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Night In Heck Risk Mitigation Worksheet
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| Description: | A night of misery. |
| Program: | Scouts BSA, Order of the Arrow |
| Adjusted Hazard: | IIIE (Improbable, Marginal) |
| Mitigation Decision: | Acceptable with Review |
| Prepared: | 2023-12-01 by sdonohue |
| Hazard Cause / Effect | Corrective Actions | ||||||
| Hazard Description | Cause | Effect | Initial Risk Rating | Possible Controlling Measure | Closing Comments | Status | Final Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalation | Darkness makes an event more difficult to resolve. | An event becomes more serious because of poor lighting coditions. | IIIC | Even for events where flashlights aren't desireable, they should be carried in case of an emergency. | IIIE | ||
| Hypothermia / Frostbite | Exposure to cold temperatures over a prolonged period. | Camper develops a condition which requires first aid or medical attention. | IIIC | Ensure proper preparedness of participants prior to activity. Those who are unprepared must remain in cabin. | IIIE | ||
| Hypothermia / Frostbite | Exposure to cold temperatures over a prolonged period. | Camper develops a condition which requires first aid or medical attention. | IIIC | Monitor weather conditions and if they are not conducive to outdoor activities, change the location, reduce the duration of the even, or change to a different event which is better suited to the weather. | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough or slippery terrain leads to twisting or a minor fall. | Camper steps on something they can't see. | IIIC | Even for events where flashlights aren't desireable, they should be carried in case of an emergency. | IIIE |
Historical Context: This event was first held at Winter Camp XIV (in 1990). It was been held a total of 2 times without an incident.
Based on Location: O Timing: N Category: Challenge
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