Chapter 9 Activities

Rule 9.1 Activity Rules – Application Rule 9.34 Climbing and Abseiling Rule 9.2 Preparations Rule 9.35 Caving Rule 9.3 Home Contact Rule 9.36 Archery Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment Rule 9.37 Shooting Rule 9.5 Emergency Procedure Rule 9.38 This rule is intentionally left blank. Rule 9.6 Large Scale Events Rule 9.39 Paintball Games Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activities Permit Rule 9.40 Laser Games Scheme Rule 9.41 Aerial Runways Rule 9.8 Adult Groups in Adventurous Rule 9.42 Water Activities - General Activities Rule 9.43 Life Jackets and Buoyancy Aids Rule 9.9 Use of Professional Centres and Instructors Rule 9.44 Classification of Waters Rule 9.10 Air Activities – General Rule 9.45 Water Activities Permits Rule 9.11 Access to Airfields Rule 9.46 Boats Rule 9.12 Air Activities - Public Liability Rule 9.47 Charter Vessels Insurance and Pilot and Aircraft Rule 9.48 Swimming - General Requirements Rule 9.13 Flight Briefings Rule 9.49 Leisure Centres and Swimming Pools with an Attendant Lifeguard Rule 9.14 This rule is intentionally left blank. Rule 9.50 All Other Swimming Facilities and Rule 9.15 This rule is intentionally left blank. Locations Rule 9.16 Powered Aircraft Flying Rule 9.51 Sole Use of a Swimming Facility or Location Rule 9.17 Gliding Rule 9.52 Multiple Use of a Swimming Facility Rule 9.18 Ballooning or Location Rule 9.19 Parachuting Rule 9.53 Swimming Training and Rule 9.20 Hang Gliding and Paragliding Competitions Rule 9.21 Hovercrafting Rule 9.54 Owned Swimming Facilities Rule 9.22 Creative Activities for Public Rule 9.55 Nights Away Permit Scheme Performance Rule 9.56 Responsibilities Rule 9.23 Marching Bands Rule 9.57 Nights Away Permits Rule 9.24 Musical Groups Rule 9.58 Renewal, Restriction, Suspension Rule 9.25 Theatrical Performances or Withdrawal of Nights Away Permits Rule 9.26 Hill Walking and Off Road Cycling Permits Rule 9.59 This rule is intentionally left blank. Rule 9.27 Hill Walking and Off Road Cycling - Rule 9.60 Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts Safety Nights Away Rule 9.28 Terrain Zero Definition Rule 9.61 Scout, Explorer Scout or Nights Away Rule 9.29 Terrain One Definition Rule 9.62 Family Nights Away Rule 9.30 Terrain Two Definition Rule 9.63 Expeditions and Events in Rule 9.31 This rule is intentionally left blank. Adventurous Country or Onboard Rule 9.32 Party Size Craft Rule 9.33 Snowsports Rule 9.64 Visits Abroad Deleted: 2008 - Policy, Organisation and Rules - September 2009 Chapter 9 Page 1

Rule 9.65 Visits to the United Kingdom Rule 9.72 Motorsports Rule 9.66 Towing of Inflatables Behind Rule 9.73 Chain Saws / Tree Felling Powered Watercraft Rule 9.74 Hitch Hiking Rule 9.67 Bungee Jumping Rule 9.75 Marching Rule 9.68 Bungee Running Rule 9.76 Joint Activities or Joint Use of Rule 9.69 Martial Arts facilities with other Youth Organisations Rule 9.70 Horse Riding and Pony Trekking Rule 9.77 Other Activities Rule 9.71 Cycling

A list of available guidance on activities is f. For safety reasons the District or County contained in factsheets FS120084 Scout Led Commissioner (or their representatives) of Activities Index and FS120086 Commercially the area where the activity takes place has Led Activities Index. an overriding authority to direct that it should be postponed, stopped or cancelled. Further advice may be available from District and County Activity Advisers, details of which g. There are additional requirements for the may be available from your Assistant County District/County Commissioners approval for Commissioner (Activities). You may also contact those activities which fall within the scope of Headquarters via the Scout Information Centre. the Association’s Adventurous Activity In addition to the factsheets stated, others may Permit Scheme. be available to provide guidance in activity h. When professional instructors or leaders areas. from outside the Movement are engaged separate rules apply. Rule 9.1 Activity Rules – Application i. Leaders should be aware of the need to a. These Rules apply to all activities carried supervise all Members in their charge in the out anywhere in the world. locality of the activity being undertaken, b. The District Commissioner is responsible for including those not actively involved in the approving all activities for Beaver Scouts, activity. Cub Scouts, Scouts and Explorer Scouts. This will usually be by means of an informal Rule 9.2 Preparations system agreed between the District a. Prior to every activity the Leader must Commissioner and each Group Scout ensure that: Leader or District Explorer Scout Commissioner. • it has been approved by the relevant District/County Commissioner; c. The County Commissioner is responsible for approving all activities for Scout Network • if necessary, they - or another member Members. This will usually be by means of of the party - holds a permit in an informal system agreed between the accordance with the Adventurous County Commissioner and the County Scout Activity Permit Scheme (see Rule 9.7); Network Commissioner. • it is the leader holding the permit who takes all decisions for the duration of the d. The relevant District or County activity; Commissioner is responsible for approving all activities for groups of adults (i.e. where • there is additional, responsible each individual is aged 18 and over). This supervision as required (including for will usually be by means of an informal those in the locality of the activity but not system agreed between the relevant actively involved, see Rules 3.7-3.8); Commissioner and the County Scout • a Home Contact is appointed (see Rule Network Commissioner (in respect of Scout 9.3); Network), Assistant Commissioner (Scout • it is appropriate to the age and abilities Fellowship) or other person recognised by of all participants; the relevant Commissioner. • each participant has received e. For special events and activities approval appropriate training; must be granted by a County, Regional or Chief Commissioner, as appropriate.

