Module 17 - Running Safe Activities

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1) Please explain why activities are important, particularly outdoor activities?*

2) List the activities that members are not allowed to take part in according to Policy, Organisation and Rules?*

3) Explain the process/steps for undertaking any Scout-led activity?*

4) Select the correct description of Terrain Zero

is below 500 metres above sea level and within 30 minutes travelling time from a road which can take an ordinary road-going ambulance or a building which is occupied or another means of summoning help and contains no element of mountainous steep ground
is below 500 metres above sea level and within 60 minutes travelling time from a road which can take an ordinary road-going ambulance or a building which is occupied or another means of summoning help and contains no element of mountainous steep ground
is below 500 metres above sea level and within 90 minutes travelling time from a road which can take an ordinary road-going ambulance or a building which is occupied or another means of summoning help and contains no element of mountainous steep ground

5) Outline the role and responsibilities of the leader in charge of an activity?*

6) Explain why is it important to ensure that every Scouting event or activity has a designated leader in charge?*

7) Identify the process/steps for undertaking any externally-led activity?*

8) What is an activity risk assessment and why is it important?*

9) How can you promote a culture of safety, and support communications locally?*

10) Explain what the InTouch system is, and why is it important to have an effective InTouch system in place for all activities?*

11) Select the correct group of activities where an Adventurous Activity Permit is required to lead an activity.

Hillwalking (Terrain 1) / Kayaking (River B1) /Rafting / Rifle Shooting
Dinghy Sailing (B1) / Climbing (Top Rope) / Kayaking (Open Inland B1) / Skiing (On Piste)
Archery (not Compound Bows) / Canoeing (Sea B2) / Aerial Runway / Pulling (B1)
Tomahawk Throwing / Scuba Diving (Sheltered Water) / Caving (No vertical pitches) / Mountain Biking (Terrain 0)

11) List eight Scouting activities that require an Adventurous Activity Permit*

12) Where can support and guidance for running activities can be found?*

13) Detail or evidence how you have been involved in planning or assisting with the planning of an activity*

take into account: (A) The age, experience, fitness and additional needs of the group (B) The rules related to the activity (including adult to young person ratios; any activity rules; gaining approval from the relevant commissioner; etc.) (C) Any clothing, footwear, personal and group equipment needed for the activity and anticipated weather conditions (D) The need for a risk assessment to be carried out and communicated effectively (E) The need for an InTouch system to be in place

14) Detail or evidence when you have acted as the leader in charge for an activity*

take into account the need to: (A) Oversee the activity (ensuring that registers, headcounts etc. are in place) (B) Co-ordinate the adults involved in the activity, allocating roles to specific adults and ensuring that they are clear on what they need to do (C) Communicate relevant instructions, guidance and rules to young people involved in the activity (D) Carry out dynamic risk assessment

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