Lowering off from a sport climb isn't always as easy as it is at the climbing wall. Knowing a few techniques can make the difference between an enjoyable day's climbing and a trip to A&E. Read more »
HSE Chair Judith Hackitt is on the warpath to stop Health and Safety being used by killjoys as a shield to hide behind. Read more »
Earlier this month, Stuart Igoe, from Outdoor Activities Service delivered a day introducing people to two national leadership awards. Read more »
The Winter Essentials DVD shows the essential skills and techniques for winter mountaineering. Read more »
The BMC's climbing and walking safety posters are available free of charge for a limited period. Read more »
The Chair of the Health and Safety Commission has urged teachers to take a sensible approach to risk assessment, in order to ensure that school trips remain a part of every child's education. Read more »
It's unlikely you're on the BMC website if risk and adventure were not integral to your life. An article from the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health draws some interesting conclusions on the effect of risk aversion to society. Read more »
The minutes and agendas of the BMC Training and Youth Committee will now be published online. Read more »
Belaying is a complex skill, requiring practice and experience to become competent. Inattentive belaying is the cause of many climbing accidents, and mistakes can result in serious injuries for climber, belayer or both. Read more »
The figure of eight is commonly used to attach a rope to a climbing harness. Read more »
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