RETREAT SAFETY REGULATIONS

Please read and acknowledge all Retreat Safety Regulations prior to the continuation of this form.

1. The Group Representative shall notify the group of camp boundaries and all “out-of-bounds” areas.

2. The limits of the swimming area shall be designated to the beach in accordance with government regulations.

3. No persons under 18 years of age may swim or take out watercraft without the presence of a designated Waterfront Director and/or Lifeguard holding a valid National Lifeguard Certificate.

4. No Waterfront Director and/or Lifeguard shall be required to monitor waterfront usage longer than three (3) consecutive hours, in accordance with government regulations.

5. Written safety rules for swimming and use of water craft shall be posted at the waterfront. These rules apply to all group members.

6. Equipment for all watercraft shall comply with MOT regulations and the use of motorized watercraft is strictly prohibited in accordance with government regulations.

7. There shall be no swimming after dark.

8. An MOT-approved life jacket or MOT-approved personal flotation device (PFD) must be worn by all persons using any watercraft.

9. Emergency procedures shall be posted for emergencies including: fire, water-related accidents, and medical emergencies.

10. The Group Representative should instruct the group in proper use of fire-fighting equipment.

11. Adequate firefighting equipment shall be located in strategic positions near doorways and be inspected regularly. Provincial fire regulations shall be posted and complied with.

12. Swimming and boating areas shall be free from unnecessary hazards.

13. If swimming out of approved area for the purpose of distance swimming, each swimmer shall be accompanied by a boat carrying approved lifesaving equipment and manned by two responsible persons capable of using such equipment.

14. No life guard shall be on duty for more than three (3) consecutive hours. Lifeguards shall be free from all other duties during the recreation swim periods.

15. All poisonous materials, gasoline, lethal weapons, power tools, ammunition, machinery, medical supplies, and any other potentially dangerous articles shall be properly marked and kept in a safe, locked place.

16. All riflery and archery equipment shall be kept under lock and key when not in use as required under the Standard of the Alberta Camping Association. It is recommended that all sharp or dangerous equipment be locked when not in use (for example darts and lawn darts).

17. Fire extinguishers in the cabins shall be used only for fighting fires.

18. No open flames (candles) shall be used in the cabins.

19. Stoves in cabins shall be operated with adult supervision.

20. Campfires are permitted only in the fire pit at the lake.

21. A full bucket of water must be available at all times for extinguishment.

22. Campfires shall not be left unattended and/or unguarded.

23. Fireworks and/or firecrackers are strictly prohibited by law on our property.

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