Operating instructions

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5. COUNTRY AND COASTAL CODE
Upon arrival at your destination you should be aware of
the Country Code.
Code of Conduct – Camp sites
Check the site regulations
Arrivals
Report to reception immediately on arrival
Vehicle Movement
Keep to roadways unless otherwise directed
Adhere to speed limits. Note that these are generally 10
mph whilst on site. (Remember that the stopping distance
on grass is considerably greater than on tarmac.)
Only a person in possession of a current driving licence
may drive on site.
Park as advised on your pitch. Where possible leave 6
meters (20ft) of free space around your vehicle.
Use of Site:
Use the electrical mains hook-up in the correct manner
and with caution.
Ensure that all fresh water taps/ connections are turned
off after use.
Have care and consideration when using all facilities
(toilets and showers etc) and leave them clean and tidy.
Young children should be escorted.
Cautions
To avoid possible damage to sewage purication works,
only approved chemical uids must be used. Under no
circumstances may coal tar, phenol or caustic based
uids be used. Disposable napkins and similar bulky
items must not be put into the chemical closet emptying
points but should be wrapped in a polythene bag and
placed in the container provided. (Put all litter in
containers marked for the purpose.)
Noise
Do not make excessive noise.
Children should be restrained from making excessive
noise.
Flying kites and model aircraft and the use of items like
catapults or air guns as well as ball games should not be
permitted among, or close to caravans.
Musical instruments, music players, radios and
televisions should not be used to the inconvenience of
other people on site
Open and close doors quietly
Power generators must be adequately silenced and used
with consideration and according to restricted site times
Dogs and Pets
All dogs and other pets should be kept under control
Unless permission has been granted, no animal should
be let loose on the site and leads should not exceed 3
meters (10 ft)
No animal should be allowed in the shower/ toilet block.
Do not let animals foul the site.
Fire Precautions
Adhere to and make note of all re precautions
including the whereabouts of the re points.
It is recommended that a 1 Kg (2lb) dry powder re
extinguisher is carried. It should comply with BS 5423
and be marked BSI or FOC approved. It is important
to check at regular intervals that the extinguisher is
working as is required by types meeting BS 5423. Make
sure that he use by date is frequently checked.
Careful thought is necessary for the positioning of a
re extinguisher, which should be near to the door but
not too close to the cooking equipment where sudden
ames could make it unreachable. In the kitchen area, a
re blanket is a worthwhile precaution.
Unless permission has been granted barbecues
should not be used. When permission has been given,
consideration should be given to the annoyance that can
be caused to other users of the site. Open Fires are not
allowed.
Awnings and tents
Awnings and tents should only be used when permission
has been granted.
When on grass and staying for more than a few days,
the ground sheet and/or side aps of awnings should
be periodically raised in order to avoid damage to the
ground.
Departure:
Leave the pitch clean and tidy
On leaving check out with reception paying the required
dues.
On no account should:
Litter be disposed other than in the receptacles provided.
Water be allowed to escape from the vehicle
Chemical toilets be emptied except into the disposal
places agreed with the landowner
Washing or similar to be hung outside of the vehicle.
Handbook
Before using the Caravan, all aspects of the handbooks
should be read and adhered to.
Environment
Care and consideration should be taken to protect the
environment.
Observe the Country and Coastal Codes shown below.
The Country Code
Enjoy the countryside but respect its life and work.
More people than ever before are exploring the
countryside, interested in farming, plant life, bird
watching or just observing the general wildlife. Whatever
!