Who has entered Epynt?

[mctaff]

Have you ordered the weather then? 😬

[CaterBram]

I'm from Barnsley, come rain or shine it's all the same to us.

 

Still sounds like a cracking day, but hope for a bit of sun.....

 

For all those soft southeners 😬

 

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[mctaff]

Sotherners? We drink real ale in Wales I'll have you know!

[CaterBram]

LOL I was thinking of those over the border from you good Welsh folks.... 😬

 

& glad to hear there's some real ale in the area 😬

 

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[robmar]

McTaff - some of the welsh contigent won't touch the stuff preferring woodpecker sweet cider I shan't mention any names

[The Headmaster]

I'll make sure to get you a couple of plastic bottles of the stuff in then Rob 😬

 

 

[robmar]

Hi dad Sorry i was referring purely to the Welsh contingent, not the ex pat Yorkshireman living in Berkshire

[Offspring]

I think you'll find that not all the implied Welsh contingent like cider !!

 

[mctaff]

Finals are being compiled to be sent by email firstly with hard copy and paddock passes to follow. Everything slipping into place, please pray for the weather.

 

 

[rgrigsby]

Finally got around to booking a B&B, my satnav says it's 4hr10mins from here, take into account the trailer and it's going to be a LONG drive on Saturday afternoon 😳

 

Rob G

 

[Nigel Fox]

I'm leaving for Epynt this afternoon, spending the week at our Company's HQ in Gloucester. Will pick up any emailed info but won't get a paddock pass, hope that won't be too much of a problem.

 

Full time class 4 Zetec

[Simon.Rogers1]

You won't need one Nigel.

[mctaff]

If you're towing a car it won't be a problem, the Rotary Club man the gate and know the score.

[CaterBram]

Final Instructions Just recieved by email. 😬

 

Should have seen SWMBO face when I read out "Do not pick up or touch any military equipment or debris. IT MAY EXPLODE AND KILL

YOU!"

 

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[The Headmaster]

What you mean she smiled and suggested you bring her home a memento.

 

Go on luv they don't really mean that

 

Sparks Electricians

[CaterBram]

More like 😳 you'd better look after my boy or you'll be ☹️

 

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[mctaff]

If anyone does not receive an emailed copy let us know and we will try again.

[CaterBram]

Cheer's McTaff i'm sure people will shout out.

 

Looks a reasonable turnout, 58 Car's & 7 Double drives.

 

 

 

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[Nigel Fox]

Unable to open final instructions via iphone, could someone copy them on to here. Got the entry list and safety brief. Thanks.

 

Full time class 4 Zetec

[CaterBram]

BRECON MOTOR CLUB

DENNIS MOTORSPORT

EPYNT HILLCLIMB

Sunday June 20th 2010

 

FINAL INSTRUCTIONS

 

Welcome to the Epynt Hillclimb to be organised by Brecon Motor Club. Please read the following instructions carefully and above all remember that the venue we are using is primarily a military training area where competitors and their associated crews should not wander or pick up any training debris. It could explode and kill you! ALSO BE AWARE THAT THE HILLCLIMB TAKES PLACE ON A LIVE FIRING DAY THIS TIME. On a lighter note, we hope to organise an event which will be fun for all and encourage you and others to return in the future.

 

Your competition number is shown on the attached entry list

 

Amendments to Supplementary Regulations

 

5. Championships. TVRCC Speed Championship Permit number: CHS2010/064

 

8. Classes. Some classes have been added, if you think they are more appropriate to your vehicle, please let us know.

 

G1 Sports Libra

L1, L2, L3, L4 & L5 are now the classes that embrace the 2010 Frestyle Motorsport Lotus 7 Club Speed Series.

 

9. Practice & Event Runs. Drivers will be allowed 2 practice runs in addition to the initial convoy run. The first 2 competitive runs after lunch will count for the competition with a further run, time permitting, which will not count. It is highly likely that an extra run will be given at the end of the day which will not count towards the competition.

 

10. Competitor Numbering. Second drivers of shared drives will share the same numbers as their first driver but must add a 7 in front of the number when running on the hill. Competitors are reminded that you must supply your own competition numbers to MSA specification although the club has a small supply of numbers which will be available to purchase.

