Young Leader Training

Module A

By the end of tonight you will be able to-

Understand the purpose & method of Scouting Explain the Yellow Card Scheme Recognise the existence of P.O.R. Understand the importance of safe activities and Risk

Assessments Understand on how the rest of the Training Scheme

operates

Scouting Principles

Duty to Yourself Duty to Others Duty to God

Scouting Purpose

To help young people achieve their full individual potential in these areas:– Physical– Intellectual– Social– Spiritual

Responsible Citizens. As members of communities across the globe

Scouting Methods

Variety of Activities New Experiences Exploring the Outdoors Participating in Teams Taking Responsibility

When does Scouting Work?

Your Ideas!!

Young People First

The Yellow Card

Young People First

It is the policy of The Scout Association to safeguard the welfare of all members by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional harm.

Yellow Card

A code of good practise As a young leader a young person will think

of you as a leader Should be Aware of Content Code of Conduct What happens if…..?

Project

In a small group put the statement cards into an order of importance.

Child Protection

Keep you safe Keep other young people safe Defines what is acceptable Defines what is unacceptable Allows you to be a good role model Ensures it will not happen to you

What are Risks

Risk Assessing

Risk Definition

An action that can cause harm to you and/or other people

Crossing a Road Meeting/Activity Venue being used Activity Adventurous Activity

How to do it

Recognise the Risk Evaluate the Risk Order the Risks highest – lowest Identify measures to reduce risk Document the results

Canoeing Activity

Step 1Hazard

Step 2Who is at Risk

Step 3 Measures to

take

Step 4Review

Water All Swim ChecksUse of Buoyancy AidsInstructors

Slipping Hazard All BriefingWarning SignsSupervision

Head Injuries Instructors and canoeists

Head ProtectionCheck water depth

Exercise

Create a Risk Assessment for using for a programme event in this building

Risks & Rules

Helps to avoid accidents Formalising planning for activities Rules of the Association (P.O.R.) If in doubt ask

What Next

The Training Programme

Modules

Placement within Section Recognise Sources of Support 10 Modules B-I – 2006 Mission 1 - March 2006 8 Hour 1st Aid Course

Mission 0

Work within your chosen section for 6 weeks Understand and be able to explain the Award

Scheme for the Section you are working with