Closer to the Edge Daily Checks

• Document No.

• Closer to the Edge Daily PPE Checks

• Sandwell Adventure Centre
  Sandwell Valley Park
  Salter's Lane
  West Bromwich
  B71 4BG

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• CTTE Instructors

Weather

• Met Office Weather Report
  http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast/west-bromwich?tab=fiveDay

• Please comment on the weather conditions

Group Name and Group Size

• Please insert the group name

• Group Size

Risk Assessment

• Turn switch on for details of Lead Instructor Ranking

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• Lead Instructor Ability

  Expert

  Very Experienced

  Skilled

  Novice

• Expert (1)
  An instructor who has extensive knowledge of the activity with long-term experience of associated risks. The instructor will also have practical experience of emergency procedures and has also worked on two or more high ropes courses. Will probably hold ERCA or an equivalent level qualification appropriate to the activity.
  
  Very Experienced (3)
  An instructor who is likely to be similarly experienced as above, though may be lesser qualified, albeit with extensive experience. The instructor should have a broad knowledge of associated problems with experience of emergency procedures.
  
  Skilled (6)
  An instructor who is lesser qualified to the above (generally site specific), but is well practiced in ALL potential problem areas. May not though, have practical experience of emergency procedures.
  
  Newly Trained (10)
  Recently qualified instructor at ANY level with the appropriate activity. Caution required in adverse conditions, or with inexperienced students.

• Lead Instructor Ability

  Expert

  Very Experienced

  Skilled

  Novice

• Turn switch on for details of Instructor Familiarity Ranking

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• Instructor Familiarity

  Current

  Familiar

  Unfamiliar

  Unknown

• Current (1)
  The instructor has detailed knowledge of the area/site and is current. He/she is aware of the potential hazards involved, in respect of the activity undertaken.
  
  Familiar (3)
  The instructor is familiar with the area, though not extensively. Knowledge of potential hazards, appropriate to the activity(s) is well known.
  
  Unfamiliar (6)
  The instructor has recent transitional knowledge of similar activity areas and potential hazards, but is unfamiliar with the particular chosen location. Eg, An instructor who has solely worked at CTTE Sandwell who is required to work at CTTE Baggeridge.
  
  Unknown (10)
  The instructor neither knows the particular chosen activity area, or has recent transitional knowledge. Instructors with unfamiliarity in activity areas used and without any ‘up to date’ available information may also fall into this category.

• Instructor Familiarity

  Current

  Familiar

  Unfamiliar

  Unknown

• Turn switch on for details of Participant Ability Ranking

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• Participant Ability

  Very Competent

  Competent

  Inexperienced

  Novice

• Very Competent (1)
  A participant who is at the appropriate course level and has enough experience to cope admirably with the activity. Must be mature and self efficient to deal with all potential problems, (even without the presence of the instructor) and show a high level ‘duty of care’. Certain individuals on ALL courses may fall into this category, though already qualified students training for higher-level awards are more likely to demonstrate this level of competence.
  
  Competent (3)
  A participant who is both capable and proficient to cope with activity diversities and be capable of taking care of oneself in almost any situation. The participant must be sensible with a ‘duty of care’. Generally reflects a participant as indicated above.
  
  Inexperienced (6)
  A participant who has undertaken the activity before, yet potentially lacks proficiency to cope alone. The instructor must have prior knowledge of the individual to award a higher level of competency.
  
  Novice (10)
  A participant who is completely new to the activity, or is unknown to the instructor.

• Participant Ability

  Very Competent

  Competent

  Inexperienced

  Novice

• Turn switch on for details of Environmental Conditions Ranking

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• Environmental Condition

  Comfortable

  Uncomfortable

  Demanding

  Hostile

• Comfortable (1)
  Environmental conditions that do not hinder the activity in any way. The environment should not be a concern to any student either physically or psychologically.
  
  Uncomfortable (3)
  Environmental conditions that may impede activity progress in some way. Students may feel some psychological concern when learning new skills.
  
  Demanding (6)
  Environmental conditions that may inhibit activity performances. Students are likely to demonstrate unease. Demanding conditions may lead to an increase in environmental dangers. Activity performance may be hindered by anxiety related problems.
  
