Climber Badge Theory 6 - Safety Rules

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Description

Covers the Theoretical element (6) of the Scout Climber badge


Resources

BMC Participation Statement

Helmet

Harness

Karabiner

Instructions

Read through BMC Participation Statement
- get each person to explain it in their own words

Generic Safety points
- Harness
- Tieing in
- Cross check everything every climb, every time
- Things in pockets
- Jewellery
- Long hair

Injury Prevention
- Warm up
- Stretch
- Start easy climbing & progress

Indoor Safety points
- Check around you (the centre / wall may be busy)
- Spinning holds
- Crossing routes
- Metalwork on the wall

Outdoor Safety points
- Helmets
- Falling rock / stones
- Less forgiving
- Check holds before committing
- Access
- Environment
- Weather / facilities


Tags

  • climbing
  • safety
  • theory

Badge Links

  • Climber - Safety