Date: 30th Sept 2020
Students will be expected to bring:
- Swimwear
- Footwear to use on the water
- Dry clothing to change into after the activity
- Towel and any shower supplies needed
- Emergency Contact Details
- Medical Info (relevant to SUP activity)
Before
The following must be adhered to:
- BSUPA qualified coach’s will deliver the courses
- Lessons will follow pre-planned itinerary’s
- A Dynamic Risk Assessment will be completed by lead instructor before each session covering:
- Surface
- Hazards
- Others
- Environment
- Any other pertinent information
- The Instructor / Student ratios will be 1 to 6 or lower
- Suitable kit will be provided for students including:
- Buoyancy aid
- Paddle
- Wetsuit
- SUP board
- Leash
Instructors will
- Ensure that they are carrying a copy of students emergency contacts
- Carry EAP
- Instruct students on EAP procedures and where it is stored in case of Instructor Incapacitation (II)
- Carry mobile phone and tell Students how to use it in “II” situation
- Carry first aid kit (relevant to site)
- Carry water and sugar source
- Carry Rescue Knife
- Carry Whistle
- Carry Spare Paddle (If appropriate to site. See site specific risk assessment)
- Provide a Safety briefing
- Provide an overview of:
- The session
- EAP location and Procedures
- Demonstration of techniques that will be practiced
During
The following must be adhered to:
- The course will be delivered within 100m of shore and 250m from safe haven (Lochside path)
- Instructors will prioritise students health, safety and welfare above all else.
- Instructors will regularly check that students are not too cold or tired to continue.
After
The following must be adhered to:
- A debrief will be held with the Students
- Next steps to develop their skills and enjoy the sport will be outlined
- Equipment will be recovered and cleaned in accordance with current COVID policy