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• An appropriate weather forecast is c. The Home Contact when alerted must obtained and acted upon in terms of advise: selecting the area in which the activity • the home Scout authority; will operate and that each participant is suitably equipped to tackle • the next of kin; predicted/possible extremes; • in the case of a serious accident (loss of • all equipment is appropriate for the life, the prospect of loss of life or activity; paralysis), the Duty Press Officer at Headquarters. • any other requirements of The Scout Association, including Child Protection d. For accidents overseas, the appropriate and Safety, have been complied with; agency(ies) required by the travel insurers must be advised. • any legal requirements for the activity have been complied with. e. The home Scout authority must ensure that links are maintained between the: Rule 9.3 Home Contact • Home Contact; a. For all activities which take Members away • responsible person in the area of the from their home area a Home Contact (or accident; contacts) must be appointed for each party. • next of kin; b. The Home Contact(s) must: • Headquarters. • be contactable day and night; f. Leaders are also required to notify the • not be related to or emotionally involved appropriate Government Agency when with any member of the party; accidents occur during Air Activities or • be in possession of the names and Water Activities (in coastal or deep-sea addresses of the next of kin of each waters). member of the party and how to contact See also Chapter 7 them; Further details are contained in the factsheet • know how to contact the party and home FS120078 Home Contact available from the Scout authorities; Scout Information Centre. • be aware of the outline plans for the activity. Rule 9.6 Large Scale Events Further details are contained in the factsheet a. Where an adventurous activity involves 100 FS120078 Home Contact available from the or more people, the activity must be Scout Information Centre. specially approved by the home District or County Commissioner(s) and advance Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment notice in writing must be given to the host a. Leaders should carry out risk assessments County Commissioner(s) at least two before and during every activity. All activities months before the event, together with the must be undertaken in accordance with the following details: Association’s Safety Policy (see Chapter 2) • the numbers and age ranges of those and adhere to the relevant general and involved; specific activity rules set out in Chapter 9 - • the names and addresses of the Activities. responsible Leaders; Further details are contained in the factsheet • the outline programme; FS120000 Activities – Risk Assessment • the proposed location(s); available from the Scout Information Centre. • the proposed transport arrangements, including those to be used during the Rule 9.5 Emergency Procedure event; a. All accidents to individuals and/or involving • the proposed method of liaison with damage to property must be reported. local landowners. b. In the case of an accident to an individual a b. In all such cases involving the activities party member must alert: covered in this chapter, the organisers must: • the appropriate rescue service(s) if • carry out a risk assessment; required; • the Home Contact.

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• consider and document the e. County Commissioners or the UK Adviser arrangement for the supervision of (Activities) appoint Assessors in accordance participants and the procedures to be with the process and content of the used in the event of an emergency; appropriate factsheet. • submit a safety plan to the home District f. Those wishing to lead or supervise or County Commissioner(s) for approval. adventurous activities must hold a permit where any Member participating is under the c. For large scale adventurous activities where age of 18 or has a special educational need alternative written safety procedures are in that places their mental age as below 18. place the County Commissioner, in Where groups/parties are entirely aged 18 consultation with the relevant County Activity and over Rule 9.8 applies. Adviser, may agree to an alternative system of supervision, checking and control of g. All groups undertaking adventurous participating groups. activities in Terrain Two must have immediate access to someone holding a relevant and current first aid qualification, as Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activities Permit defined in the appropriate factsheet. This Scheme need not be the permit holder. a. These rules apply to the following activities: h. All groups undertaking adventurous

activities in other areas must have • hill walking and off road cycling (in immediate access to someone holding First Terrain One and Two); Response. This need not be the permit • climbing and abseiling (except holder. bouldering); i. The requirement to have completed a First • caving; Response Course is waived for holders of a valid First Aid qualification, where the • snowsports (in Terrain One and Two); syllabus equals or exceeds that of a First (except artificial slopes and nursery Response Course, especially in respect of slopes); hypothermia and hyperthermia training. • water activities as defined in Rule 9.45 (except swimming); j. Those adults seeking a permit, who have Deleted: and those that take not already done so, must be subject to the place on Class C Waters • Hovercrafting. Personal Enquiry, local references and All Rules regarding Hovercrafting are for interview as appropriate. implementation by Counties between 1st k. Permits must be reviewed at intervals of not September 2008 and 31st December 2009. more than five years. During this time, where these Rules have not yet been implemented locally, reference should be l. Permits will be cancelled automatically if made to the Hovercrafting Rules in October they are not renewed. 2007 version of POR. m. A permit holder may only conduct an activity b. In the context of these rules an activity up to the level granted by the leader implies any of the following: Commissioner. • Managers, Leaders and Supporters; n. Members under the age of 18 years may • Adult Members and Associate hold a permit but may only use it after Members; obtaining the permission of their Leader on • Young people who are Members; each occasion it is used. • Non-Members. o. Once holding a permit an activity leader may operate with Members from another District c. A District or County Commissioner issues a or County (subject to the approval of the permit in accordance with the application, District/County Commissioner of the assessment and approval process and Members concerned). content of the appropriate factsheet. p. Any leader who is alleged to have broken d. There is no age limitation for an activity these activity rules must have their permit(s) leader holding a permit (except any imposed suspended immediately. by outside agencies). q. The relevant Commissioner will promptly enquire into the allegation and determine whether the permit(s) are to be reinstated, modified or cancelled.

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r. If the relevant Commissioner has to cancel e. Before entering into any agreement for the an Adventurous Activity Permit before its provision of such services which includes an expiry date, a Form CS must be completed, indemnity clause (i.e. where it is assumed giving reasons for the cancellation, and sent that the hirer will be responsible for damage, to the Records Department at Headquarters. injury, or loss), the agreement must be referred to the Scout Information Centre. Rule 9.8 Adult Groups in Adventurous f. The Leader concerned must also satisfy Activities themself that the person providing the a. An adventurous activity is defined in Rule instruction or leadership is adequately 9.7a. insured. b. Where any participant is aged under 18, or g. When using professional centres or has a special educational need that places instructors overseas a Leader must satisfy their mental age below 18, Rule 9.7 themselves that the standards are Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme will comparable to those in the UK. apply. Rule 9.10 Air Activities – General c. Rules within Chapter 9 regarding adventurous activities should be taken as a. Rules 9.11-9.13 apply to all forms of air guidance except Rules 9.3 – 9.6, 9.9, 9.12 experience flying and flying instruction and 9.64 (except a) which must be followed undertaken by Members of the Movement. irrespective of age. Rule 9.11 Access to Airfields d. Any activity that is banned applies to all age groups. a. Before any Member of the Movement proceeds on to any private, civil or Service e. Each activity must have a co-ordinator. airfield the permission of the controlling body f. Each participant must sign an of the airfield must be obtained. acknowledgement of risk statement and b. Any individual or party must be briefed have read the guidance set out in the fact about: sheet FS120087 Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities. • the general layout of the airfield, with special reference to runways in use, taxiing areas, glider launching and cable Rule 9.9 Use of Professional Centres and dropping areas plus safe areas for Instructors spectators; a. When professional instructors or leaders • the hazards of jet intakes and exhausts, from outside the Movement are engaged for propellers, ejection seats, explosive caving, climbing, trekking or watersport canopies, glider cables, paragliding lines activities in the United Kingdom, they may and aviation fuels. be subject to the Adventure Activity Licensing Regulations 1996. c. The above rules do not apply when visits to civil airports are confined to the spectators' b. The Association’s Leader concerned must enclosure or to Service establishments on check if a licence is required and, if an open day when using public enclosures. appropriate, that a licence is held. c. When professional instructors from outside Rule 9.12 Air Activities - Public Liability the Movement are engaged for any Insurance and Pilot and Aircraft adventurous activity not subject to the Requirements Adventure Activity Licensing Regulations a. The pilot must comply with the Air 1996, they must be qualified to the level Navigation Order and Joint Aviation recommended for the activity by the Requirements – Operations for licensing, appropriate National Governing Body, medical and rating. Government Agency or other body recognised by Headquarters. b. The aircraft must comply with the Air Navigation Order and Joint Aviation d. It is the responsibility of the Association’s Requirements – Operations for registration Leader concerned to check that the and maintenance. qualifications are held.

