Quote Originally Posted by wynn View Post
What?????
I could not possibly put it in more simple terms. AI grasped the concept.

If you are saying that the runner is wholly responsible for their own safety and then the RO's requirements led to their death then this leaves you open to criticism.

ROs requirements are primarily to protect against bad weather but what if, using AI's example, the waterproof top led to asphyxiation in mild conditions? However unlikely the event, the possibility still remains - in this case, it would be the kit requirement that led to the runner's death.

As I said, I was playing Devil's Advocate but something to consider.... I would prefer a 'recommended' rather than mandatory kit requirement.