In addition to the guidance in Section 14 (Emergency Procedures) the communication system for an Overseas Visit has to be flexible yet robust. It is necessary to have a plan in place to enable routine and emergency communications with consideration being given to different time zones, mobile coverage, costs etc.
It is important that the Visit Leader and Establishment Based Contact have agreed the protocol for communication prior to departure. Research has to be done to ensure that any plans are realistic and workable.
It is essential that participants and parents are clear about how and when communication will be possible and/or allowed. Participants should be made aware of the potentially expensive costs of calls and data roaming when abroad.
