HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT:
Edinburgh Kayak Club (EKC) is strongly committed to encouraging our members to take part, but the health, wellbeing and safety of each individual is always our paramount concern. We recommend the level/nature of training and activities to be dependent on age and ability, and expect our members to participate within these boundaries.
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY:
To support our Health and Safety policy statement we are committed to the following duties:
Undertake regular, recorded risk assessment of the club premises and all activities
undertaken by the club
Create a safe environment by putting health and safety measures in place as identified by the assessment
Ensure that all members are given the appropriate level of training and engage in
activities/competition commensurate with the individual’s ability depending on age,
maturity and development
Ensure that all members are aware of, understand and follow the club’s health and safety policy
Appoint a competent club member to assist with health and safety responsibilities in the role of Club Safety Officer
Ensure that normal operating procedures and emergency operating procedures are in
place and known by all members
Provide access to adequate first aid facilities, telephone and a qualified first aider at all
times
Report any injuries or accidents sustained during any club activity or whilst on the club
premises and keep a record of all such incidents
Ensure that the implementation of the policy is reviewed regularly and monitored for
effectiveness
AS A CLUB MEMBER YOU HAVE A DUTY TO:
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be
affected by what you do or not do
Cooperate with the club on health and safety issues, respect club rules and policies
Correctly use all equipment provided by the club
Not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare
CLUB HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER:
To be decided annually at the club Annual General Meeting. Chris Wood for 2024/5.
FIRST AID
Location of first aid facilities: Gracemount Leisure Centre, EH16 6RN (for pool
sessions)
Location of telephones: Gracemount Leisure Centre, EH16 6RN (for pool
sessions)
Qualified first aiders:
1. Charles Gunn-Russell
2. Nick Evens
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