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c. The aircraft operator is required to arrange • at least 20 hours as pilot in charge of for their Aviation Liability Insurance to be the type of aircraft being used and; endorsed showing ‘The Scout Association’ as an additional assured. The policy, which • Ten hours or 15 landings in the past must include liability to passengers, must be three months and three landings in the to a minimum limit of 1 million pounds (5 past month on the type of aircraft, which million pounds in respect of helicopters). the Scout is to fly in. Suggested Endorsement: “It is hereby noted c. Motor / Self launching glider flights must be that this policy includes the interest of The under the supervision of a British Gliding Scout Association as an additional insured Association Flying Instructor at a British in respect of flights involving members of the Gliding Association registered club. Age, Scout Movement.” weight and maturity of the Scout member under training must be considered by the d. All Groups, Districts or Counties undertaking Air Activities including hovercrafting are Chief Flying Instructor of the club and the required to notify the Scout Information County Air Activities Adviser or ACC Centre and County Air Activities Adviser or (Activities). ACC (Activities) beforehand. Rule 9.17 Gliding e. The number of Members of the Movement permitted to fly together in a light aircraft is a. The flight must be under the supervision of a limited to a maximum of four. British Gliding Association Flying Instructor at a British Gliding Association registered Rule 9.13 Flight Briefings club. Age, weight and maturity of the Scout a. Any Member of the Movement engaged in Member under training must be considered any flying activity must be given prior by the Chief Flying Instructor of the club and instruction in: the County Air Activities Adviser or ACC • the use of the aircraft safety harness (Activities). and other safety equipment; • the purpose of the flight, the sensations Rule 9.18 Ballooning likely to be experienced and the method a. Where payment is involved the flight must of clearing the ears on ascent and be under the provision of an Air Operators descent. Certificate (Balloon) holder.

Rule 9.14 This rule is intentionally left blank. b. Where payment is not involved the pilot must have at least 100 hours as pilot in charge of the type of balloon (hot air or gas) Rule 9.15 This rule is intentionally left blank. being used.

Rule 9.16 Powered Aircraft Flying Rule 9.19 Parachuting a. Powered Flying involving payment (in accordance with Air Navigation Order Article a. Members may undertake parachute training 130): supervised by a person holding an instructor rating of the British Parachute Association. • the flight must be under the provision of an Air Operators Certificate holder or; b. Professional instructors must hold the appropriate British Parachute Association • if the flight is of an instructive nature, it instructor rating. must be under the supervision of a Civil Aviation Authority Flying Instructor at a Rule 9.20 Hang Gliding and Paragliding CAA authorised establishment. The Scout Member under training must be at a. Hang gliding, paragliding and parascending least 14 and any members who are training may only be undertaken under the observers in passenger seats must not supervision of a person holding a British pay anything. Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association Senior Instructor Licence operating within a b. Powered Flying where no payment is BHPA registered school. involved. The requirement for pilot experience level is: b. Hang gliders, paragliders and parascending equipment purchased or used by Members • at least 250 hours total of which 150 are must comply with the British Hang Gliding as pilot in charge of an aircraft including; and Paragliding Association airworthiness

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requirements as set down in their Technical c. Scout and Guide joint activities must be Manual. approved by both the relevant Scout and Guide Commissioners. c. Hang gliding, paragliding and parascending must be undertaken only at British Hang d. All legal requirements as laid down in the Gliding and Paragliding Association factsheet FS120162 Scout Shows - The approved sites. Legal Aspects, must be met. d. This rule is intentionally left blank.. Rule 9.23 Marching Bands e. Members may undertake dual/tandem flights a. Scout marching bands should be inspected on hang gliders, paragliders or wing annually under arrangements made by the ascending canopies (this specifically County or District. excludes round canopies) with a pilot b. Approval for a Scout marching band to play holding the appropriate British Hang Gliding in public will be given subject to the and Paragliding Association dual licence. following minimum conditions: f. When overseas, professional • the minimum number of members in the instructors/pilots must hold the relevant marching band must be 12; national qualification. • there must be suitable accommodation g. The flying of powered hang gliders and for the band to train and rehearse, powered paragliders must fully comply with without causing a nuisance to the public; the appropriate rules above. • the Scout Council(s) concerned must ensure that that there is adequate Rule 9.21 Hovercrafting finance available for the maintenance of instruments; a. Helmets must be worn by all those taking • the band must have a Band Master; part in all organised Scout hovercrafting events, except in the case of 9.21b. • the band must maintain a good standard of programme and have a reasonable b. A Sikh wearing a Turban may choose not to repertoire. wear a helmet. This does not apply to a Sikh wearing a Top Knot. c. In all instances the band must avoid causing any nuisance to the public - especially when c. Buoyancy aids must be worn at all times passing churches, hospitals and the like. when on board a hovercraft. d. Any local government bye laws in relation to d. Remote cut offs must be fitted to all single the conduct of bands must be observed. seat craft being used for training. e. The appropriate County or National Adviser e. Hovercrafting over water may only take should monitor the standard of performance place on Class C, B1 or B2 waters (as and report to the relevant Commissioner. defined in Rule 9.44b). All Rules regarding Hovercrafting are for Rule 9.24 Musical Groups implementation by Counties between 1st a. Musical ensembles (orchestras, concert September 2008 and 31st December 2009. bands, folk, jazz or popular music groups During this time, where these Rules have not yet etc.) may play in public subject to the been implemented locally, reference should be following minimum standards: made to the Hovercrafting Rules in October 2007 version of POR. • the number of members will be sufficient to meet the requirements of the repertoire; Rule 9.22 Creative Activities for Public Performance • there must be suitable accommodation a. All forms of creative activities intended for for the ensemble to train and rehearse, public performance must have the approval without causing a nuisance to the public; of the District or County Commissioner, as • the ensemble must maintain a good appropriate. standard of programme and have a reasonable repertoire. b. The Group , District, or County Commissioner, as appropriate, must ensure b. The appropriate County or National Adviser that Members participating in such activities should monitor the standard of performance have access to a Balanced Programme and and report to the relevant Commissioner. that their progress in the programme is aided by the participation in these activities.

