General
What practices will be modeled and taught on all trips to ensure minimal environmental impact?
Leave No Trace (LNT)
What should groups do if lighting is detected within 10 miles of their location?
Seek safer terrain
Wear seatbelts.
What system must be used to ensure safety during lowering/rappelling
A closed system
Drugs & Alcohol
What max speed limit you can drive with a trailer?
65 MPH
What must all cavers carry to ensure they have adequate lighting?
2 sources of light
What safety measure must be taken during stream crossing?
Unbuckling hip belts & sternum straps
What piece of equipment should all participants and staff wear to minimize injuries during trips
Appropriate footwear
Where are stoves prohibited from being used during food preparation?
Inside tents/vestibules
How far from a rolling edge must a staff member be without being tethered in?
A body's length
What is the participant ratio for MTB trails?
1:4
What must all participants and staff follow while on a trip?
all federal, state, and local laws
How often must drivers take breaks to prevent fatigue
Take a 20 min break for every 3 hours driven
What are the symptoms of Hypothermia?
Stumbles, Mumbles, & Umbles
What documents must be carried on every trip?
A hard copy of Venture Out policies and the Emergency call guide.
Weather below 0F/Weather above 100F
What are the safety rules for participants jumping into water?
Only jumping feet first, wearing a PFD, no higher than 10 feet