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ChipsCheeseandMayo wrote:
I have this weird theory that off-site sessions should have minimum 2 instructors in case something major happens (which it can)., As Peter said above - he got concussed by a kid waving a paddle (even wearing a helmet) Its that sort of extreme situation which really worries me. I would agree with you. I would only be prepared to work in these situations if I knew I could rely on the members of the group I was instructing, or if the area being used for paddling was totally safe (for example, if someone capsized they could stand up) and other help was reasonably close at hand. If you have to work in these situations, I would explain your concerns to the kids before you start and then tell them what you would like then to do. In terms of rescues, have you considered asking the swimmer to use a T-rescue where the kayak is pushed sideways up the front of your kayak. Bill |
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Just got the latest Canoe and Kayak UK through the door. Interesting
article on deep water rescues. Seems to be re-iterating all the stuff I was taught - why don't they publish some of the other methods you guys have been teaching me? It seems that skills taught seem to be very ingrained and people don't like to teach new (better?) ways of doing things. My favourite part in the article and I quote, " Sometimes people are not physically strong enough to get back into their boat. If this does happen you need to deal with the scenario". Why thanks , that was really helpful - how exactly should I deal with that scenario - growl... |
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