The Paddler Magazine Issue 64 Early Spring 2022 | Page 75

Incident Reporting

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Reporting an incident or notable event is important for the whole paddling community to enable us all to learn and avoid incidents happening again . At British Canoeing , we have a reporting system that helps us alongside other UK databases to recognise themes and action appropriate messaging and education , such as Safety Alerts , Case Studies and Information Sheets -www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / guidance-resources / safety-1 / safety-alerts

We would encourage you to report all incidents including those notable events ( near misses ), as this information will help us to identify paddling issues and to establish an accurate picture of safety and other concerns across the country .

https :// www . britishcanoeing . org . uk / news / 2022 / incident-reporting

The information you submit is confidential but can be shared within specialist departments of British Canoeing and the National Associations . This is to ensure that the support and advice you receive is from specialist staff and paddlers who understand the issues or environment you were in .

As part of British Canoeing ’ s commitment to support paddlers , we offer a service for anyone who has witnessed , been involved or has been affected by a paddlesport incident . If you would like to talk to one of our trained TRIM Practitioners who can offer support or signpost to an appropriate agency , please email safety @ britishcanoeing . org . uk

Canoe Focus Early Spring 2022