All About Animals
Risk Assessment
Risk 1 – Dangers of infection Health issues and hygiene will be explained prior to handling ANY of the animals concerned. A chemical hand wash will be available for all children and adults following the animal handling.
Risk 2 – Allergies Anyone with any allergies relating to fur, feathers, etc, should refrain from handling the animals. We will ask about any allergies prior to anyone handling the animals. Please note that any party bags distributed may contain nuts, seeds, dairy, eggs and any other foods harmful to allergy sufferers. We will ask about any allergies on the day of the event.
Risk 3 – Dangers of animals biting We will explain to everyone how to approach the animal to ensure the safety of both participants and animals. All animals are handled regularly to maintain their tameness. A first aid kit will be available should anyone need it and there is always a qualified first aider on site.
Risk 4 – Stress on animals Everyone should refrain from making loud noises and sudden movements during the handling sessions to avoid causing stress to the animals. We will instruct everyone on how to approach and handle each animal. Any animal that shows sign of stress will be removed from the session.
Risk 5 – Risk of escaping animals In the event of any animal escaping all participants will be asked to vacate the area calmly and quietly while our members of staff recapture the animal safely. The animals are tame and precautions are made to ensure that there is minimal risk of any animal escaping.
Risk 6 – Equipment All equipment will be placed to ensure that there will be minimal risk of tripping / slipping hazards to the public.
Risk 7 - Bouncy Castles Our bouncy castles are supervised at all times by a member of staff. Parents/carers are responsible for the safety of the children using the bouncy castles. We make every effort to ensure that safety mats and weights are used. Anyone using our bouncy castles do so at their own risk. Parents/carers are responsible to ensure that no children with neck or back problems use the bouncy castles. All About Animals minis takes no responsibility for any injuries caused while using bouncy castles.