 

11. Paddock. Please park as directed as space is limited. Competitors with motor homes are requested to park on the grassed area next to the river (weather permitting). Competitors and their crews are also reminded that the assault course is out of bounds and any driver or person associated with the driver who ignores this warning will be excluded from the event.

 

13. Officials.

 

MSA Steward Mr Hu Kent

MSA Enviromental Scrutineer TBA

Timekeeper Delete Anthony Parker & Rob Allender, add Francis Shortall

Hill Controller Delete Andy Pearce & add Phil Cleaton

Club Stewards Delete Kevin Chaffey, add Andy Pearce & James Chappelle

Chief Medical Officer Delete Dr. Mike Bartlett, add TBA

 

Additional Notes

 

There is a distinct lack of Shell V Power fuel in the area, the nearest known source if approaching from the east is in the town of Crickhowell which is a good 25 miles away from the venue. The nearest normal fuel will be 10 miles away in Sennybridge.

 

Remember your competition licence, beam splitter, race overalls, helmet & GLOVES!

 

Getting there. Brecon is located in South Wales which is in the County of Powys. Use Brecon as a reference point and then leave the town on the A40 in a westerly direction heading for Llandovery. On this road you will come to the village of Sennybridge at about 8 miles, drive straight through (A40) and carry on to the village of Trecastle in a further 3 miles. Pass through the village and shortly after you will see a derelict motel on your left. At this point turn right off the A40 and follow the signs to the paddock.

 

The Epynt Hillclimb utilises a return road to the paddock of about 4 miles, remember to carry enough fuel to get yourself back to the paddock. Also, this return road is open to Military vehicles, and therefore you are requested to drive slowly and carefully back to the paddock with utmost care. Any competitor seen by an event official driving in an unsuitable manner will be excluded from the event and reported to the MSA.

 

Please do not attempt to camp or stay overnight at the hillclimb venue, this is Military property and you will be removed.

 

Service Area Risk Management

 

Entrants, competitors and service crew members should be aware of their own and other people’s safety and well being, when competing in motor sport.

1. All entrants should have an environmental ground-sheet in place before work commences on the vehicle.

2. All service vehicles should have an environmental spill-kit, for use in the event of liquid spillage. (Competing cars should also carry such a kit.)

3. Fire extinguishers should be readily available at all times when vehicles are to be worked on, particularly in the event of any welding or grinding being carried out and when vehicles are being refuelled.

4. Vehicles should be supported by axle stands, chassis sill stands or ramps, all with recommended base plates, when raised in the air by trolley or any other types of jack. Engines should not be run when the vehicle is raised on stands. No other work on the car should be attempted, when raising or lowering of the car is taking place.

5. If re-fuelling is permitted in the Service Area, this should be the last operation to be carried out before the vehicles leave. The vehicle should be off any support stands, have all four wheels on the ground, have all other work ceased and have no occupants, when re-fuelling commences. Ideally re-fuelling should be by hand pumping, rather than from hand held containers.

6. Spillage of any liquid should be contained immediately by the crew concerned.

A) Storage & Use of Petroleum Spirit

1. Containers should comply with the relevant British Standard, should be marked “Petroleum Spirit-Highly Flammable” and be kept from any source of ignition.

2. All empty containers should be removed from the venue after the event.

3. Petrol is to be used as fuel only, not for any other purpose.

4. All vehicle re-fuelling is to take place in the open air. A “No Smoking” area should be enforced and an operative should be on standby with a fire extinguisher.

5. Refuelling operatives, including those standing by with fire extinguishers, should ensure they are wearing protective clothing, including gloves and eye protection.

B) Hazardous Substances

1. Some vehicle parts, for example brake & clutch linings, contain asbestos.

Competitors are encouraged to use non-asbestos substitutes where possible.

Where asbestos is used, every effort should be made to prevent dust being released.

2. Some mineral oils may cause skin cancers. Where contact does occur, contamination should be washed off immediately. The wearing of any contaminated clothing should be avoided.

3. Other substances may cause ill health. Suppliers will have information about the possible effects of their products, on request.

C) Electrical Safety

1. All electrical equipment should be maintained in a safe condition.

2. Extension leads & cables should be neoprene, oil resistant flexible cable.

3. All electrical equipment used externally should be weatherproof and tools should be “double” or “all insulated” against electric shock.

