Beach Visit (non-swimming) Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Participants with additional needs — Ensure that all participants' medical, physical, and learning needs are identified and catered to in advance. Provide appropriate support staff where needed, and adjust activities to be inclusive for all participants. Carry necessary medical supplies or assistive devices for participants with specific conditions.
• Stranger danger — Instruct participants to avoid interactions with strangers and to report any suspicious behavior to a supervisor. Keep the group together in a supervised area, and assign extra staff to patrol the vicinity to ensure no unauthorized individuals approach the group.
• Lost personal belongings — Advise participants to only bring essential items and provide a secure, supervised location for belongings. Label personal items with the participant's name, and remind the group to check their area for belongings before moving to another location or ending the trip.
• Hazardous debris — Conduct a visual sweep of the area before allowing participants access. Ensure everyone keeps their shoes on in high risk areas and avoids touching objects. Carry grabbers and gloves if collecting debris is part of the activity. First aid kits should be readily available to treat injuries.
• Slippery rocks (if exploring rock pools) — Provide clear instructions about avoiding slippery rock formations. Ensure participants wear appropriate footwear, and limit exploration to areas where rocks are dry and stable. Supervise participants closely, especially around wet or algae-covered rocks.