Risk Assessment Form

Kingswood Ramblers Group Walks Risk Assessment *

Risk assessments need to be completed ahead of all group walks to ensure we meet the requirements of our insurers. Every walk is different, so complete a risk assessment for each one you lead to help you plan and make a note of the steps you are taking to keep walkers safe. After a walk, risk assessments will be stored by Kingswood Ramblers for three years. For each section please make a note of any hazards to walkers or others on your route. Fill in the relevant boxes and put 'n/a' for those that don't apply. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose unless the Walks Organiser needs to email you about your walk.

Enter your name *

Walk title and date *

Date of risk assessment *

Date of recce *

Weather: *

What is the forecasted weather? Is there any danger of extreme temperatures, heavy rainfall or other severe weather events? Make a note of any hazards to walkers or others on your route. Check the weather forecast and postpone/cancel if necessary. Make a note of 'escape routes' on the recce. Advise walkers to bring suitable clothing and items for the occasion. Add any other relevant detail.

Traffic Hazards *

Do you need to cross or walk along a road? Are there any level crossings? Make a note of any hazards to walkers or others on your route. Check for suitable crossing places on the recce. Communicate clearly with the group on the day. Maintain single file on any road sections. Add any other information or details.

Path surface and obstacles *

Hazards: Are there hazards such as slippery paths, loose rocks, stiles, fallen trees, steep drops? Make a note of any hazards to walkers or others on your route. Adapt the route if necessary. Provide clear information to walkers beforehand. Advise walkers to bring suitable footwear for the conditions.

Animals and Livestock *

Will you pass livestock: Is there any danger of ticks or bites/stings? Let walkers know to cross fields with livestock calmly and quietly, keeping the group together. Be prepared to divert if needed. Leave gates and property as you find them. Advise walkers to check for ticks and remove promptly if found.

Communications *

Is there a chance you could get lost, lose touch with walkers, lose visibility or phone signal? Recce the route in advance. Take precautions to make sure none of the group gets separated or lost.

Other *

Follow any national or local Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines.

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