ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD OF OUTDOOR RECREATION.pptx

HAZARDS

1. Environmental HAZARD of OUTDOOR R E C R E A T I O N

2. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Outdoor recreational activities have so much to offer to people. These includes fun and pleasure, general wellness of an individual, and sometimes environmental hazard.

3. Mishaps are avoidable. The most effective way to prevent them is to adequately prepare for the trip that includes knowing the environmental hazard you may encounter during the outdoor recreational activity.

4. The principle of “safety first” holds a significant implication of preventing the various injuries in an outside activity. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

5. There are many factors wherein injuries may happen outdoors which we have no control over: Sudden rockfall Landslides Human error Extreme weather condition Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

6. li k e h oo d of r ealizing p otential h a rm Risk o f b e ing inj u r ed Risk o f h a ving accidents T r a g e d y of d eath

7. things that have the potential to harm Hazard from Human Factor Hazard from Equipment Hazard from Environment

8. Risk Management: Definition: “The design and implementation of plans, procedures, guidelines, and policies to eliminate, minimize, and manage exposure to loss while pursuing reasonable recreation program outcomes.” (Hansen-Stamp, 1999) Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

9. 1. Risk Identification - primarily involves the identification of the dangers or hazards that can give risk and thereby causing an accident. 4 COMPONENTS OF A RISK MANAGEMENT: Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

10. Risk Assessment – degree of risk and the probability of an incident occurring relates to the assessment of risk. The Cause 4 COMPONENTS OF A RISK MANAGEMENT: Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

11. 3. Managing the risk– Use your risk assessment results to ensure you are focusing on managing the most important things. 4 COMPONENTS OF A RISK MANAGEMENT: Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

12. 4. Risk Reduction – implement a range of strategies that will minimize risks to an acceptable level in an attempt to prevent incidents from occurring. 4 COMPONENTS OF A RISK MANAGEMENT: Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

13. A range of hazards can be present in the activities being performed outdoors and the environment in which they are conducted” ✓ ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure ✓ adverse weather conditions Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

14. ✓ ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

15. ✓ adverse weather conditions Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

16. ✓ animals and insects Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

17. ✓ noxious plants Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

18. ✓ participants with pre-existing medical conditions Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

19. ✓ injuries and accidents Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

20. Check multiple weather sources for your actual destination. Assess risk factors and conditions specific to your destination. Essential Tips For The Outdoor Safety Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

21. Dress appropriately for the conditions and season. Inspect your essential gear. Learn basic first aid. Share your itinerary. Be Together, Stay Together, and Help Each Other. Essential Tips For The Outdoor Safety Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

22. QUESTIONS? Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

23. -Assess Risk in Advance. -Recognize & Identify Associated Risks. -Implement Appropriate Safety Precautions by Immediately Adapting Planned Activity. -Avoid Risk by Assessing Skill Levels with Situation. -Immediately End the Activity or Redirect, and Re-Assess. - Proceed with Pursuit if Risk is Acceptable or Choose a Different Activity of Participants’ Abilities. Risk Management Teaching Model Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

24. How Do ‘I’ Manage Outdoor Recreational Risks? Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

25. DSU Risk Management Forms Form A –Course Plan /Summary IHL & DSU – Approved Waiver/Release Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

26. DSU Risk Management Forms Sample Itinerary Sample Assignment List Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

27. Education, Communication, and Planning. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

28. Preparation, Inclusion, & Teachable Moments. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

29. Good Choices, Ample Prep Time, Organized. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

30. Appropriate and Safe Outdoor Gear & Equipment . Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

31. Hands-On Opportunities allow Students to Be Part of the “PROCESS” . Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

32. Be Together, Stay Together, and Help Each Other. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

33. Make a Plan & Stick to it as long as it is Safe. Assess, Re-Assess, and Be Smart! Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

34. Stay Current with Trends, Case Studies, & Certifications. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

35. Use Professional Resources Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

36. What Happens Without Risk Management? Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

37. There are still a lot of questions about the accident, which occurred on a student group trip led by a city guide, on a day with windy weather and choppy waters . Several kayakers were in the lake and three fell into the lake about noon as result of high waves caused from wind , the office said in a news release. Both appeared to be suffering from hypothermia and were taken to Spokane hospitals, one by helicopter and the other by ambulance. One was pronounced dead at the hospital. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

38. Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation

39. -POOR JUDGEMENT -INCLEMENT WEATHER -INADEQUATE CLOTHING -FAULTY GEAR Risk Management in Outdoor Recreation