What are the risks?

Swing

– The branch or other support could collapse.

– The rope could snap or come undone from the support.

– The fall height may be too high.

– The risk of crashing into the tree or support.

Environment

– The swing may be above water with the risk of drowning.

– The area around the swing may be hazardous due to debris or likelihood of collision with

obstacles.

– Trees around the swing present a hazard due to dead branches or windblow.

Water

– Is the depth of the water obvious from the bank?

– Is the bed of the river free from hazards such as sharp rocks, logs, branches or other

hazardous material?

– Is there an obvious clear exit from the river?

– Is the river/pool free from adverse currents?

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