PADDLERsmart! Canada Knowledge Base

Module 06 - Emergency Preparedness

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

 

Paddle trip emergencies happen even during good weather conditions and even to experienced paddlers. Emergency preparation and knowledge are the first steps to self-rescue. As a new paddler, you must practice extra caution on the water and know how to respond if an emergency situation happens to you.

 

 RESCUE TIPS FOR PADDLERS

  • Always paddle in a group so that you can help each other if a capsizing occurs.
  • Remember that people come first. You may be required to release your paddle craft to save yourself or another paddler from a hazard.
  • Both you and your paddle craft should have adequate flotation devices (i.e. a life jacket for you and inflated air bags for your paddle craft). This will increase your safety and make your rescue easier.
  • Practice self-rescue techniques in a controlled area before heading out on the water.
  • Know the various rescue techniques for helping other paddlers in need of assistance.

 

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