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