Hot Weather Guidelines
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Hot Weather Guidelines
Members with health problems are reminded that it is their responsibility at all times to not expose themselves to undue risk of harm or injury.
When the Dry Bulb temperature is 34 deg C as forecast from the Bureau of Meteorology on the night before sailing then any scheduled event will be cancelled. At temperatures over 34 deg C General sailing may be carried out by members at their own discretion with due regard to hydration, Sun protection and undue exposure to the sun.
At temperature of over 38 deg C no sailing unless conditions at the sailing venue are considered to be more favourable and comfortable than those forecast. Sailing will be at the discretion and the responsibility of the member sailing.
Each member should pay attention to personal factors that may affect them. These factors may include;
- Clothing: Suitable for the weather conditions
- Acclimatisation: Acclimatize to the conditions if you have come from an air-conditioned environment.
- Fitness: Need for rest
Age and gender:
- Predisposed Medical Conditions: Asthma, Heart, Diabetes etc.
- Hydration: Keep hydrated at all times.
- Shade: Take advantage of any shade conditions.