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Rule 9.25 Theatrical Performances d. An emergency card and pencil, both in a a. Scout Shows and other theatrical plastic bag, must be carried by each performances may be staged in public member of the party. subject to the following minimum conditions: e. Any emergency cards produced locally must • Beaver Scouts may only take part in contain the same information as sought in Scout Shows or other theatrical the Headquarters form. performances which require minimal f. When Members take part in non-Scout rehearsal and do not involve a series of events, the above rules may be varied at the late nights; discretion of their County Commissioner. • the Scout Council(s) concerned must ensure that there is adequate financial backing for the undertaking; Rule 9.28 Terrain Zero Definition • a good standard of performance as set a. Terrain Zero describes terrain which meets out in the factsheet FS120164 Scout all the following criteria: Shows - Setting the Standard must be • is below 500 metres above sea level; maintained; • is within 30 minutes travelling time from • the legal requirements as set out in the a road which can take an ordinary road- factsheet FS120162 Scout Shows - The going ambulance or a building which is Legal Aspects are met. occupied (such as a farm) or another means of summoning help (such as a b. The appropriate County or National Adviser telephone box); should monitor the standard of performance and report to the relevant Commissioner. • contain no element of scrambling. c. Group, District and County Shows may attain National Recognition with the approval Rule 9.29 Terrain One Definition of the appropriate Commissioner, supported a. Terrain One describes terrain which meets by the County Scout Show Assessor: any of the following criteria: • Provided that the Show meets the • is below 800 metres but more than 500 required National Standard as contained metres above sea level or; in factsheet FS120270 Assessment • is more than 30 minutes but less than Criteria for Scout Show Recognition; three hours travelling time from a road • A National Recognition will be granted which can take an ordinary road-going for a fixed period and reviewed ambulance or a building which is periodically. occupied (such as a farm) or another means of calling help (such as a telephone box). Rule 9.26 Hill Walking and Off Road Cycling Permits b. In addition, although the route may pass a. All activities in Terrain 1 or Terrain 2 must through rough or rocky ground, there must be under the direct control of, or supervised be no scrambling. by, a person holding the appropriate permit (see Rule 9.7). Rule 9.30 Terrain Two Definition b. All activities in Terrain Zero must be a. Terrain Two describes terrain which meets approved by the relevant Commissioner any of the following criteria: (see Rule 9.1(b)). • is over 800 metres above sea level or; • requires an element of scrambling or; Rule 9.27 Hill Walking and Off Road Cycling – Safety • lies more than three hours travelling time from a road which can take an For activities in Terrain One and Two as defined ordinary road-going ambulance or a in Rules 9.29 & 9.30: building which is occupied (such as a a. A detailed route plan must always be carried farm) or another means of calling help and a copy be left with a responsible person (such as a telephone box). in the host area. b. Any route planning forms produced locally Rule 9.31 This rule is intentionally left blank. must contain at least the same information as sought in the Headquarters form. Rule 9.32 Party Size c. The route plan should be cancelled or collected when the activity is completed. The Scout Association - Policy, Organisation and Rules - September 2009 Chapter 9 Page 8

For activities in Terrain One and Two as defined b. On multi-pitch climbs the maximum number in Rules 9.29 & 9.30: is two persons to one leader. On single pitch climbs, abseils and climbing walls the a. Parties must consist of no more than seven, maximum number who may be supervised but no less than four people, except as is six persons. provided for in Rule 9.32 (d) below. c. Properly fitting helmets and harnesses must b. Each party must have a leader holding a always be worn by all those actively permit or a designated party leader. involved when climbing or abseiling on c. If more than one group is formed the parties natural features, except in the case of 9.34e. must use different routes or, if using the d. When climbing or abseiling on artificial same route, leave a clear time and distance climbing walls properly fitting harnesses interval between them – so that they do not must be worn. Helmets need not be worn become mixed. unless required by the rules for the use of d. Exceptionally, where a party contains two the climbing wall and provided that the leaders holding permits, the total party size activity leader is satisfied that the climber or may be increased to eight. abseiler has sufficient skill not to react unpredictably. Novices must always wear e. No leader with a permit to supervise the helmets, except in the case of 9.34e. activity may do so with more than three parties, including their own. e. A Sikh wearing a Turban may choose to climb or abseil on natural features and f. When leaders holding permits are checking artificial climbing walls without a helmet. on the safety of Scout parties or their routes, This does not apply to a Sikh wearing a Top the party size may be less than four but Knot. never less than two. All the members of such a reduced party must each have the f. Leadership and training in abseiling and skills and experience required to travel climbing activities when carried out safely in the hills in such circumstances. according to the standards set out in these rules may be offered to other youth groups, schools and individuals subject to: Rule 9.33 Snowsports • the relevant District or County a. On piste is defined as: within the marked Commissioner confirming in writing and patrolled defined snowsports area. support for the team of instructors who have the necessary skills and b. A nursery slope is defined as: on piste runs knowledge to control the non-Members designated for beginners by the body involved; responsible for the snowsports area. • proof of the necessary extension of c. For on piste snowsports the maximum party insurance cover being provided to size is 12. Headquarters. d. Short term personal permit exemptions can Approval may be given for one-off activity or be granted by appropriately qualified people, for one year's operation of a specific facility as described in the snowsports factsheet. and instruction team. e. Off piste covers all terrain not covered by g. Other than (f) above, the only persons who 9.33a. may undertake abseiling and climbing activities using Scout equipment and/or f. For off piste snowsports the rules for hill under Scout supervision under the walking and off road cycling should be preceding provisions are Members of the followed in respect to party size, terrain, Scout and Guide Movements. route cards, etc (see Rules 9.27 - 9.32). Rule 9.35 Caving Rule 9.34 Climbing and Abseiling a. These rules apply to: a. The person holding the permit should • all caving systems (excluding show ensure that this activity is carried out in caves); accordance with the Association's publications or using techniques approved • all mine exploration (excluding working by an Assessor. show mines); b. The leader holding the permit must ensure that before the party sets out it must:

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• have received adequate instruction in e. The parent/guardian should be supplied with equipment and safety procedures; detailed information on the nature of the • be carrying the appropriate equipment. activity when permission is sought. An example form is attached to factsheet c. The leader holding the permit must have: FS120004 Shooting. Where other forms are • taken advice on local knowledge, used they should at least include this weather conditions and party size; information. • considered the use of local or f. No firearms, may be acquired, held or used professional guides. by any Scout unit or campsite unless the Group Scout Leader, District Explorer Scout d. No underground activity may be undertaken Commissioner or Campsite Manager as by a party of fewer than four. appropriate has ascertained, understands e. A detailed plan must always be left on the and complies with any statutory surface with a responsible person in the requirements or bye laws relating to their host area. possession and use. f. Any forms produced locally must contain at g. Firearms may be taken on to Scout least the same information as sought in the premises, camp sites, camps or on Scout Headquarters form. projects or expeditions for use in accordance with these Rules provided that: g. The plan should be cancelled or collected when the activity is completed. • prior permission in writing has been obtained, both from the home Rule 9.36 Archery District/County Commissioner and from the person in charge of the premises, a. The person in charge of archery should camp site, camp, project or expedition; have reached the standards of the Community Sports Leaders' Award of the • adequate arrangements for the security Grand National Archery Society and should of the firearms when not in use instruct archery according to the standards (including whilst in transit) have been of the Grand National Archery Society. made. b. Shooting at targets representing human h. In no circumstances may any person beings or animals is not permitted as a part handling any firearm at any Scout premises, of any Scout activity, nor on property owned camp site, camp or a Scout project or or leased by, or used in the name of, the expedition, indulge in indiscriminate firing. Scout Movement. i. In every case, shooting must be supervised by a competent and appropriately qualified Rule 9.37 Shooting Range Officer who must have a knowledge of the correct use of the firearms being used a. This rule applies to the use of firearms as and shall be responsible for ensuring defined in law. This term includes shot guns compliance by all persons in the range with and airguns. the relevant range safety and other rules. b. Before engaging in shooting as an activity j. Wherever practical, shooting ranges should Leaders should take account of local be out of bounds, except during the feelings on shooting. specified times for shooting. c. Shooting at targets representing human k. Members may practise target shooting with beings or animals is not permitted as a part firearms, whether requiring a Firearms of any Scout activity, nor on property owned Certificate or not, under any of the following or leased by, or used in the name of, the circumstances: Scout Movement. • as a member or guest of a club d. For each young person under the age of 18 approved for this purpose by the years of age, the leader of the activity must Secretary of State for the relevant obtain written permission from each young Government Department; person's parent/guardian before undertaking • on Service premises under the the activity, or series of activities. supervision of an authorised member of the armed forces; • if the firearms are shotguns, clay pigeon shooting under the standards and controls of the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association;

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l. Members may practise shooting with air b. Parental permission is required for laser clay weapons of .177 inch (4.5 mm) calibre or pigeon shooting. less which do not require a Firearms Certificate [except that in Northern Ireland a Firearms Certificate is always required] as Rule 9.41 Aerial Runways follows: a. Aerial runways may only be constructed under the personal supervision of an • the ranges must have been properly experienced and responsible adult, who constructed to comply with guidelines must also supervise its use and operation. issued by the National Small-Bore Rifle Association or the National Rifle b. Aerial runways must be constructed and Association and with any bye laws maintained in accordance with the factsheet relevant to the location of the range; FS120006 Aerial Runway Code. • the guns used must not be of an c. The responsible adult must ensure that: automatic nature; • all equipment is checked before use; • the pellets used must be ‘diabolo • the entire structure is checked regularly shaped’ and of soft deformable metal during the activity for safety. such as lead; • the Range Officer must hold one of the d. The only persons who may use an aerial qualifications listed in the current issue runway constructed by Members of the of the factsheet FS120004 Shooting Scout Movement are Members of the Scout and, if any of those shooting is under the and Guide Movements. age of 14, the Range Officer or another person supervising participants in the Rule 9.42 Water Activities - General activity must be aged not less than 21; a. Members taking part in any water activity • for a temporary range, the Range should be able to demonstrate to a suitable Officer shall prescribe appropriate range person (such as the Leader) their ability to safety and other rules, taking account of swim 50 metres in light clothes and keep the particular circumstances of the afloat for five minutes. range. b. A non-swimmer may take part in some water m. Members may use firearms for historical re- activities, at the discretion of the person in enactment purposes as a member or guest charge, only if certain precautions are taken; of a club affiliated to the National Association of Re-enactment Societies and • there must be no more than one non- operating in accordance with their standards swimmer in any craft. and codes of practice. Members using • in the case of single-handed craft this firearms under this rule remain subject to should only be on C or B1 Waters (see Rule 9.37c (which forbids shooting at targets Rule 9.44b) with supervision on a one- representing human beings or animals). to-one basis. Formatted: Font color: Auto

• any non-swimmer must wear a lifejacket Guidance for Leaders to assist with discussion or buoyancy aid of approved design and with young people on the morality of the activity be in the charge of an adult. is available in the factsheet FS120004 Shooting. c. The above conditions do not apply when below decks, protected in larger vessels or Rule 9.38 Rule Intentionally Left Blank when using recognised forms of public transport.

Rule 9.39 Paintball Games Rule 9.43 Life Jackets and Buoyancy Aids a. Members may not take part in the activity known as 'paintball' (or any similar activity). a. Lifejackets or buoyancy aids must be provided for all Members forming the crew b. Paintball games may not take place on of a vessel and worn as specified in the property owned or leased by, or used in the factsheet FS120603 Water Safety name of, the Scout Movement. (incorporating Lifejackets and Buoyancy Aids). Rule 9.40 Laser Games a. Laser Games remain an optional activity without age limit but with the knowledge of parents.

