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Daily Safety Checklist

Pre-Session Safety Protocol

This checklist should be completed before each Learn to Scull session to ensure all safety measures are in place and equipment is ready.

Weather Assessment

Weather Assessment

0/7

Forecast reviewed 24hrs in advance

Wind speed and direction checked

Temperature (air/water) noted

Precipitation probability

Lightning forecast

Water conditions assessed

Flow rate checked (if applicable)

Equipment Preparation

Safety Equipment

Safety Equipment

0/8

Coach's launch operational

Launch fuel level adequate

PFDs available (1 per participant + extras)

First aid kit checked

Safety whistle/horn functional

Communication device charged

Thermal blankets available

Throw rope/rescue equipment ready

Rowing Equipment

Rowing Equipment

0/10

Sufficient boats for group size and skill level (consider mix of trainer/recreational/racing shells as appropriate for session goals, track specific boat names/numbers used, e.g., P1, P2, P3, P4, W1, W3, W4)

Specific boats (e.g., P1, P2) identified and tracked if used for specific drills/groups

Boats inspected for damage (all types)

Bow balls secure (all boats)

Heel restraints functional (all boats)

Hatch covers secure (all boats)

Foot stretchers operational (all boats)

Riggers checked for tightness (all boats)

Sufficient oars available, appropriate size for boats and rowers

Oar collars secure and correctly positioned

Dock area clear and safe

Team Communication

Team Communication

0/5

Contact info for all participants

Medical information reviewed

Coach roles and responsibilities assigned

Communication plan established

Emergency procedures reviewed

On-Water Safety Plan

On-Water Safety Plan

0/6

Water course/route planned

Hazards identified and mapped

Traffic pattern reviewed

Safe areas for drills identified

Contingency plan established

Expected return time established

Documentation

Documentation

0/4

Attendance record ready

Incident reporting forms available

Program waivers verified

Photo/video permissions confirmed

Facility

Facility

0/4

Access to facility confirmed

Bathrooms accessible

Indoor backup space available (if needed)

Parking information communicated

Weather Decision Parameters

Consider postponing or modifying the session if:

• Wind speeds exceed 12 mph (19 km/h)
• Air temperature below 50°F (10°C)
• Water temperature below 50°F (10°C)
• Lightning predicted within 30 minutes
• Heavy fog limiting visibility to less than 100m
• Heavy rainfall affecting visibility

See the Risk Management Guide for complete guidelines.

Pre-Session Briefing Topics

• Weather conditions and any modifications
• Safety procedures review (including what to do if different boat types are encountered or used)
• Session objectives and structure
• Boat assignments and rationale (including discussion of different boat types being used, if applicable, and specific boat names/numbers like P1, P2, P3, P4, W1, W3, W4)
• Designated water area for today’s session
• Communication signals and protocols
• Individual participant considerations

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