Outdoor activities such as cycling, swimming and camping with family and friends at weekends or holidays give us a lot of pleasure. But accidents or injuries may spoil that happiness. Below are some safety tips for outdoor activities: General principles Watch out for a change in the weather. If it is too cold, too hot or raining, avoid outdoor activities. Let your family know when and where you are going.
Take a fully-charged mobile phone with you.
Wear comfortable clothes that are appropriate for the weather and the activity.
Take a training course before you start the outdoor activity programme and go with someone who is experienced.
Camping Do not go if the thunderstorm warning or typhoon signal is hoisted.
Take with you sufficient food, drinking water, a torch, a radio, a compass, a map, a whistle and first aid medicine.