2. Young Leader Training Module A

3. 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

4. Scouting Principles Duty to Yourself Duty to Others Duty to God

5. 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

6. Scouting Methods Variety of Activities New Experiences Exploring the Outdoors Participating in Teams Taking Responsibility

7. When does Scouting Work? Your Ideas!!

8. Young People First The Yellow Card

9. 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.

10. 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…..?

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

12. 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

13. What are Risks Risk Assessing

14. 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

15. How to do it Recognise the Risk Evaluate the Risk Order the Risks highest – lowest Identify measures to reduce risk Document the results

16. Canoeing Activity Step 1 Hazard Step 2 Who is at Risk Step 3 Measures to take Step 4 Review WaterAllSwim Checks Use of Buoyancy Aids Instructors Slipping HazardAllBriefing Warning Signs Supervision Head InjuriesInstructors and canoeists Head Protection Check water depth

17. Exercise Create a Risk Assessment for using for a programme event in this building

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

19. What Next The Training Programme

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

21. 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