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Safety/Risk Management/Dealing With Emergencies
Emergencies
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communication Mind Map
Risk Prevention
Protocols
Hard rules not meant to be bent
Nothing fits every situation though
Assessment/how to make decision
Education
heuristics
def: Having people learn for themselves
Controlled environment
Don't turn to this when angry/frustrated
Weigh out factors
level of risk
There is a slim chance x will happen
Consequence of risk
if x happens you will die vs. get a scratch
Necessity to take risk
risk is take for fun
risk is taken to continue on planned route
risk is taken because it is the better option
Who is taking the risk
What is their role in the group?
No leader could be very bad
No one with medical experience could also be bad
Skill level
Language
Using the word "Safe"
May give a false idea
Everyone has different levels of capabilities. Someone that has good balance may say a trail is solid, but for an elderly person it may be easy to fall
Everything has some level of risk
Try to say how much risk there is apposed to how "safe" it is
People may put trust in your words and forget to use there own personal judgement
Risk Management Plan (RMP)
e.g. planned turn around time to avoid hiking in the dark
weigh out factor when faced with a choice
not every choice needs to be discussed with the group
High risk or high consequence decisions involving/regarding others - should be discussed with others
Expect things to go wrong
this will help you be prepared
Don't let it take over your ability to have a good time
worrying to much can cause you stress that can lead to you making mistakes
Make sure people know what to do when things go wrong
Have conversation/discussion before setting out. Educate everyone
Always have 4 essentials
Be observant
Everything is constantly changing
situation
people
Energy level
Excitement
People can do silly things when they get excited
Most accidents happen when the day last longer than planned. Everyone is tired and less focused.
May not notice danger
Do a check in
Task
Weather
Gear
wearing
location
People may trust you
Being knowledgable/dressing the part/being confident
Your in-charge of everyones safety
Always have a discussion about this before starting
you may have to be the one to start it, even if you are not "in charge"
depending on your level of expertise
They may forget to make personal judgement call/not know how to make personal judgement call
Sometimes even your friends
Always use redundancy in everything you do
from climbing anchors and essential gear to risk evaluations
Humans make mistakes, miss details, and shit breaks
Make sure everyone knows they can opt out.
The Ten Directives
Train Hard, Play Easy, Plan for the Worst. Prevent emergencies from
happening. Be ready to deal with the trouble that comes your way.
Stay alert, keep calm, think clearly, act decisively.
Retain control at all times.
People tend to panic when something is going wrong. Sometimes to handle the situation, you need to make a plan before letting people know.
Establish lookouts
Salf, Others, Casualty, equipment
keep yourself safe otherwise you only will be adding to the problem. Focus on getting yourself to safety if in a bad situation
classic hero (wanna be) move
Don't risk life for equipment unless the piece is absolutely needed
Determine safety zones and escape routes.
Always keep an eye out for these
2.Initiate all actions based on current situation and expected
development
Be observant and responsive while still thinking ahead
Remain in communication with team members, casualties, passers by
and emergency services.
Recognize current weather conditions and obtain forecasts.
Obtain current information on the situation.
Ensure instructions are given and understood.
Many people will just say yes. Repeating back to you is a good method
Can everyone hear? don't relay on word of mouth
Source
http://stevemseakayak.com/data/documents/The-10-directives.pdf