The Visit Leader is responsible for the party at all times including maintaining good discipline whilst travelling, and during any unsupervised periods (e.g. motorway services, ferries etc.). The level of supervision that is necessary should be considered as part of the risk assessment, taking in to account:
- The age and nature of the participants
- The mode of transport and the implications for supervising participants
- The length, nature and complexity of the journey
When planning transport, consideration should be given to the following:
- Preparing participants for the journey
- The comfort and safety of participants
The driver should not normally be responsible for supervision but the nature and number of participants should determine if additional supervision is required. The Visit Leader and driver should ensure that Employers guidance is being followed.
