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An annual conference and training event for Scottish University mountaineering clubs. The event is hosteded by Glenmore Lodge.
More information and details are available through: www.mcofs.org.uk
Date: 12th-14th November
Safety & Good Practice Seminar 2009 - REPORT
For Scottish Student
Mountaineering, Climbing and Hillwalking Clubs
14th & 15th November 2009 - Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore
57 students attended from nine university clubs looked after by 25 volunteer instructors.
On Saturday the programme covered a wide range of subjects including:-
Liability and Duty of Care
Choice, care and maintenance of pooled equipment
Incident Management
Qualifications, Training Opportunities and Experience
Novices and running a club
Scrambling and Hazard Awareness
Winter Check List
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On Sunday the delegates developed their skills in Mountain Navigation (introductory and advanced) and Rock Climbing (introductory and advanced).
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