Safety
Confidence starts with feeling safe
Safety is planned into every part of Tribloom—from venue and equipment checks to supervised courses, trained event personnel and on-site medical support.
How we keep the day safe
A clear standard for every stage of the event
Before the event
- We review the venue and agree the setup with the host school.
- Staff and marshals are briefed on their roles.
- Parents receive clear guidance on what to bring.
Swim safety
- Qualified lifeguards are on duty throughout the swim.
- The swim takes place in a controlled pool.
- Pool entry and exit are supervised.
- Swim support is available for less confident swimmers, arranged in advance.
Cycle safety
- A properly fitted helmet is mandatory on the cycle.
- Every bicycle is checked before the start.
- The cycle route is closed and marshalled.
- Marshals are positioned along the course.
Run safety
- The run follows a clearly marked route.
- Marshals support runners along the way.
- Hydration is available on the run.
Transition-zone safety
- Bicycles are racked and gear is organised in a controlled transition area.
- Helmets are checked before cycles enter the transition zone.
- Movement between disciplines is calm and supervised — there is no need to rush.
Medical and emergency response
- On-site medical support is arranged for every event.
- First-aid and a clear response plan are in place.
- Trained event personnel follow an agreed emergency procedure.
Weather and event changes
- The day is planned around the forecast.
- There is a clear plan if conditions change.
- Timings can be adjusted, or the event postponed, to keep everyone safe.
- Schools and parents are kept informed.
Safeguarding and child release
- Staff maintain participant accountability throughout the event.
- Children are only released to a known parent, guardian or authorised adult.
- Photography preferences recorded at registration are respected on the day.
Parent and participant responsibilities
- Parents provide a safe, correctly sized bicycle and a properly fitted helmet.
- Participants follow instructions from staff, lifeguards and marshals.
- Relevant medical or support needs are declared during private registration.
Incident reporting and communication
- Any incident is recorded and communicated to the relevant parent or guardian.
- Important updates are shared with registered families by email.
- Concerns can be raised with the event team on the day or afterwards.
Working with your school
An event-specific safety plan for every school
Before each event, Tribloom works with the host school to review the venue and prepare an event-specific safety plan. Detailed plans and risk assessments are shared directly with authorised school representatives during event planning.