  Hostile (10)
  Environmental conditions that is likely to inhibit activity performance. Students are highly likely to demonstrate increased anxiety, related stress, apprehension or even fear. There may be a risk of objective dangers being uncontrollable.
  

• Environmental Condition

  Comfortable

  Uncomfortable

  Demanding

  Hostile

• Turn switch on for details of Local Weather Ranking

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• Local Weather

  Good

  Changeable

  Poor

  Storms

• Good (1)
  Calm weather conditions, which do not impede the activity.
  
  Changeable (3)
  Weather conditions such as rain, increased winds or changes in ambient temperature, which may affect activity.
  
  Poor (6)
  Weather conditions that are likely to affect activity, such as constant rain, sleet or snow, high winds, or large changes in ambient temperature. Weather conditions combined with certain environmental conditions may lead to increased dangers, such as when traversing a narrow ridge in high winds.
  
  Stormy (10)
  Extremely poor weather conditions, which will certainly affect the activity and therefore student performance. The overall activity risk is very likely to increase from that initially identified.

• Local Weather

  Good

  Changeable

  Poor

  Storms

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• Team Ability

  Expert

  Very Experienced

  Skilled

  Novice

• Expert (1)
  A team who has at least one other member of the team whose ability is classified as ‘Expert’ and at least one other member classified as ‘Very Experienced’.
  
  Very Experienced (3)
  A team who has at least one other member of staff classified as ‘Very Experienced’ and the lowest qualified member of operating staff who is deemed ‘Skilled’.
  
  Skilled (6)
  A team with lesser experience than the above. The team will be qualified and well practiced in all Emergency and Accident procedures. This team may have a higher number of ‘Newly Trained’ staff.
  
  Novice (10)
  A newly formed team with a high number of recently qualified members. Eg, a Lead Instructor who is ‘Skilled’ and a team of ‘Newly Trained’ staff.

• Team Ability

  Expert

  Very Experienced

  Skilled

  Novice

• Total Risk Factor Score

• Risk Factor

  Low (6-15)

  Medium (16-25)

  High (26-45)

  Very High (46-60)

• Please sign upon completion of the Daily Risk Assessment

  Sign

• Lower Platform

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  On

Niko Rail

• T1.1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.5

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.6

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.7

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.8

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.9

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.10

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.11

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.12

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.13

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.14

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T1.15

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Middle Platform

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  On

Safe Roller

• T2.1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.5

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.6

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.7

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.8

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.9

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.10

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.11

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.12

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T2.13

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Zip Wire

  Off

  On

Zip Wire

• T3.1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T3.2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T3.3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• T3.4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Power Fan

  Off

  On

Power Fan

• Drope

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Safety Lanyard

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Tru-Blue

  Off

  On

Tru-Blue

• Tru-Blue 1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Tru-Blue 2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• High All Aboard

  Off

  On

High All Aboard

• H1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• H2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• H3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• H4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Climbing Wall

  Off

  On

Climbing Wall

• C1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C5

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Gladiator Climbs

  Off

  On

Gladiator Climbs

• G1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• G2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• G3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• G4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Jacobs Ladder

  Off

  On

Jacobs Ladder

• J1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• J2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• J3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• J4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Totem Pole

  Off

  On

Totem Pole

• C1

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C2

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C3

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C4

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• C5

  Pass

  To Monitor

  To Repair

  Fail

• Please take a picture of the equipment

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Please comment on any other details

• Please sign upon completion of the Daily Ropes Checks

  Sign

General Course Checks

Vandalism

• Are there any signs of tampering?

  No

  Yes
Vandalism

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are there any signs of unauthorised access?

  No

  Yes
Unauthorised Access

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are there any signs of damage caused by vandalism?

  No

  Yes
Unauthorised Access

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are there any signs of foreign objects on or around the course?

  No

  Yes
Foreign Objects

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

Storm Damage

• Has there been any damage to the structure caused by storms?

  No

  Yes
Damage

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Has there been any damage caused by water?

  No

  Yes
Damage

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Has there been any damage caused by high winds?

  No

  Yes
Damage

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Has there been any damage caused by lightning?

  No

  Yes
Damage

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

Ground Cover

• Has any litter been removed from on and around the course?

  Yes

  No

• Have all of the trip hazards been covered?

  Yes

  No
Trip Hazards

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is there a sufficient cover of gravel on the ground?

