Fieldwork safety and planning

Geography fieldwork around water can be a great way to help students develop their understanding of the workings of physical systems such as rivers and coasts, and of the impact that these systems have on human activity.

This series of video clips promote the safe running of fieldwork around water, providing you with guidelines and tips for steps you can take before, during and after your visit. The videos available are:

• Introduction

• General guidance

• Before you go

• The pre-visit

• Staffing the group

• Preparing your students

• Equipment and clothing

• Information you need

• On the day

• Coastal waters

• Cliffs

• Inland waters

• After your visit

Further guidance can be found at:

• Learning Outside the Classroom 

• Group safety at water margins