Introduction
The purpose of this safety guide is to formalise in writing, current safety practices for club trips. The Hawkes Bay Canoe Club is committed to providing a club structure and atmosphere that ensures all club activities are carried out in a safe manner.
OPERATING PROCEDURE
The Trip Coordinator
A responsible person should be appointed as trip coordinator and she/he should ensure that:
a) The trip is suitably planned. (See Planning)
b) The party is suitably equipped. (See Equipment)
c) All members of the party have a skill level sufficient to cope with the conditions likely to be encountered on the trip.