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Wacky Pentathlon Risk Mitigation Worksheet
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| Description: | Twisted version of the Olympics with 5 events |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 pror to hike. 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 | Limit time spent hiking based on observed weather conditions: spend less time hiking in cold and/or rain. | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough or slippery terrain leads to twisting or a minor fall. | Camper steps on something which doesn’t bear their weight or causes them to lose their footing. | IIIC | Camper can use trek poles to help retain footing. | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough or slippery terrain leads to twisting or a minor fall. | Camper steps on something which doesn’t bear their weight or causes them to lose their footing. | IIIC | Campers taught “Never step on what you can step over, and never stop over what you can step around” | IIIE | ||
| Minor Injury (sprain, bruising) | Rough or slippery terrain leads to twisting or a minor fall. | Camper steps on something which doesn’t bear their weight or causes them to lose their footing. | IIIC | Limit hiking to well-used trails, particularly in situations of poor weather or walking conditions (ice or snow). | IIIE |
Additional Notes
In a multi-station event, each event must also be evaluated for hazards.
Historical Context: This event was first held at Winter Camp XI (in 1987). It was been held a total of 2 times without an incident.
Based on Location: U Timing: U Category: Multistation
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