Appropriate activity leaders of tomahawk throwing sessions

An appropriate activity leader is a competent individual who regularly takes part in the activity. It is recommended that a tomahawk throwing activity leader should have a minimum of one day’s (7 hours) practical experience before being deemed competent to lead a session. Undertaking training to fully understand how to operate this activity safely is strongly encouraged. There are courses available in the UK for those wishing to gain a greater understanding of this activity. A young person can be an activity leader as long as they have the necessary skills. 

Each tomahawk throwing activity leader can supervise a maximum of three targets. The group size for any one target should be no larger than five, i.e. one person throwing and four waiting to throw. If the activity includes more than two targets then a Range Master must be appointed who would have overall control of the range whilst the activity leaders are delivering the activity to those throwing. The Range Master would be responsible for controlling movements on the range and ensuring that those not throwing are not causing a distraction to those throwing. A Range Master can supervise a range with a maximum of six targets and two activity leaders.

Activity Leaders and Range Masters should ensure that the tomahawk activity is safely managed at all times and that the appropriate risk assessment is in place.