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Activity
Trad rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
Minor injury
Incident
4m up Golva, I slipped and initially, the cam at 3m held me until it popped and I fell to the ground.
Lessons
extend small cams to prevent walking, nest first bit of gear to prevent ground fall.
Causes
Slip, trip or fall, Equipment failure
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Participant
Wearing Helmets?
Yes
Rescue Services Involved?
Author
23 September 2020 at 07:13:30
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