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b. Lifejackets and buoyancy aids must be Rule 9.46 Boats inspected and tested independently every a. All boats owned by or on long term loan to a year in accordance with County or District Member or unit of the Movement should arrangements and the factsheet FS120603 display an Identification Boat Sticker. Water Safety (Incorporating Lifejackets and Buoyancy Aids). b. All such boats operating on British Waterways Board controlled rivers must display this Identification Boat Sticker. Rule 9.44 Classification of Waters c. All boats should have adequate marine a. All waters used for Scouting activities must insurance cover. be classified as C, B1, B2, B3 or A in accordance Rule 9.44b, except sail or motor d. Leaders must ensure that all craft are vessels operating under the Codes of maintained in a serviceable condition, Practice for Small Commercial Vessels. inspected and tested every three years in accordance with County or District b. Water class definitions; arrangements and self assessed every year. • Class C - safe inland waters, as defined e. The person in charge of any water activity in the factsheet FS120623 Class C must ensure that the craft is seaworthy and Waters; suitable for the activity on each occasion • Class B1 - sheltered inland waters and that it is used. other sheltered water where currents and tides create no real danger; Rule 9.47 Charter Vessels • Class B2 - the sea up to one mile from the shore, but excluding more a. When vessels are hired or chartered the dangerous waters close inshore; more activity rules of the Association apply. sheltered parts of estuaries; large inland b. Before entering into a hire agreement which lakes and lochs; inland waters British includes an indemnity clause (i.e. where it is Canoe Union Grade 2; assumed that the hirer will be responsible • Class B3 - the sea up to three miles for damage, injury or loss) the agreement from the shore, but excluding more must be referred to Headquarters (see Rule dangerous waters close inshore; busy 9.9(e)). commercial ports, exposed parts of c. Where the vessel is chartered to be under estuaries; inland waters British Canoe the command of professional staff, the rules Union Grade 3; relating to permits do not apply. • Class A - open sea more than three d. When taking Members as passengers on miles from the shore, and other hired sailing or powered craft, the leader dangerous waters close inshore; inland responsible must: waters British Canoe Union Grade 4 and above. • have reasonable grounds to believe the person in charge of the craft, who must c. A County Commissioner may designate any be either the owner or authorised by the water as Training Water for Local Groups owner, has the necessary knowledge, and approve a variation in the published skill and experience; classification and defined areas for the named Groups. • ensure that the party understands the discipline necessary for safety including The National Directory of Waters is available any local regulations or bye laws which online at www.scouts.org.uk/waterways . may apply.

Rule 9.45 Water Activities Permits Rule 9.48 Swimming - General a. All water activities on Class B1, B2, B3 and a. The following rules cover all activities of a A waters and also all motorised water recreational or training nature that take activities on Class C waters must be under place in the water, rather than on the water, the direct control of, or supervised by, a with the exception of snorkelling and sub person holding a permit (see Rule 9.7). aqua diving which are covered separately. b. All water activities on Class C waters must b. Information and advice contained in the be approved by the relevant Commissioner current factsheet FS120620 Swimming, and the standards contained in the factsheet available from the Scout Information Centre, FS120623 Class C Waters must be must be read by the responsible person followed. before any swimming activity is organised.

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Rule 9.49 Leisure Centres and Swimming Rule 9.51 Sole Use of a Swimming Facility or Pools with an Attendant Lifeguard Location a. When swimming takes place in leisure a. When a single Colony, Pack, Troop, centres and swimming pools owned by other Explorer Scout Unit or Scout Network has people or bodies: sole use of a facility or location the • the Leader must have read, accepted responsible person must meet the and implemented any safety rules and requirements of any operating procedure conditions contained in written operating and carry out a risk assessment for the procedures or displayed at the pool; location and activity. • the pool's lifeguard must be on duty to b. The responsible person must arrange for supervise all swimmers; safety cover to be provided by a person(s) • the Leader, however, is still responsible with a knowledge of water safety. for the good behaviour of a Scout party. c. This person(s) need not be formally qualified but must be familiar with the safety Rule 9.50 All Other Swimming Facilities and equipment provided, be suitably equipped Locations and dressed and have the ability to take effective emergency action. a. All swimming must be under the direct control of a responsible person who will d. The person(s) must not be in the water. ensure that the appropriate safety cover and safety briefings are provided. e. The primary tasks of the person are to oversee the activity and in an emergency b. The responsible person must: carry out effective rescue and resuscitation. • ensure that the location is suitable for f. The number of safety persons required are: swimming; • one - if the party size is less than or • arrange safety cover appropriate to the equal to seven; number of swimmers and the location; • two - if the party size is greater than • brief the persons providing the safety seven but less than 20; plus, cover on their duties; • one additional person for every • ensure that the necessary safety additional 20 swimmers. equipment is provided; • have read and accepted any written Rule 9.52 Multiple Use of a Swimming operating procedures relating to the Facility or Location location. a. When more than one Colony, Pack, Troop, c. Where appropriate, the responsible person Explorer Scout Unit or Scout Network is must take into account: using the same facility or location there must • the location and temperature of the be one responsible person in overall control. water; b. This person must meet the requirements of • the weather conditions; any written operating procedure and carry out a risk assessment for the location and • the age, ability and state of health of the activity. swimmers; • the suitability of the water with respect c. This person must arrange safety cover in to depth, cleanliness, rocks and the the numbers as detailed in Rule 9.51. movement of any tide, current or d. This person must ensure that at least one of undertow. the persons providing the safety cover holds d. The responsible person must brief the a valid Royal Lifesaving Society UK National swimmers on the following points: Lifeguard qualification appropriate to the location or a Swimming Teachers' • any matters specific to the location, e.g. Association National Aquatic Rescue limits to the area in use, other water Standard for Lifeguard in Swimming Pools users and hazards; or equivalent. • demonstrate the emergency signal to be used to tell all swimmers to leave the water; • that swimmers must swim together in pre-arranged groups of two or three and if one of them gets into difficulties the other(s) must raise the alarm.

