Archery in British Sign Language (BSL): Deaf Awareness Tips Safety Information

BSL Archery - Safety - Fast

Important to remember when shouting ‘FAST’ Deaf archer will not hear you.

Touch and hold on the Deaf archer’s shoulder until they re- spond or tapping on the shoulder or by waving.

BSL Archery - Safety - Touch

Touch and hold the Deaf archer’s shoulder. 

Say (STOP).

Make sure they look at you to show they have understood.

BSL Archery - Safety - Touch

You can get the Deaf archer’s attention by tapping on their shoulder

BSL Archery - Safety - Stop

To ask the Deaf archer to stop or wait use the natural gesture for stop (an open hand)