Trek Safely
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TrekSafelyGeorge Crowl
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The Problem
Accidents
Close calls (indications of a potential accident)
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The Response
Scouting is responsible for the safety of all trek participants.
Trek Safely is designed to promote safety and help prevent accidents.
Accidents occur when Trek Safely procedures are not followed.
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The Policy
Youth and adult leaders:
Should appreciate potential hazards that may be encountered
Take steps to reduce risks
Adherence to seven pointsof Trek Safely will avoid most significant risks
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Overview
Qualified supervisionKeep fitPlan aheadGear upCommunicate clearly and
completelyMonitor conditionsDiscipline
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1. Qualified Supervision
Mature and conscientious adult, 21 or over
Accepts responsibility for safety of group
Two adults minimum (one 21)
One person first aid trained
ARC Wilderness First Aid / CPR
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2. Keep Fit
Class 2 or 3 medical record if over 72 hours
Accidents are often related to individual health conditions
Review the medical records
Adjust the trek and activities to reduce individual risk
Have a regular fitness regimen. Start slowly and increase the exercise
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3. Plan Ahead
Trek should match
Maturity
Skill Level
Fitness
Obtain required permits (public / private)
Leave No Trace training
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4. Gear Up
Check for proper equipment and clothing
Every crew has first-aid kit and water
Reminder to bring and take medications
Train in specialized equipment
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5. CommunicateClearly and Completely
Know what to expect and what is expected
Talk to each other
Itinerary
Shared with parents
Changes given to contact person
Changes passed on
Consider carrying cell phone or radio
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6. Monitor Conditions
Leaders make good decisions
Check weather, terrain, morale, food, water and physical condition
If adverse conditions develop, stop or turn back
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7. Discipline
Participants — know, understand, respect rules and procedures
Teach before the outingReview immediately prior to the activityTeach the reason why
Follow instructor’s directionsBe strict and fair
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Resources
Passport to High Adventure (#4310 / 18-075)Fieldbook, #33200MBPs—Backpacking, Camping, Canoeing, Cycling, Hiking, Horsemanship, Small-Boat Sailing, Swimming, WhitewaterPersonal Health and Medical Record Forms—Class 1 / 2, #34414; Class 3, #34412
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Planning Exercise
Five-day backpacking, Rockies, July
1000 miles travel, adequate funds
Crew has four young men, three young women, two men, one woman
Develop a plan. Use all seven elements. Include all BSA requirements.
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Summary
Qualified supervisionKeep fitPlan aheadGear upCommunicate clearly and
completelyMonitor conditionsDiscipline
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Questions?