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Activity
Trad rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
Minor injury
Incident
My helmet did not cover my forehead. I was reaching with outstretched arms above my head to place a nut. The nut slipped out of my hand and fell onto my forehead. This time it only left a bump but had the gear hit me from a greater height, I could have been in trouble.
Lessons
Choose a helmet that covers your forehead
Causes
Inadequate equipment, clothing or footwear
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Participant
Wearing Helmets?
Yes
Rescue Services Involved?
None
Author
11 February 2020 at 16:19:31
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