Camping Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment for Camping
Review
Complete By Revision Date Approved By Approval Date 171 Nojoor Road
Twin waters QLD 4564
R Shanks 23/07/2018 A Daykin 23/07/2018 P: 1300 122677
Apexcamps.com.au
Risk level Action required/approval
Low Little chance of injury or incident  Manage through regular planning processes
Minimum Supervision
At least 1 qualified Activity Instructor is to be present to run Camping
Recommendations
Camping is suitable for all ages
It is highly recommended that at least 1 group Teacher/Supervisor are present to assist with student behaviours
Information
Camping can be facilitated at other locations
Qualifications
All Apex staff and contractors hold at a minimum ,one of the following qualifications/skills sets or other recognised skill sets/qualifications from
another jurisdiction, along with mandatory First Aid/CPR and QLD Blue Card, working with children check.
• Certificate 3 Outdoor Recreation
• Certificate 4 Outdoor Recreation
• Diploma Outdoor recreation
Through the use of well maintained equipment, training and accredited staff and sound operating procedures and policies Apex Camps control the
“real risks” associated with this activity
In assessing the level of risk, considerations such as the likelihood of an incident happening in combination with the seriousness of a
consequence are used to gauge the overall risk level for an activity. The matrix below has been used as a guide to assist with developing the risk
assessment:
Consequence
Likelihood
1 Insignificant 2 Minor 3 Moderate 4 Major 5 Critical
5 Almost Certain Medium Medium High Extreme Extreme
4 Likely Low Medium High High Extreme
3 Possible Low Medium High High High
2 Unlikely Low Low Medium Medium High
1 Rare Low Low Low Low Medium
Risk Level
Low Little chance of incident or serious injury.
Medium Some chance of an incident and injury requiring first aid.
High Likely chance of a serious incident and injury requiring medical treatment.
Extreme High chance of a serious incident resulting in highly debilitating injury.

Minimum Equipment/Facilities
Electronic and other equipment that can be damaged by water should be carried in water resistant containers.
Leaders are responsible for determining the equipment to be carried by all participants.
• Compass and map, if camping off-site
• Waterproof matches/BBQ lighter
• Emergency Management Plan
• Appropriate communication equipment
First Aid:
• First aid kit suitable for the activity
• A medical alert list collated from information on medical consent forms before departure
• A communication procedure for external assistance if required
All participants and supervisors should have:

• Protective clothing (long-sleeve shirt and pants for all weather extremes, suitable shoes and suitable footwear for swimming in creeks, if appropriate)
• Insect repellent
• Personal hygiene items
• A plastic bag for rubbish
• A personal first aid kit
• Suitable sleeping bag/linen, as required
• Suitable torch and spare batteries
Hazards/Risks Control Measures
Activity Specific • Ensure there is effective communications in place
hazards/risks • Ensure all equipment is well maintained
• Ensure there is adequate adult supervision
• Ensure shoes are worn at all times
• Ensure all gas lights and open flames remain outside and away from the tents
• Ensure that food preparation, shelter and sanitation areas are positioned to avoid any potential physical and health
hazards
• Ensure participants are aware of the location of equipment
• Ensure torches are used at night when moving around site
• Check for ticks and other parasites regularly
• Alert participants of dangerous local animals and plants, e.g, snakes, spiders
• Be sure of health, suitability and competency of participants
• Do not allow climbing trees
• Constantly monitor surroundings for slip, trip and fall hazards.
• Conduct roll call at regular intervals
Emergency Procedures Teacher/group leader Participant Briefing Participant Requirements

responsibilities Instructor should cover:
1.Effect Rescue as required. •sunscreen, insect repellent
2.Conduct First Aid as required. • Inform & liaise with Activity •Challenge by Choice Philosophy •medication (if relevant)
3.Contact Emergency Services Staff regarding any potential •Session Objectives •water bottle
via mobile phone, radio. issues with group •OH&S Brief •fully enclosed shoes, hat
4.Depending on injury: Stabilise (behavioural, disabilities, •Safety Brief •minimum of sleeved shirt that
patient and await ambulance or injuries) •Equipment Familiarisation covers midriff when arms are
remove patient to appropriate • Listen to activity briefings and •Skills Demo & Practice raised
site to recover. assist Staff in procedural •shorts/leggings that preferably
5.In the event of serious injury, aspects of session as cover knees (to prevent grazes)
suspend activity until incident required, such as helping •hair tied back, jewellery
can be investigated students to belay under removed
supervision of Activity Staff
• Monitor & take charge of
behavioural issues if needed
and attend to any pre-existing
medical conditions

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Risk level Action required/approval

5 Almost Certain Medium Medium High Extreme Extreme

4 Likely Low Medium High High Extreme

3 Possible Low Medium High High High

2 Unlikely Low Low Medium Medium High

1 Rare Low Low Low Low Medium

Low Little chance of incident or serious injury.

Medium Some chance of an incident and injury requiring first aid.

Extreme High chance of a serious incident resulting in highly debilitating injury.

All participants and supervisors should have:

Emergency Procedures Teacher/group leader Participant Briefing Participant Requirements

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