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Rule 9.53 Swimming Training and b. The District Commissioner is responsible Competitions for: a. Swimming training and competitions should • the issue of Nights Away Permits in be carried out to the standards of the accordance with the application, Amateur Swimming Association or the assessment and approval process and Swimming Teachers' Association as content of the appropriate factsheet; appropriate. • suspension or withdrawal of Nights Away Permits as per Rule 9.58; Rule 9.54 Scout Owned Swimming Facilities • the standards of all camping and a. Management Committees of Scout property residential experiences taking place in with a swimming pool must operate the the District and may cancel an event, if facility in accordance with the guidance judged necessary; contained within the publication Managing Health and Safety in Swimming Pools • appointing one, or more, Nights Away [Health & Safety Executive Books, Advisers in accordance with the process HSG179]. and content of the appropriate factsheet. County Commissioners have these b. The Management Committee must: responsibilities for events and permits issued by • have carried out a risk assessment; the County. • produce a written operating procedure; c. For large scale events there needs to be a • arrange for an attendant lifeguard to be permit holder responsible for each on duty during every session. residential group. There is no limit to the number of groups that a permit holder can c. Scout parties using such a facility should do be responsible for, but they remain so in accordance with Rule 9.49. responsible for the standard of the event for Further details are contained in the factsheet each group. FS120621 Scout Association Swimming Pools. d. All groups undertaking a nights away event must have immediate access to someone holding First Response. This need not be Rule 9.55 Nights Away Permit Scheme the permit holder. e. The requirement to have completed a First a. All camping and residential experiences Response course is waived for holders of a within the United Kingdom are subject to valid First Aid qualification, where the Rules 9.55 – 9.63. syllabus equals or exceeds that of a First b. This includes all events where it is intended Response course, including hypothermia that young people will sleep overnight and and hyperthermia training. arrangements are put in place for this purpose, such as sleepovers, camps, Pack Rule 9.57 Nights Away Permits Holidays and expeditions. a. There are four categories of permit: c. Nights away abroad are subject to Rule • Indoor – for staying in a building that has 9.64. toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (i.e. a cess pit, storage tank or Rule 9.56 Responsibilities mains drains) and access to running a. A Leader or other adult leading a camp or drinking water; residential experience involving young • Camp Site – for staying at a site that has people under 18 years old must: toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (eg. a cess pit, storage tank or • hold a valid Nights Away Permit; mains drains) and access to running • have the prior agreement of the young drinking water; person’s Section Leader; • Green Field – for staying at any site • as a minimum, attend the event during where any of the above facilities do not the time that provision is made for young exist – for example, a summer camp on people to be sleeping overnight. They a farmer’s field; remain responsible for the event at all • Lightweight Expedition – for planning on times; staying at any site for not more than one night before moving on. The core activity • ensure the relevant notification is made, is a form of expedition, not residential, as per Rule 9.57l. and all the equipment is transported with The Scout Association - Policy, Organisation and Rules - September 2009 Chapter 9 Page 14

the participants. eg. QSA/DofE hikes, beforehand. 14 days notice should be expedition hikes, canoe expeditions: given; b. Those holding a Green Field Permit may iii. Where a camp, expedition or residential lead residential events in the other three event involves facilities not owned or categories. operated by Scouting spread across a c. Those holding a Camp Site Permit may also number of Districts, the permit holder run indoor residential events. must notify the County Secretary(s), who in turn should notify the respective d. Those holding a Hillwalking Permit that host District Commissioners. (For includes lightweight camping in remote expeditions, see Rule 9.63.) areas may also run Lightweight Expedition events. iv. The notification must include all the information required in the Nights Away e. Nights Away Permits are not Section Notification Form (NAN). specific and Districts and Counties must not operate a policy of issuing only Section Nights Away Notification Forms (NAN), District, specific permits. County Commissioners and County Secretary’s addresses are available from the Scout f. A permit holder may operate with Members Information Centre. from another District or County (subject to the normal approval of the District/County Commissioner of the Members concerned). Rule 9.58 Renewal, Restriction, Suspension or Withdrawal of Nights Away Permits g. Permit holders proposing to work outside a. Any Leader who is alleged to have broken their usual Section should obtain guidance these activity rules must have their permit(s) from the Nights Away Adviser before the suspended immediately. event takes place. i. h. There is no maximum age limit to gaining a Nights Away Permit. b. The relevant Commissioner will promptly enquire into the allegation and determine i. Permits must be renewed at intervals of not whether the permit(s) are to be reinstated, more than five years. modified or cancelled. j. Permits will expire automatically if they are not renewed. c. The relevant Commissioner may at any k. Assessment: time impose restrictions, suspend, i. An applicant will be assessed by a withdraw, cancel or not renew a permit Nights Away Adviser appointed by the provided they have reasonable grounds to District or County Commissioner, who do so. will recommend a level of permit to be granted; ii. Assessments will be carried out in accordance with the process and Rule 9.59 Rule Left Intentionally Blank content of the appropriate factsheet. Rule 9.60 Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts

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a. For family camps or family residential l. Notification experiences that are to include Beaver i. The relevant home Commissioner (or Scouts, see Rule 9.62. their nominee) must be notified before b. When organising a camp for Cub Scouts, any camping or residential event takes alternative accommodation must be place. Seven days notice should be available within reasonable distance for use given; in the event of adverse conditions. ii. Where a camp or residential event takes For adult / Beaver Scout ratios on sleepovers, place using facilities not owned or see Rule 3.7. operated by Scouting, for example a youth hostel, a public (commercial) For adult / ratios on nights away campsite, or a farmer’s field, the host activities, see Rule 3.8. District Commissioner must be notified

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Rule 9.61 Scout, Explorer Scout or Scout Factsheet FS120083 Family Camps, includes a Network Nights Away parent/carer permission form. Other guidance is a. A Scout or Explorer Scout who wishes to given in the publication Nights Away. lead a camping or residential event can do so when issued with an Event Passport. Rule 9.63 Expeditions and Events in b. Each Event Passport is issued for one event Adventurous Country or Onboard Craft only by a permit holder experienced in the a. All expeditions within the United Kingdom category of camp or residential experience are covered by this Rule. Prior notification proposed. to relevant Commissioners of expeditions involving nights away must be given as c. Event Passports can not be given to anyone described in Rule 9.57l. aged over 18. b. Some events will require the leader to hold d. The permit holder has responsibility for an appropriate Adventurous Activity Permit. notification (see Rule 9.57l). (Terrain One and above or on board e. The permit holder must provide support watercraft). There is no additional during both the preparation and the event requirement to gain a Nights Away Permit if itself and be satisfied that the young person the Activity Permit included an assessment has the required abilities, but is not required of the skills needed to supervise camping to attend the event. or other residential experiences. Event Passports and guidance are available from the Scout Information Centre. Rule 9.64 Visits Abroad f. Those responsible for running Scout a. A camp or residential experience abroad campsites or activity centres who hold a which includes Cub Scouts, Scouts, or permit may issue site specific Event Explorer Scouts, must be led by an adult Passports for an extended period (up to a holding an appropriate permit. For Scout maximum of 12 months) covering multiple Network visits abroad see Rule 9.61e. service events for those under 18 years working on projects on their site. b. All visits abroad must be approved by the District, County or International g. The home Commissioner must be informed Commissioner, as appropriate. A Form TA of those under 18 years working on service must be submitted to the Assistant County team projects at Scout campsites and Commissioner (International) or activity centres, but a separate NAN form for International Adviser who supports such each occasion need not be completed if a events on behalf of United Kingdom range of dates is specified. headquarters. h. When leading a Scout Network residential A Visits Abroad Folder containing the Form TA event a permit is not required, but can be obtained from Assistant County notification (Rule 9.57l) is, and the event Commissioners (International) or County Leader must have first hand experience of International Advisers on completion of the camping or residential events and be factsheet FS260018 Thinking of Going Abroad. familiar with the Association’s appropriate resource material. c. The adult in charge of a camp or residential experience abroad must ensure that For adult / Scout ratios on Nights Away adequate travel insurance has been activities, see Rule 3.9 arranged for all members of the party, and that a properly briefed Home Contact has Rule 9.62 Family Nights Away been appointed and properly briefed (Rule a. Beaver Scouts may attend family camps 9.3). under the supervision and control of their d. The adult in charge of any adventurous parent(s)/carer(s), or a responsible adult(s) activities abroad must apply the appropriate nominated by them. Rules and hold the appropriate permits, b. The nominated adult(s) takes responsibility classifying the hills/mountains or waters as for the young person and must not be a defined in Rules 9.28–9.30 and 9.44, member of the camp leadership team. A although the altitude criteria for parent/carer permission form must be hills/mountains may not apply in some completed beforehand. areas. In case of doubt, the Assistant

