Why Schools, Youth Organisations and Councils Should prioritise Risk Assessments and the use of GPS Trackers for Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions
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The death of the 16-year-old boy in Snowdonia serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of proper supervision and risk management. The coroner’s report highlighted two critical failures: the lack of a comprehensive risk assessment and the lack of appropriate supervision. These are both areas where GPS tracking technology could have had a significant impact.
