Check 3 GPS is a quick and easy method to assess any high risk activity or event for possible hazards and allow mitigation when required. This “Check 3” approach is assessing three areas referenced by the common acronym GPS. In this case, GPS is not referencing a navigation aid. Rather, GPS is: Gear – Plan – Skills.
With this app, users will have access to videos, articles and helpful tips for a plethora of high risk activities such as:
• Bull Riding
• Flying Civilian Aircraft
• Skydiving
• Parasailing
• White-Water Rafting
• Motorcycling
• Auto Racing
• Hunting
• Kayaking
• Scuba Diving
• Bungee Jumping
• Hiking
• Rock Climbing
• Recreation Water Activities
• Road Trips
• ATVS
Each high risk activity will have a Gear, Plan and Skills section with materials available specifically for beginners and those who are advanced. For instance, “G” or gear may encompass details such as personal protective equipment, your vehicle, or availability of drinking water. “P” or plan may encompass the timeline, weather, sequence, emergency contact/backup, as well as other facets. “S” or skills may mean are you rested for the activity or your overall experience level with the activity. If you see an issue or hazard in any of the areas, then assess if you can adjust an area to mitigate the hazard, especially the plan.
This framework allows anyone, regardless of experience or knowledge, to have a quick mental method to begin assessing all their activities. As a person becomes more experienced and knowledgeable in any activity, their “Check 3” will also become more effective.