Trip Grades and Checklist for Trip Leaders

Trip Grades

Grade 1 Standard unmodified trucks, no recovery gear.

Grade 2 Standard trucks with mud tyres on, some recovery gear.

Grade 3 Standard trucks with mud tyres, snorkel and recovery gear.

Grade 4 Modified trucks with extreme mud tyres or mud tyres typically fitted,

snorkel a must and a winch, ALL recovery gear.

Grade 5 Modified trucks as above, ALL recovery gear and WINCH, DAMAGE Likely

REMEMBER - DON’T RELY ON OTHERS FOR RECOVERY, IF YOU USE OTHER

PEOPLES RECOVERY GEAR AND BREAK IT, YOU REPLACE IT.

Check List for Trip Leaders

Torch, Snatch Strap 8000Kg, Snorkel

Tow hooks front and rear rated to 10000lb. Vehicles with winches- snatch block, tree trunk protector, 2 winch blankets, bow shackle 4.7T recommended 3.25T minimum.

Shovel or spade, fire extinguisher,spare wheel.

Toilet paper 

TRIP LEADER OPTION

Extra warm clothing, ground anchor, chains, food, overnight gear, chains, basic tool kit, first aid kit, jack and base, water bottle, gloves.

In Case of an Accident

Trip leader to take control or appoint someone to do so. Ensure safety of yourself, others and property.

Administer First Aid, and assess injuries. Get help underway if required.

Phone 111, EPIRB, Radio Channel 12. Send someone for help.

Know your location - GPS, local knowledge, maps, road signs.

As soon as possible advise a member of the Club executive

DO NOT Speak to Media. Advise Media to call Club President.


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