Safety on the Mountain
It is important to enjoy your time on the mountain and being organised and prepared will make your great day even better. There are a few important things to consider.
Charge your phone - Many accidents occur towards the end of the day when both you and your phone are low on energy.
Plan your route carefully - Consider the time of year, terrain, your skill/experience and knowledge of the area and choose your route accordingly.
Check the weather -There are a number of weather sites available:
Mountain weather information - www.mwis.org.uk
Met Office - www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/ specialist-forecasts/mountain
Leave details of your route plan - Include start and finish points, estimated time of return, contact
details and leave your note in a reliable place in case of emergency.
Keep an eye on the weather - Be prepared to turn back if conditions turn against you, the mountains will always be there.
Eat and drink well through the day - Before you start and through the day, keep your energy and hydration levels high to get the most out of your day.
In case of emergency - Make a note of all relevant details: Location, name, gender and age of casualty, nature of injuries or emergency, number of people in the party.
Dial 999 or 112. Ask for ‘Police’ then ‘Mountain Rescue’ For more information: www.adventuresmart.uk