
Boulder general safety
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Report to reception on each visit before you climb.
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You must exercise care, common sense and self preservation at all times.
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Report any problems with the walls, equipment or other climbers' behaviour to a member of staff immediately.
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Be aware of the other climbers around you and how your actions will affect them.
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Do not distract people while they are climbing.
Conditions of Use
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All users over the age of 18 must fill in a registration form before climbing
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Under 18's must be supervised closely by a registered adult at all times. Exception being given to "green card" over 14's
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No outdoor shoes to be worn whilst bouldering
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No drinks or food in climbing area.
BOULDERING
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Always climb within your capabilities and descend by down climbing, jumping or, at the very least, a controlled fall.
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Never climb directly above or below another climber.
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Don't sit or stand under the wall when people are bouldering.
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Problems finish on the last obvious hold. DO NOT grab or touch the top of the wall, or any girders, metalwork or lights.
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Don't boulder with hardware hanging on your clothes or chalk bag.
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Keep the mat free of objects and obstructions like bags, clothing, chalk bags, brushes, shoes etc. No food or drink on the mats.
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THE SOFT MAT DOES NOT MAKE BOULDERING ANY SAFER
If you're above 14 but under 18, you can also become a junior member of Birmingham Bouldering Centre but first you must pass a Under 18 climbing assessment. Children under 14 can climb at The Birmingham Bouldering Centre ONLY under the supervision of either an instructor or a supervising adult who MUST be a registered member.