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Date of Incident
28/06/2023
Country
Scotland
Area
Route
Activity
Sport rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
No injury
Incident
A climber pulled off a large block whilst climbing a conglomerate sport route, several people were stood below the route and it missed one of them by around 1 meter. The block would likely have caused death or serious injury.
Lessons
The conglomerate rock at Moy is unstable and will be pulled off even on established routes, this is particularly noticeable in the top sections of the crag where the conglomerate clasts are larger and less well travelled. Helmets are mandatory at all times at the crag. When possible, it is better to belay out of the firing line of loose rock. Be conscious when moving around the crag of climbers above and stay out of the way of potential falling rock. Similarly when climbing, be conscious of rock quality and people below, give as much warning as possible with a clear shout if you might pull a rock off. Repeat: Helmets are mandatory at all times at the crag.
Causes
Falling rock, snow, ice or object
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Participant
Wearing Helmets?
Some
Rescue Services Involved?
N/A
Author
29 June 2023 at 10:01:58
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