Risk Assessment
Version 1.0 — Prepared by: Cluckin About Ltd
Activity Description
Chicken Rush is an urban, team-based game where participants move around a city centre completing photo/video challenges and locating a hidden “Chicken” using a web-based shrinking-circle map. The activity takes place entirely in public spaces (streets, pavements, pedestrian zones) and participating venues (pubs/cafés). No specialist equipment, tools, vehicles, or physical contact elements are used.
1. Hazard Identification & Risk Controls
1.1 Traffic & Road Crossings
Hazards Participants crossing roads; Distracted walking while using phones; Running into traffic.
Controls
- Pre-event briefing instructs participants to obey traffic laws and use designated crossings
- Written safety guidance provided before the event
- Teams reminded not to run across roads or use phones while crossing
- Routes are participant-chosen rather than set, reducing pressure to take unsafe shortcuts
1.2 Slips, Trips & Falls
Hazards Uneven pavements, kerbs, public steps; Wet surfaces in bad weather; Obstacles in crowded areas.
Controls
- Safety briefing highlights awareness of surroundings
- Advising suitable footwear
- Activity takes place in well-maintained, lit urban areas
- Teams encouraged to walk at a safe pace
1.3 Crowded Public Areas
Hazards Collisions with pedestrians; Congestion near popular spots; Potential conflict with public.
Controls
- Conduct rules: be respectful and yield to the public
- Challenges designed to avoid disruptive behaviour
- Clear instructions to not run in busy areas
- No loud equipment or props
1.4 Use of Licensed Premises (Pubs/Cafés)
Hazards Spills on floors; Minor crowding; Alcohol consumption.
Controls
- Alcohol is optional and not part of the game
- Guidance to drink responsibly
- Venues selected are normal public venues with their own safety measures
- Participants briefed to behave respectfully and not interfere with venue staff or customers
1.5 Phone Use While Moving
Hazards Reduced awareness of surroundings; Walking into obstacles.
Controls
- Participants asked to stop walking when reading clues
- Reminders not to check phones when crossing roads
- Team-based design means others can watch surroundings
1.6 Weather Conditions
Hazards Rain, snow, ice, heat exposure.
Controls
- Participants advised to dress appropriately
- Event goes ahead only in safe, normal urban conditions
- No activity during severe weather warnings
1.7 Participant Behaviour / Misconduct
Hazards Running in unsuitable areas; Unsafe risk-taking; Disruptive behaviour.
Controls
- Mandatory code of conduct in Terms of Service
- Safety briefing stresses responsible behaviour
- Hosts (where present) reinforce this
- Game designed to reward creativity, not dangerous shortcuts
1.8 Interaction With the Public
Hazards Public complaints; Interrupting businesses; Minor disputes.
Controls
- No task requires approaching strangers
- Teams told not to involve the public
- “Respect the public” rule reinforced in briefing
- Photo/video challenges are harmless and self-contained
1.9 Emergency Situations
Hazards Lost participants; Illness or minor injury; Disorientation.
Controls
- Participants carry their own phone
- Emergency contact details provided
- Game area limited to safe, central districts
- Hosts (if present) monitor WhatsApp helpline
2. Residual Risk
After applying the above controls, the activity presents low to moderate risk, consistent with normal walking around a city centre. No specialist equipment or hazardous actions are required.
3. Participant Information Provided
Before the event:
- Written safety guidelines
- Code of conduct
- Instructions on how to play safely
- Contact number for urgent issues
- Recommendation for comfortable clothing and footwear
During hosted events:
- Verbal safety briefing
- Reminder of rules and safe behaviour
4. Policy & Review
This risk assessment will be:
- Reviewed annually
- Updated whenever game mechanics or locations change
- Provided to insurers upon request
Prepared by
Fred Parry
Director, Cluckin About Ltd (Chicken Rush)
