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Archery Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for youth archery sessions, target shooting, and bow sports activities.

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Free to use Instant PDF download Updated February 2026

In This Guide

1 Introduction & Overview 2 Activity Benefits 3 Hazards & Control Measures 4 Safety Checklist 5 Related Guides

The essential guide to youth archery safety

Archery develops focus, discipline, and coordination while providing an inclusive activity accessible to young people of all abilities. This precision sport requires strict range safety protocols and qualified instruction.

This guide covers everything you need to create a thorough risk assessment—from range setup and equipment checks to shooting procedures, arrow retrieval protocols, and emergency response.

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Youth Activity
Activity Benefits

Why archery matters

Focus

Develops concentration and mental discipline through precision shooting.

Coordination

Improves hand-eye coordination and body awareness.

Confidence

Builds self-esteem through skill progression and achievement.

Inclusive

Accessible sport for participants of all abilities.

Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

Arrow InjuriesHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Puncture wounds, arrow strikes, injuries during retrieval.

Control Measures
  • Clear shooting line procedures
  • Controlled arrow retrieval
  • Safety netting behind targets
  • No shooting until range clear
Equipment MisuseHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Dry firing damage, string slap, overdrawing injuries.

Control Measures
  • Full safety briefing given
  • Equipment matched to participant
  • Arm guards provided
  • Constant instructor supervision
Range SecurityMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Public entering range, spectator interference, unauthorized access.

Control Measures
  • Range clearly marked
  • Warning signs displayed
  • Spectator area designated
  • Marshal positioned if needed
WeatherLow Risk
Potential Harm

Sun exposure, wind affecting shots, wet ground slips.

Control Measures
  • Weather forecast checked
  • Shade available
  • Session cancelled in high winds
  • Water provided

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 34 hazards and 77+ control measures for Archery, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

Archery checklist

Range

  • Area secured
  • Targets positioned
  • Backstop in place
  • Signs displayed

Equipment

  • Bows inspected
  • Arrows checked
  • Arm guards ready
  • Finger tabs available

Participants

  • Briefing completed
  • Commands understood
  • Medical info known
  • Consent forms signed

Safety

  • First aid accessible
  • Instructor qualified
  • Ratios appropriate
  • Emergency plan ready

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