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Module 23 – Safety for Managers and Supporters

Relevant to:

Managers
Other Supporters – dependant on role

Description

Responsibilities and systems for ensuring that Scouting is safe.

This means:

knowing who has what responsibilities within The Scout Association for Activity Authorizations, insurance, accident reporting and Risk Assessment.
understanding the necessary safety and authorization procedures for outdoor and adventurous activities.

Questions

Do you know how people obtain Activity Authorizations for Scouting activities?
Do you know who is responsible for safety during Scouting activities?
Do you know who to contact to get insurance advice?
Do you know how to undertake Risk Assessments to ensure Scouting is safe?
Do you know who to inform if someone is hurt during a Scouting activity?

Delivery methods

Course
Small group

To validate this module you will need to complete two of the following:

Carry out a visit to a camp and perform a Risk Assessment.
Train another adult in how to perform a Risk Assessment. (OCN Unit P1.3)
Produce an accident reporting fIowchart, including support mechanisms and resources available.
Create a Crisis Management Plan for your Group/District/County.
Describe and show evidence of your role in approving and/or supporting activities that do not require formal Activity Authorizations. (OCN Unit P2.1)
Describe the actions you have taken following an accident/incident (or the report of an accident/incident) during a Scouting activity and how those actions met the requirements and procedure laid out in POR. (OCN Unit P2.5)
Explain the Home Contact, medical details, parental permission, age restrictions and other safety and welfare requirements for the range of activities available in Scouting and outline how you have used these procedures in accordance with POR. (OCN Unit P2.2)
Explain the requirements and procedure necessary to gain an Activity Authorization and describe your role in the process. (OCN Unit P2.7)
Any other ideas, subject to agreement with a Training Adviser.

And:

Outline your duties and responsibilities for the safe operation of Scouting in your Group, District or County and the actions you would take following a reportable accident or incident. Complete a Risk Assessment of an activity, event or Scouting venue. (OCN Unit P1.2)

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This module forms the whole of the OCN Unit Safety for Managers.

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