Canyoning gear stocktake!

Wednesday, 30 September 2026 — Wednesday, 30 September 2026 30/09/2026 – 30/09/2026

Trip flyer

Please join me in the club's gear store to do a stocktake of the club's canyoning gear ahead of the 2026/2027 season.  Pizza will be provided and we'll have an opportunity to chat about the upcoming season and start planning some trips!

  • Trip category
    Canyoning
  • Location
  • Date and Time
    From: Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:30 PM
    To:   Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:30 PM
  • Difficulty level
    Suitable for beginners and most fitness levels
  • Estimated Costs
    0
  • Capacity
    Open
  • Trip Status
    Approved
Trip flyer
Risk Assessment

Club Activity Risk Assessment Form

Activity NameCanyoning gear stocktake!Ongoing/Ad-HocAd-Hoc
Activity Period30 Sept 2026 – 30 Sept 2026LocationANU sport
Activity LeaderAmelia van EwijkFirst-Aid OfficerAmelia van Ewijk (exp 17/04/28)
Expected Attendees2–4Submitted ByAmelia van Ewijk

Activity Description

 

Please join me in the club's gear store to do a stocktake of the club's canyoning gear ahead of the 2026/2027 season.  Pizza will be provided and we'll have an opportunity to chat about the upcoming season and start planning some trips!

 

Risk Overview

RiskDescription
Flash FloodingRapid water level rise in canyon.
Abseiling IncidentRope failure, anchor failure, abseiler error.
HypothermiaProlonged immersion in cold water.
Slips/FallsWet rock, technical terrain.
Lost/No ContactNavigation error, mobile blackspot.

Risk Assessment Matrix

HazardLikelihoodConsequenceInherent RiskControl MeasuresResidual LikelihoodResidual ConsequenceResidual Risk
Flash FloodingUnlikelyCatastrophicHighWeather forecast checked 48h prior; no entry if rain forecast upstream; escape routes identified; PLB carried.RareCatastrophicMedium
Abseiling IncidentUnlikelyMajorHighAll anchors inspected; backup anchors rigged; experienced leader manages ropes; helmets mandatory.RareModerateLow
HypothermiaPossibleMajorHighWetsuits required; dry bags with warm layers; limited immersion time; buddy system.UnlikelyModerateMedium
Slips/FallsPossibleModerateMediumHelmet and appropriate footwear mandatory; slow movement on wet surfaces; handlines rigged where needed.UnlikelyMinorLow

Travel Route

 

đź—ş Map: ANU sport

 

Nearest Hospital / Emergency Facility

 

🏥 Route to hospital: North Canberra Hospital

 

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