards in the guide book. mk
remain in a location you can see all guests at once. when youre not watching them theyre probobly about to kill themself,
Tactical Research pretrip JA
Try not to get "tunnel vision" when in an emergency situation - AV
Stay calm and keep a level head
Taking deep breathes
expect the worst hope for the best.
The Ten Directives -IS
Ensure instructions are given and understood.- IS
Obtain current information on the situation. -IS
Recognize current weather conditions and obtain forecasts. -IS
Remain in communication with team members, casualties, passers by
and emergency services. -IS
2.Initiate all actions based on current situation and expected
development -IS
Determine safety zones and escape routes. -IS
Salf, Others, Casualty, equipment -IS
Establish lookouts -IS
Retain control at all times. -IS
Stay alert, keep calm, think clearly, act decisively.- IS
http://stevemseakayak.com/data/documents/The-10-directives.pdf
Deal with problems aggressively without sacrificing safety further and while keeping the situation in control. -IS
Ten Directives Continued -IS
Maintain sight of the full picture, while examining details. -IS
Work through a possible solution fully enough to know what worked and what didn't.-IS
Risk Munagement plan SM
https://www.outdoored.com/articles/risk-assessment-safety-management-rasm-complete-risk-management-model-outdoor-programs
SM
risk- danger VS. Payoff SM
hazard factors SM
enviroment SM
weather SM
EX: mountain climbing on unstable rock
Effects of significant temperature changes JA
Ice JA
people SM
can they take care of themselves? SM
how far can they push their body? SM
Gear SM
good condition SM
right gear for the right activity SM
dry suit for canoeing in November SM
climbing rack for rock climbing SM
weather -Gus
lean in to risk for best experience HB
especially in a controlled environment -Gus
have a turn around time (AH)
maintain open discussion of risk throughout the day (AH)
Expect Things to go wrong JA
Know what can go wrong JA
Environmental awareness JA
gear failure JA
Build redundancy into your plan JA
know what to do when certain things go wrong JA
bail out points JA
bypasses JA
Avoid Irreversible actions JA