SUPERVISION – Youth are supervised by qualified and trustworthy adults who set the example for safety
Accepting responsibility for the well-being and safety of youth under their care.
Ensuring that adults are adequately trained, experienced, and skilled to lead the activity, including the ability to prevent and respond to likely problems and potential emergencies.
Knowing and delivering the program of the Boy Scouts of America with integrity.
Using qualified instructors, guides, or safety personnel as needed to provide additional guidance.
Maintaining engagement with participants during activities to ensure compliance with established rules and procedures.
ASSESSMENT – Activities are assessed for risks during planning. Leaders have reviewed applicable program guidance or standards and have verified the activity is not prohibited. Risk avoidance or mitigation is incorporated into the activity.
Predetermining what guidance and standards are typically applied to the activity, including those specific to the Boy Scouts of America program.
Planning for safe travel to and from the activity site.
Validating the activity is age appropriate for the Boy Scouts of America program level.
Determining whether the unit has sufficient training, resources, and experience to meet the identified standards, and if not, modifying the activity accordingly.
Developing contingency plans for changes in weather and environment and arranging for communication with participants, parents, and emergency services.
