PLANNING OFF CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

Multi-pitch/lead climbing
The climber to leader ratios will be at the discretion of the leader but normally the ratio should not
exceed two participants to each qualified leader on the cliff
In wilderness locations, where access to emergency services is difficult and may take longer than two
hours to reach, there should be a minimum of two leaders/guides
Regulations
Minimal impact principles and practices should be observed at all times.
5.10. Rope Courses
Safety
In planning activities teachers should ensure the program includes:
a progression of skills training and experience and that the activities match the age of
students
warm up activities
appropriate lead-up activities such as trust and group cooperation
clear instruction (and training if necessary) about each element, and safe procedures
(including dangers in shaking ropes or bouncing on elements)
training in ‘spotting’, including practice, with groups of three working on any one activity
training in belaying, including methods of attachment to the belay system
students should belay other students only after proper instruction and under supervision.
Most ropes courses are designed for secondary/senior secondary/adult groups – special
modifications are required for younger students.
Approval
No specific requirements beyond the Planning Requirements For All Off Campus Activities described
at the beginning of these procedures, and those determined by the school’s or college’s risk
management plan for the off campus activity.
Supervision
No specific requirements beyond the Planning Requirements For All Off Campus Activities described
at the beginning of these procedures, and those determined by the school’s or college’s risk
management plan for the off campus activity.
Names and a head count of all participants must be checked and recorded at the beginning and at
the end of the excursion. Regular head counts must also be carried out during the excursion.
Qualifications/Experience
AQF Outdoor Recreation Certificate 3 (Assistant leader) or 4 (Leader) with specialisations in rope
course units, or equivalent.
The leader must have:
Please refer to the online copy of this document (TASED-4-1765), located on the Tasmanian Department
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