Visit Leader
4.15 First Aid
Access to first aid should form part of the Visit Plan.
4.16 Electronic Equipment
Electronic devices can, on occasion, be of benefit to an excursion. However, electronic devices can also be a hindrance. It is therefore important that the establishment or organisation has clear guidance on the use, or…
4.17 Security and Terrorism
With increasing terrorism-related incidents, both within the UK and overseas, it is important to consider how to minimise risk and to ensure that in the event of an incident all participants know what actions to…
5.1 Introduction
It is important to have procedures that encourage participation. Risk assessment should focus on real risks, rather than on those that are trivial or the result of over-protectiveness.
5.2 Preparing Risk Assessments
The employer has a legal responsibility to ensure risk assessments are in place for off-site visits and to have a system that ensures these are being implemented.
5.3 Dynamic Risk Assessment
Despite the best planning, the unexpected may happen during a visit. Visit Leaders have to be prepared to change and adapt as required. Experience and training will enable sound judgements to be made.
5.4 Using an External Provider
All external providers must have risk assessments in place. Depending on the nature of the visit and activities to be undertaken the Visit Leader needs to consider whether they need sight of these.
6.1 Introduction
The Visit Leader must give careful thought to planning transport. It is important to ensure that the travel plan is suitable for the age and nature of the participants.
6.2 Supervision on Transport
The Visit Leader is responsible for the party at all times including maintaining good discipline whilst travelling, and during any unsupervised periods.
6.3 Hiring Coaches and Buses
Visit Leaders should consult their employer’s guidance for any specific procedures.
