A comprehensive set of contacts and safety messages for the outdoor activists

Adventure Activities Industry Advisory Committee

The Adventure Activities Industry Advisory Committee (AAIAC), is the sector’s lead body for safety in adventure activities. It is representative of a wide range of stakeholders from the UK adventure activities sector and is supported by the Institute for Outdoor Learning.

info@adventureactivityassociates.co.uk

If you have an Accident in the Hills Dial 999 or 112 . Ask for Police then Mountain Rescue….To use the emergency SMS Service : text 999 and send Police the details and location of the incident

Mountain Training’s Association

The MTA is a membership organization for those passionate about climbing, walking, and mountaineering in the UK and Ireland. Its mission is to build a supportive network for professionals and volunteers, fostering growth through mentoring and peer learning.

Mountain Training Association is the membership organisation within Mountain training for all candidates of any qualifications – walking leaders, climbing instructors, coaches and camp leaders.

Mountain Training’s Association is the membership organisation within Mountain Training

association@mountain-training.org 01690 720272

Mountain Training https://www.mountain-training.org

Mountain Training England has delivered leadership qualifications in mountaineering and climbing since 1964. The main purposes of Mountain Training England are to register and advise candidates for the qualifications and training schemes it delivers; approve and manage suitably qualified and experienced providers for its courses and to ensure the quality of delivery of training and assessment courses.

info@mountain-training.org 01690 720272

Mountain Rescue England and Wales

Mountain Rescue England and Wales oversees 47 volunteer mountain rescue teams and eight regional bodies across eight key areas: the Lake District, Mid Pennine, North East, Peak District, Peninsula, Yorkshire Dales, North Wales, and South Wales. Additionally, two associate teams operate in southwest England. Our mission is to support these teams in delivering the highest standard of care to those in need.

With your support, we can maintain exceptional standards in casualty care, technical rope rescue, and running-water rescue, ensuring teams have essential equipment and vehicles to reach those in need. Your generous contributions and legacies also help us plan for the future, keeping this vital community service voluntary and free for those who need it most. Thank you for helping us make this life-saving work possible.

On call 24 / 7 : 365 Days of the year – whatever the weather

If you, or someone else, need rescuing dial 999 and ask for police / mountain rescue.

The Association of Mountaineering Instructors https://www.ami.org.uk/

AMI Instructors enable you to become a self-reliant, safe and knowledgeable climber or mountaineer. Our members provide courses and instruction on climbing, mountaineering, navigation and mountain skills. AMI also provides technical services to companies that require specialist safety advice.

AMI instruction is of a higher standard: a higher standard of professionalism, a higher standard of teaching. They are experts in teaching you new skills, safely.

enquiries@ami.org.uk Telephone – 01690 720123 

Active Learning Centres https://activelearningcentres.co.uk/

Active Learning Centres’ mission is to foster personal and professional growth through innovative, adventurous, and environmentally-focused activities as part of the Active Learning Group. Totally dedicated to supporting students in every way possible, using the Skills Builder Framework to promote essential character traits and life skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

The main goal is to create a welcoming and supportive environment that enhances the wellbeing of all visitors while carefully maintaining the natural spaces that serve as vital retreats. Equally committed to nurturing growth in team members, cultivating these same skills to ensure everyone feels happier and more effective in their roles and lives.

info@activelearningcentres.co.uk 01235 467 304

The National Navigation Award Scheme https://nnas.org.uk/

The NNAS is a personal performance, non-competitive, incentive scheme for all ages to learn navigation skills and gain confidence to get out and enjoy the countryside.

NNAS courses are delivered throughout the country by over 300 approved providers.

Telephone: 01786 451 307 E-mail: info@nnas.org.uk

Remote First Aid https://remotefirstaid.co.uk/

A First Aid and Health & Safety Provider .

Remote First Aid & Pre-Hospital Training is a leading training provider supporting the outdoor sector in meeting regulatory compliance needs. They also provide personal skills training for a safe & enjoyable day in remote areas of the UK.