4. Electrical equipment and hand tools should not be used where flammable vapours are present.

D) Fire Precautions

1. All competition and service vehicles should carry a suitable fire extinguisher.

2. Special consideration should be made before lighting any cooking appliance.

3. All sources of ignition should be kept away from any fuel store or re-fuelling area.

4. Fire extinguishers should not be moved from their known location, other than when in use.

5. In the event of any fire, a report should be made to the organisers of the event before leaving the venue.

6. All entrants are encouraged to train their personnel in correct fire prevention and treatment procedures.

E) Compressed Air Equipment

1. Air blasts from over inflated tyres can cause severe injury. Tyres should not be inflated above manufacturers recommendation figures.

2. Always stand clear when inflating tyres.

3. Compressors & air lines should be inspected regularly.

4. Compressed air cylinders should be stored and used to suppliers recommendations.

F) General Working Practices

1. All working areas should be kept clean & tidy. All waste & spillage should be cleared up immediately, removed by the entrant at the end of the event and disposed of in a responsible manner.

2. Trailing cables & hoses should not be allowed to create a trip hazard and should not be run across access or roadways.

3. Whenever vehicle engines are being run, adequate ventilation must be in place.

4. All safety notices should be complied with.

5. Any personnel carrying out work should ensure that they adopt safe working practices at all times.

6. Service crews and competitors need to be aware of the long periods of exposure to cold, wet or heat, experienced while on location in service areas and dress accordingly.

7. Children under 16 years of age are to be closely supervised and should not leave your designated area unaccompanied.

They are children and as such are your responsibility!!

G) Noise

1. Exposure to excessive noise may result in hearing loss, or other complaints.

These may be short term, or after prolonged exposure, permanent.

2. Where exposure to noise is unavoidable, ear defenders should be worn.

H) Manual Handling

1. Lifting, carrying and propelling of loads by bodily force is a major cause of industrial injuries. All entrants are encouraged to train their personnel in safe manual handling techniques.

I) Waste

1. Entrants should remove all waste from the venue, including containers, packaging, tyres, oils etc. They must be disposed of it in a responsible manner.

J) Vehicle Safety

1. A 10 mph speed limit should be observed at all times in a Service Area, other than for Emergency Vehicles which may be attending an incident.

2. There may be pedestrians in Service Areas. Special care must be taken in these circumstances, to avoid collisions.

3. The unauthorised use of mopeds, motorcycles, scooters, go-peds, quads etc. is forbidden in Service Areas.

4. Vehicles may only be driven by persons holding valid driving licences for that class of vehicle.

K) First Aid

1. Any person sustaining injury or illness, should seek treatment from the event emergency services, by initially reporting to the Senior Official in charge of the Service Area, who will ensure the appropriate response.

L) Public Safety

1. Entrants and their associated personnel should act in a manner so as not to put either themselves or any other person at risk of injury.

M) Reporting of Accidents & Incidents

1. All accidents where any person sustains injury, or where damage to property occurs, should be reported immediately to the Senior Official in charge of the Service Area.

N) Further Regulations and Information

1. Entrants are reminded of their obligations to comply with the requirements of the appropriate sporting regulations at all times. These Guidance Notes should be read in conjunction with all relevant regulations.

 

 

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[mctaff]

Have a good journey down, look forward to seeing you all Sunday.

[rgrigsby]

Looks like I'm not going to make it after all, a work project has over run so I've got to work today and tomorrow instead ☹️

 

I've emailed Martin to let him know but if someone could pass on the message tomorrow that would be great.

 

Cheers

 

Rob G

 

[rgrigsby]

Oh and if anyone is looking for a B&B nearby there is now a double room available here

 

Castle Coaching Inn Trecastle, Brecon, Powys LD3 8UH

01874 636 354

 

Cheers

 

Rob G

 

[mctaff]

Many thanks to the Lotus 7 Club for being so well behaved yesterday 😬 I was particularly impressed with the way you filed out to do your runs, obviously a well drilled procedure! A lot of the others could learn from you. Hopefully everyone enjoyed the day, the weather was with us and delays were minimal. Photographs will be available on www.jmsphotographic.com soon.

[mctaff]

Mustn't forget the apology for missing a class during the awards ceremony, no excuse apart from a lot of things going through my mind at the same time! Incidentally, we were away before 6pm with everything collected and tidied. Yet again competitors were very good at clearing their own rubbish.