A guide for campsite health and safety

Remember the following tips to help with campsite health and safety and avoid injuries and accidents:

• Take care not to trip over guy ropes and tent pegs.
• Keep gas canisters upright and store away from the campfire.

• Use your stove outside the tent.
• Make sure your food is stored in a cool place to avoid food poisoning.
• Take care if your tent is pitched near to a campsite roadway.
• Pack a first-aid kit.
• Use sun cream.
• Take special care when cooking to avoid burns.
• Make sure the pots, pans and plates are washed up properly to avoid food poisoning.
• Wear flip flops in the shower block to avoid verrucas and warts.
• Be careful around water, especially with children.
• Use insect repellant to avoid infections.
• Clear away your rubbish at night to avoid encouraging foxes and rodents.