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CODE OF CONDUCT ON
FIELD EXCURSIONS
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH THE
FOLLOWING CODE.
(Copies available at the start of every
field meeting.)
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Persons attending BSS field
meetings do so at their own risk
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The excursion leader /
organiser has the right to refuse participation
to any member or guest whose behaviour or equipment are considered
unsatisfactory
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For certain meetings the
leader will provide a register to record the names of all participants at the start of the
meeting. This must be countersigned by each participant at the end of the meeting
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For all meetings you are
advised to use water and windproof clothing and appropriate footwear, and to carry
adequate food and drink. In mountainous or remote country you are
encouraged to carry a whistle, a map and a compass and be familiar with
their use
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Please at all times respect
the property of the owners who grant access and allow us to conduct botanical
explorations on their land. Follow the country code and avoid damage to
delicate habitats
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Observe the provisions of
the Wildlife and Countryside Act. Apart
from careful collection, for identification and research purposes, of
cryptogams or phanerogamic specimens, refrain from damaging plants
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Pay great attention to the hazards of the terrain,
including potential dangers to others
from dislodged stones on cliffs or screes
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8) Never leave the main party without notifying the
leader of your intention. Endeavour to stay in groups at all times
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