Safety Code

As with any other activity, there are hazards in the countryside and everyone taking part in a Field Trip or Work Party has a responsibility (duty of care), for their own safety and that of others.

We cry hard co ensure chat are Events present no greater hazard than any other walk in the countryside, but please note and act on the following:

I. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. If there are unusual requirements, these are noted in the individual trip details. Stout shoes are a minimum requirement for any walk.

2. During the main summer season you may be exposed to strong sunshine for much or all of the walk. Take a hat, use suncream or protection for exposed skin. Make sure that you have adequate food and liquid to drink with you. Equally, sunshine can easily turn to cold and rain during the day. Be prepared.

3. The leader will provide a briefing on the trip before setting out, with details of any known particular hazards, and will also give advice on what to do in an emergency. Please listen carefully.

4. Ac the briefing, please let the leader know if:-you have a mobile telephone and are able to take it with you on the walk; you have First Aid qualifications. 5. Joining the walk is an indication of your interest in butterflies. By their nature butterflies do not remain conveniently by the main path and will offer many opportunities (temptations) for you to wander away. Take particular care to look out fot hazards - rabbit holes, fallen or hanging branches, barbed wire, boggy areas, etc. Beware of wet grass, particularly on sloping ground.

6. Children are welcome on our walks, but if under 16 must be accompanied by at least one adult for two children. It is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s) co ensure that the trip is within the children's ability.

7. Dogs are normally welcome on walks, but must be kept under control. Any exceptions are shown in the individual trip details.

8. If you are uncertain about any details of the trip, ring the leader/ contact in advance. There is always a telephone number given with the trip details.

9. If you decide to leave the event early, tell the leader.

10. Take care at all times, but ENJOY

YOURSELF.

We thank Upper Thames Branch for allowing us to publish their Safety Code. Please also refer to our own Safety Notes on the back of the Events Programme 2001 - Ed.