  Yes

  No
Ground Cover

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the ground cover fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Ground Cover

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

Stabilising Wires

• Are the stabilising wires showing signs of excessive wear?

  No

  Yes
Stabilising Wires

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the stabilising wires under sufficient tension?

  Yes

  No
Stabilising Wires

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the anchor points of the stabilising wires secure and stable?

  Yes

  No
Stabilising Wires

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the stabilising wires fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Stabilising Wires

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

Central Elements

• Are the Sheer Reduction Blocks in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Sheer Reduction Blocks

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Maillons in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Maillons

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Pulley Systems in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Pulley Systems

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the course obstacles in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Course Obstacles

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Aerial Traverses and Descents

  Off

  On

• Tower

  Off

  On

• Are the stairs in the tower clean?

  Yes

  No

• Are all of the platforms in the tower clean?

  Yes

  No

• Are all of the platforms free from ice and snow?

  Yes

  No

• Has all the litter been removed from on the tower?

  Yes

  No

• Niko Rail (Lower and Top Platform)

  Off

  On

• Are all of the trolleys free moving?

  Yes

  No
Niko Trolleys

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are any of the trolleys showing signs of wear and tear?

  No

  Yes
Niko Trolleys

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the connection points of the rail together and secure?

  Yes

  No
Connection Points

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the rail and trolleys fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Rail and Trolleys

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Safe Rollers and Wire

  Off

  On

• Are there any signs of damage to the Safe Roller trolleys?

  No

  Yes
Safe Roller Trolleys

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the lock of the central locking unit working effectively?

  Yes

  No
Central Locking Unit

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the wire in the correct position around the course?

  Yes

  No
Wire

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the wire in a safe and fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Wire

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Power Fan

  Off

  On

• Is the Maillon securely fastened and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Maillon

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the tally counter working and increasing after each descent?

  Yes

  No
Tally Counter

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the drope recoiling effectively without jamming?

  Yes

  No
Drope

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the frame and cover fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Frame

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Please sign upon completion of Power Fan checks

  Sign

• Please countersign upon completion of Power Fan checks

  Sign

• Zip Wire

  Off

  On

• Is the brake anchor connected securely and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Brake Anchor

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the wire of the zip wire fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Wire

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the brake connected securely and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Brake

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the zip wire trolleys fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Trolleys

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Please sign upon completion of Zip Wire checks

  Sign

• Please countersign upon completion of Zip Wire checks

  Sign

• Tru-Blue

  Off

  On

• Are the Tru Blu anchors secure and in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Anchor Point

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Tru Blu's connected securely and in a fit for purpose condition?

  Yes

  No
Connection

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Tru Blu's recoiling and descending effectively and safely?

  Yes

  No
Recoil

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Ground Elements

  Off

  On

• Ground Anchors

• Are there any signs of damage to the ground anchors?

  No

  Yes
Damage

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is there an excessive amount of movement in any of the anchors?

  No

  Yes
Movement

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the anchor points in the correct position?

  Yes

  No
Position

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the ground anchors fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Ground Anchors

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Jacobs Ladder

  Off

  On

• Is the connecting wire fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Connecting Wire

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the obstacles on the element fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Obstacles

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Maillons on the element secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Maillons

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the equipment for the element fitted correctly and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Equipment

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Gladiator Climbs

  Off

  On

• Is the connecting wire fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Connecting Wire

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the obstacles on the element fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Obstacles

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the Maillons on the element secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Maillons

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the equipment for the element fitted correctly and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Equipment

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Climbing Wall

  Off

  On

• Are the holds on the wall secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Climbing Holds

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Are the access boards secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Access Boards

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the equipment for the element fitted correctly and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Equipment

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• High All Aboard

  Off

  On

• Are the holds secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Climbing Holds

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the platform secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Platform

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the access board secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Access Board

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the equipment for the element fitted correctly and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Equipment

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Totem Pole

  Off

  On

• Are the holds secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Climbing Holds

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the top of the pole fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Top of Pole

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the access board secure and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Access Board

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Is the equipment for the element fitted correctly and fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No
Equipment

• Please take a picture

  Media

• Please write a detailed report

• Please insert any other comments from the daily course schemes here

• Please sign here upon completion of the Daily Course Checks

  Sign