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Sea Kayaking

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Logging Paddlesport Activity with HM Coastguard Recently, the Coastguard has seen an increase in members of the public calling the Coastguard for help when they…

Paddlesport Helmets

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Since the start of the year, Paddle UK has received an increase in the number of incident reports submitted through the online incident reporting system…

Proposed Changes to AALA

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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is proposing some changes to the operation of the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority, which will affect how licence applications…

Paddlesport Head Injury Guidance

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Introduction Head injury or concussion can occur in various ways in both recreational and competitive paddlesport. This might be through capsize, collision or other impact…

Equipment Modification

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Equipment modification relates to any change to equipment which is different from the manufacturer’s design. Paddle UK has been made aware that modifications are being…

Multiple Buoyancy Aid and Life Jacket Recalls

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Paddle UK has been made aware of three product recalls for buoyancy aids and life jackets sold via various online marketplaces presenting a serious risk…

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Safety Updates

Safety updates aim to address specific safety issues or concerns. There are four categories of safety updates. These include: safety alerts, product recalls, and information sheets.
  • Safety alerts provide a summary of new or updated guidance and best practice.
  • Product recalls share information on any recalled paddlesport products as shared by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
  • Information sheets provide further detail on particular paddlesport topics.
  • Case studies highlight key learnings from particular incidents or notable events.

Safety Alerts

Sea Kayaking

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Logging Paddlesport Activity with HM Coastguard Recently, the Coastguard has seen an increase…

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Product Recalls

Information Sheets

Case Studies

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