Location: Dartmoor National Park
Meeting Point: Roborough Down Lane Car Park
Postcode: PL6 7AR
What3Words: ///precluded.playroom.dynasties

We’ll start the run from the Roborough Down Lane Car Park in Dartmoor National Park at 18:30. To ensure you find the correct location, use the What3Words code ///precluded.playroom.dynasties. The route features mostly flat terrain and will cover approximately 3–5km (1.9–3.1 miles), depending on the pace of the group. This will be a dog and human adventure.

What to Bring:

• Water (for you and your dog)

• Running gear

• Optional: snacks and a mug for drinks

• A leash if you are bringing your dog

Important Information:

• As we’ll be running through parts of Dartmoor National Park, all dogs need to be on leash in accordance with DNP rules.

Membership Requirement:

This event is only open to members of the K9 Commando Adventure Club. To join the club and sign up for future adventures, head over to our Shop page. You can also read more about the club here.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before the day.

• K9 Commando Adventure Club – Risk Assessment

  Date: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
  Time: 18:30 – 19:30
  Location: Dartmoor National Park
  Meeting Point: Roborough Down Lane Car Park, PL6 7AR
  What3Words: ///precluded.playroom.dynasties

  Overview: We’ll start the run from the Roborough Down Lane Car Park in Dartmoor National Park at 18:30. The route features mostly flat terrain and will cover approximately 3–5km (1.9–3.1 miles), depending on the pace of the group.

  Identified Hazards & Control Measures

  Hazard | Who Might Be Harmed | Control Measures

  1. Uneven/slippery terrain, pavements, curbs, or street hazards

     Participants and dogs

     Participants advised to stay alert. Route planned to minimise hazards. Dogs kept on lead.

  2. Weather (heat, cold, rain, wind)
     

     Participants and dogs
     

     Participants informed to bring weather-appropriate clothing and water. Run may be modified or cancelled in extreme weather.

  3. Dehydration or heat-related illness
     

     Participants and dogs
     

     Regular water breaks encouraged; all advised to bring water. Organizers carry extra water.

  4. Road traffic and crossings
     

     Public, participants, and dogs
     

     Participants briefed to use crossings safely. Dogs kept on leads throughout.

  5. Dog fights or aggressive behaviour
     

     Public, dogs, and participants
     

     Dogs kept on leads when needed. Organizers trained in canine first aid.

  6. Injury to participant (e.g., trip, fall)
     

     Participants and dogs
     

     First aid kit available.

     Leaders trained in first aid. Emergency contact info collected. Group leaders have mobile phones for emergency contact.

  7. Medical emergencies (e.g., participant with pre-existing conditions)
     

     Participants and dogs
     

     Participants disclose medical info voluntarily via waiver. Organizers will act accordingly in an emergency, using provided emergency contacts and data.

  8. Allergic reaction or stings

     Participants and dogs
     

     Participants reminded to bring necessary medication (e.g., antihistamines, EpiPens). Emergency procedures in place.

  9. Busy public areas (crowds, tourists, dogs)

     Public, participants, and dogs

     Dogs kept on leads at all times. Participants briefed to be aware of surroundings.

  10. Lost participant or dog

      Participants and dogs

      Headcount at start and finish. Group stays together. Dogs to remain on lead. What3Words provided.

  11. Waste or dog fouling

      Public, wildlife, participants, and dogs

      Participants instructed to pick up after their dogs and carry waste until proper disposal.

  12. Livestock or wildlife interactions

      Dogs, wildlife, livestock, and participants

      Dogs to be kept on leads where required. Participants informed in advance of livestock zones.

  Emergency Procedures

  In case of emergency, call 999.

  Closest hospital: Derriford Hospital, Plymouth (PL6 8DH), which is about a 15 minute car journey.

  Organizers will carry a first aid kit (human and dog) and have emergency contact info for all participants.

  Group leader to coordinate emergency response and stay with affected person until help arrives.

  First Aid & Communications

  Organizers are trained in human and canine first aid.

  Organisers to carry fully charged mobile phones.

  Review

  This risk assessment will be reviewed at the start of the event and adjusted if necessary due to conditions on the day.

  Prepared by: K9 Commando
  Date: 15 July 2025