Visit Leader
8.1 Introduction
The Scottish Government have recognised the need for young people to be regularly involved in outdoor activity and learning.
8.2 Approval
Approval for Routine and Expected Visits is the responsibility of the Head of Establishment.
8.3 Visit Plans
There should be a collaborative approach within establishments to develop Visit Plans for the range of venues likely to be used on a regular basis.
8.4 Risk Assessment
Heads of Establishment should work with staff to develop risk assessments for the range of venues likely to be used on a regular basis.
8.5 Information for Parents / Parental Consent
When children join an establishment or group, parents should be informed about the range of activities that are part of the programme or curriculum.
8.6 First Aid
Heads of Establishment should work with staff to agree the level of first aid provision that is required for a Routine and Expected Visit.
9.1 Introduction
Visits which are a one-off experience require additional planning considerations.
9.2 Approval
Approval for One-off Day Visits is the responsibility of the Head of Establishment.
9.3 Visit Plans
The Visit Leader is responsible for completing a Visit Plan for a One-off Day Visit. The Visit Plan should outline who is to do what, and when.
9.4 Risk Assessment
It is the responsibility of the Visit Leader to prepare a specific risk assessment for a One-off Day Visit. Visit Leaders are responsible for recording significant and foreseeable risks specific to their visit.
