Currach rowing, and its associated activities with Row the Erne (RtE), is a healthy and fun form of physical exercise. We want to be as inclusive as possible, but for health and safety and wellbeing reasons, before participating in any activity relating to rowing with RtE, you must make a declaration about your health. Please note a health issue may not necessarily exclude you from participation.
Do you have or have you ever had?
Many conditions can be accommodated or managed with medication but if you answered YES to one or more of the above questions please visit or speak with your GP and sign the declaration below before participating in our water activities. If you have any other condition that is not listed please inform the Committee/Skipper. The Club may ask you to get a letter from your doctor declaring that you are fit to row with Row the Erne.
We row on inland waterways, tidal estuaries and at sea. Members must be aware that even on our regular rows there is the potential that you might end up in the water. It is an inherent risk. While it is not a requirement that you can swim, we would encourage you to learn to swim for safety reasons.
I certify that if I have answered YES to one or more of the above health questions, I have consulted my GP who has confirmed that I am able to participate in this water sport. I realise that my participation in these activities involves a risk of injury, hereby confirm that I am voluntarily engaging and undertake this at my own risk. I have read, understood and answered honestly the questions above. Any questions I had were answered to my full satisfaction by the club Safety Officer.
If I cannot be immediately contacted, I give consent for Row the Erne to act ‘in loco parentis’ for obtaining treatment in the event of a medical incident. (As parent or guardian to any member under 18 years)
I understand that rowing/sailing and participating in water and land activities with Row the Erne involves participating in outdoor adventure activities, which by their nature involve a risk of personal injury or death.
These activities are undertaken at my own risk and I disclaim any responsibility from Row the Erne for the fact that I have decided to participate in these activities based on my honest and full disclosure to RTE of my ability. (Dishonesty/ omission in any part of this process is not only dangerous for you and other members but also the Club itself.)
I agree to replace or repair any equipment that I/my son/my daughter damage(s).
I have read and agree with the Club’s rules and the safety statement.
I agree to pay the required fees.
I agree that I have read, completed and understood the Rowing Readiness Questionnaire (RRQ).
This information is essential to ensure your safety while participating in Row the Erne activities. Please answer all questions honestly on the form. Answer N/A where applicable.
If you bring your medications with you, it is your responsibility to tell the skipper, what you have, where it is and how it must be administered in the case of emergency. E.g. inhaler. EpiPen, glucose gel.
I confirm that I have completed the above questionnaire to the best of my ability, and that I have provided accurate information regarding my current health status. I take it upon myself to discuss any changes in my health with the skipper. I understand that Row the Erne activities have certain risks. I also understand that the degrees of risk depend on my health and physical fitness. I am voluntarily participating in the activities of Row the Erne. I will immediately discontinue any activity if feeling unwell and I will notify a member of Row the Erne. In this respect I hereby indemnify the club that is Row the Erne, and its committee.
