Date of Review: 15/07/2024 A.G Please note activity specific Risk Assessments are in addition to general risk assessment. RISK ASSESSMENT: Boogie Boarding Pre Control Measures Hazard
Likelihood 1-5
Consequence 1-5
Post Control Measures
Risk Level
Control Measures
Likelihood 15
Consequence 1-5
Risk Level
Ensure participants are wearing appropriate footwear prior to departure. Ensure the leader is in front of the group and observing conditions ahead. Avoid/modify route if hazards pose risk to participants and groups. Have contact numbers to call if the path/stairs to the beach become too unsafe.
3
2
Medium
School Staff Member/ Group Assistant must complete the following: - Understands and is made aware of their role prior to commencing activity. - Monitor and observe behaviour throughout the activity. - Actively supervise for the activity. - Ensure camp numbers are in their charged mobile phone - Must be prepared to enter the water if necessary. - Are responsible for any non-swimmers on the beach during the activity.
2
2
Low
1
5
Medium
People Slips/Trips/ Falls
4
3
High
-
School Staff Member /Group Assistant
3
4
High
Drowning
2
5
High
-
Group leaders advise Portsea staff of nonswimmers and poor swimmers prior to commencing activity. All participants wear PFDs throughout the activity.