Weather Assessments

Pre-activity setup, safety and equipment checks

The Guide checks weather forecasts and key weather indicators at appropriate times prior to the commencement of the activity, these timings include;

• For general field operations – as early as possible on the morning of the activity

• For Canyoning – current rainfall and river levels are checked regularly in the 24 hours prior

• The Guide observes and interprets the local weather conditions at appropriate intervals prior to the commencement of the activity

• Guides apply prior experience and local knowledge with a cautious approach when engaging in activities where weather conditions may be challenging or hazardous

• Decisions to modify and/or cancel activities due to weather are made in consultation with the Lead Guide & CEO (where possible)

Pre-activity safety briefing

• The Guide provides an overview of the expected weather conditions at the commencement of the activity for Participants

• The Guide articulates any specific weather warnings or severe weather expected during the activity

• Where a possibility of a hazardous weather trigger event exists, the Guide highlights the expectations and likely response

Conduct and supervise the activity

• The Guide provides an overview of the expected weather conditions at an appropriate interval during the activity

• Where possible and appropriate the Guide accesses weather forecasts using a mobile device

• The Guide monitors the weather during the activity for signs of changes, hazardous weather and/or trigger events; participants are advised appropriately of anticipated weather conditions

The below links provide more details and procedures related to operating a safe MAG program.