Ramblers https://www.ramblers.org.uk/

We are the Ramblers: Britain’s walking charity

Whether you’re a wild-weather wanderer, a solitary stroller, hiker, trekker or a weekend walk-and-talker, there’s no one way to ramble. ramblers@ramblers.zendesk.com

Outdoor Nation https://www.outdoornation.online/

Inspire everyone to pursue a passion for paddling and outdoor adventure – promoting health, enjoyment, friendship, challenge, and personal achievement. We believe in making outdoor activities accessible and beneficial for all, regardless of location, ability, or background

It’s a UK’s gateway to the ‘outdoors’; helps you find the best places to walk, hike, cycle, paddle, wild swim and climb.

admin@outdoornation.online 020 3961 3232

South & Mid Wales Cave Rescue Team https://smwcrt.org/index.html#/

SMWCRT provide a search and rescue service for People and Animals requiring assistance underground, 24hrs a day, 365 days a year.

In an emergency, if you, or someone else, need rescuing dial 999 or 112 and ask for Cave rescue.

chair@smwcrt.org secretary@smwcrt.org

British Cave Rescue Council https://www.caverescue.org.uk/

BCRC is the Representative body for ‘voluntary’ underground rescue in the British Isles.

In an emergency, if you, or someone else, need rescuing dial 999 or 112 and ask for Cave rescue.

secretary@caverescue.org.uk informationofficer@caverescue.org.uk

The Royal Lifeboat Institution https://rnli.org/

RNLI : Charity that Saves Lives at Sea

In challenging times and treacherous waters, the RNLI’s mission remains unwavering: even one life lost is one too many. Their lifeboat volunteers don’t face raging seas to save most—they are committed to saving every single life.

In an emergency, if you, or someone else, need rescuing at the Coast dial 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.

0300 300 9990 (from the UK)
01 511 9836 (from Ireland)
+44 1202 663234 (from any other country)

Severn Area Rescue Association https://www.sara-rescue.org.uk/

SARA is a volunteer lifeboat and inland search and rescue charity, with 7 lifeboat and rescue stations along the length of the River Severn.

Inland / Tidal Water Rescue : Land search : Rope Rescue : Flood Support

info@sara-rescu.org.uk 0344 846 0226

Paddle UK https://paddleuk.org.uk/#

Paddle UK encourages others to embrace the passion for paddling, unlocking the benefits of health, joy, camaraderie, personal growth, and the thrill of achievement.

Join Paddle UK and enjoy the best-value waterways license available! With membership, you’re covered across over 4,500 km of rivers, canals, and lakes. Just contact and the name of a river, canal, or lake to see if it’s included in your membership.

hello@paddleuk.org.uk 0300 0119 500

Wales – 01678 521199 Scotland – 01887 292040 Northern Ireland – 02895438094

Ionic Rescue Equipment https://ionicrescue.com/

Specialist Rescue Equipment by Professional for Professionals who operate in environments where the reliability and durability of their equipment are critical to their safety and that of others. That’s why industrial marine workers, the Coast Guard, and public safety professionals—including police officers, firefighters, and water rescue teams—trust us.

Safequip is recognised as one of the leading suppliers and manufacturers of water rescue PPE and equipment. Trusted by the Best

John Wilcock < John@safequip.co.uk > 01259 727835

The Royal Yachting Association https://www.rya.org.uk/

The RYA is the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sports boats, windsurfing and personal watercraft, and is a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising in the UK.

support@rya.org.uk. RYA reception 023 8060 4100

admin@ryacymruwales.org.uk Wales

Greg.yarnall@rya.org.uk Northern Ireland

admin@ryascotland.org.uk Scotland

Adventure Activities Licensing https://www.hse.gov.uk/aala/

As an AALA-licensed provider of Adventure Activities, all providers are required to implement robust Health & Safety Policies and Procedures covering every aspect of their operation, including risk assessment, staff qualifications, operational systems and protocols, booking systems, equipment maintenance, venue safety, accident and emergency procedures, and first aid. These measures are essential to ensure that all services and activities meet national health and safety standards in the adventure industry.

Providers are also expected to enhance these standards through comprehensive internal systems. This includes ensuring that instructors assigned to clients or groups are fully informed of each participant’s objectives, fitness and skill levels, health considerations, any specific physical or psychological needs, and relevant prior experience. By adopting this personalized approach, providers promote best practices and ensure the highest quality and safest possible experience for all participants.

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