boats wave surfing, in which one surfs on the wave of a boat, has emerged. Safety and Security in Paragliding and Surfing The securi ty and safety of the gliders and surfers have to be kept in mind as there is high risk involved during these adventure sports. Safety measure should be followed and observed by the individuals taking adventure sports. .
A paraglider should be certified and highly skillful before taking adventure sports. . A paraglider should keep all type of safety instruments before going for paragliding. These instruments are Virometer, Global Positioning System and Radio to get update about all kinds of dangers.
. During practice, proper safety equipments like helmet, knee guards, chest guards and other protective equipment should be worn. . Gliding should not be permitted without proper assistance (licensed personnel).
. A surfer should recognise the wave current flowing in sea for keeping himself in the safe zone. . A surfer should also be able to recognise the deep face of the moving wave that can be dangerous sometimes to the surfer.
. Surfer should practise his surfing skills in the artificially created waves before introducing himself in the deep sea. . Paragliders should inspect their paraglide breaks and other necessary lining for safety measures regularly.
. Enough practice should be done before taking long route paragliding. . Fitness standard (physical and mental) should be maintained, which is considered as the key factor that helps in meeting out and taking quick decision during any untoward situation.
I. Long Answer Questions . Write down the use of Variometer in paragliding. .
Explain ‘tow- surfing’. . Discuss the safety measures to keep in mind during paragliding. .
Briefly explain Sea beds and Rip Currents. . How does Global Positioning System work? II.
Short Answer Questions . Name the person who invented paragliding. . Name the two flying techniques in paragliding.
. Classify the categories of adventure sports. . In which year, the first world championship for surfing was held?
. What are the different types of surfing?