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Petting Zoo/Animal Interaction Event Risk Assessment Template

Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for petting zoo/animal interaction event 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 petting zoo/animal interaction event in youth group settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.

Potential benefits

  • Fosters responsibility through proper animal handling and care.
  • Promotes empathy and compassion through interaction with animals.
  • Provides therapeutic benefits through animal-assisted activities.
  • Enhances knowledge about different animal species and their habitats.
  • Builds appreciation for biodiversity and wildlife conservation.

Typical hazards & measures

  • Animal wasteAnimal pens must be cleaned frequently. Children will be instructed to avoid areas where animal waste is present and to wash hands regularly.
  • Tripping over animal barriers or fencingAll barriers must be clearly visible and set up to prevent tripping. Provide markers or visual cues for children to be aware of fencing.
  • Falls from climbing onto animal enclosuresChildren should be reminded that climbing on fences, barriers, or enclosures is not allowed. Supervise closely to prevent any attempts.
  • Running or chasing animalsGroup leaders should remind children that running or chasing animals is not allowed. Supervise and provide clear signage to maintain calm environments.
  • Slips or trips on uneven surfacesEnsure clear pathways and stable ground in all areas of the event. Mark any uneven terrain with clear signage, and have staff guide groups over potential hazards.

How to use this template

  1. Click Create Risk Assessment: Petting Zoo/Animal Interaction Event to begin immediately.
  2. Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
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