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Geocaching Risk Assessment
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for geocaching in youth group settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for geocaching in youth group settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Builds physical fitness through hiking and searching for caches.
Encourages problem-solving and critical thinking to locate caches.
Fosters teamwork and collaboration in group geocaching activities.
Provides a fun and engaging way to learn about the environment.
Promotes outdoor exploration and adventure through treasure hunting.
Typical hazards & measures
Vandalism or damage to geocache sites
— Participants should be instructed on respecting the environment and other people's property, with clear consequences for any damaging behavior. Ensure all geocache sites are left as they were found.
Water hazards
— Keep participants away from bodies of water or ensure adult supervision is present if near water. Brief participants on water safety and ensure a lifeguard is on hand if necessary.
Lost or damaged equipment
— Ensure all equipment is securely attached to participants and encourage responsible handling of GPS devices. Brief participants on safeguarding their belongings.
Group management issues (disagreements, lack of focus)
— Assign clear roles within teams and set behavioral expectations at the start of the activity. Leaders should be trained to mediate conflicts and encourage team-building exercises to foster cooperation.
Cold exposure
— Participants should wear layers, including waterproof jackets. Leaders must check weather forecasts and modify the activity in adverse conditions. Warm drinks and shelter should be available in case of cold stress.
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