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County Commissioner (Activities) or Adviser Rule 9.69 Martial Arts should be consulted. a. All martial arts should be carried out using e. When overseas, UK members may take part the standards and controls laid down by the in activities being run by members of the appropriate Sports Council recognised National Governing Body. host Scout organisation following the host organisation’s guidance and rules. In this Rule 9.70 Horse Riding and Pony Trekking context, Kandersteg International Scout Centre is deemed an independent Scout a. Activities involving horse riding or pony organisation. There must to be a Leader trekking should be carried out using the from the UK present who is able to halt the standards and controls of the British Horse Society. activity if they have safety concerns at any point. Activities forbidden by UK Scouting Rule 9.71 Cycling remain forbidden even when overseas. a. Cycle safety helmets must be worn by all cyclists in all organised Scout cycling Rule 9.65 Visits to the United Kingdom events, except in the case of 9.71b. a. Invitations to Scouts and Scouters or Guides b. A Sikh wearing a Turban may choose not to and Guiders from abroad to visit or camp in wear a cycle helmet. This does not apply to the United Kingdom should not be confirmed a Sikh wearing a Top Knot. until approval has been obtained from the District Commissioner. The Assistant Rule 9.72 Motor Sports County Commissioner (International) or the County International Adviser, if there is such a. All Groups, Districts or Counties undertaking a County appointment, should also be activities on land involving motorised informed. vehicles should contact the Insurance Department to see whether further b. Where, in the activity rules in this chapter, insurance is required. reference is made to 'Members of the Scout and Guide Movements' this is taken to mean Rule 9.73 Chain Saws / Tree Felling Members of an Association or Federation recognised by either the World Organisation a. Chain saws may only be used by persons aged 17 years of age or over. They must of the Scout Movement (WOSM) or the wear the correct safety equipment which World Association of and Girl must include safety helmets and footwear, Scouts (WAGGGS). protection for eyes and face, legs, arms and c. The Association's Personal Accident and hearing, all of which must meet the Medical Expenses Insurance Policy does appropriate British or European standard. not cover adequately foreign Scouts and b. Users must have obtained an approved Guides visiting the United Kingdom (see Chapter 8). qualification or be undertaking an approved course of training. d. Scout Insurance Services should be informed of visiting parties or individuals and will advise whether additional cover is Rule 9.74 Hitch-Hiking required. a. Members engaged in Scouting activities must not travel by hitch-hiking. Rule 9.66 Towing of Inflatables Behind Powered Watercraft Rule 9.75 Marching a. The activity of being towed on an inflatable a. Marching parties of Scouts must have behind powered watercraft is specifically responsible traffic pickets at the head and forbidden. rear of the column. b. At night such pickets must show a white Rule 9.67 Bungee Jumping light at the column's head and a red light at a. The activity of bungee jumping is specifically its rear. forbidden. Rule 9.76 Joint Activities or Joint Use of Rule 9.68 Bungee Running facilities with other Youth Organisations a. Bungee running should be undertaken in a. Joint activities involving members of the accordance with the factsheet FS120003 Scout Movement with members of any other Bungee Running. youth organisation [other than UK ] must be approved by the County Commissioner. The Scout Association - Policy, Organisation and Rules - September 2009 Chapter 9 Page 17

b. The County Commissioner or their Rule 9.77 Other Activities representative must be satisfied that: a. There are many opportunities for Members • the Child Protection and Safety Polices to take part in potentially hazardous of the Association will be adhered to; activities which are not specifically covered • all adults undertaking the joint activity in the activity rules and for which there is no have been deemed suitable to work with National Governing Body. Before young people; undertaking an activity of this nature the Leader concerned must: • the other organisation is aware of The Scout Association’s internal rules and • assess the risks involved; good practice. • ensure that the Members concerned are • the other organisation is suitably physically and mentally able to cope covered by insurance to undertake the with the activity; proposed joint activities with members • ensure that all equipment used fits the of the Scout Movement. participants and is suitable for the activity; Satisfaction about Girlguiding UK policies and procedures will be monitored and maintained by • obtain the approval of the Home Headquarters for the whole Association. District/County Commissioner. c. Those responsible for accepting bookings from other youth organisations for use of Scout camp sites, activity centres or other Scout owned facilities must satisfy themselves that: • the Child Protection and Safety Polices of the Association will be adhered to; • all adults in the party have been deemed suitable to work with young people by their own organisation; • they are aware of The Scout Association’s internal rules and good practice. d. The above should be an integral part of any booking procedure. e. None of the facilities managed by Headquarters is available to any Scout Association which is not recognised by the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (other than those from countries where Scouting is developing and likely to be recognised in the future). This policy is in line with that of the World Scout Committee. f. Scout Counties, Districts and Groups are able to make their own decisions on the use of their facilities. Much will depend on the situation locally. g. It is understood that in different parts of the United Kingdom different relationships will exist between members of The Scout Association and local members of other organisations. Headquarters strongly advises Counties, Districts and Groups to adopt the policy in paragraph (e) for their own premises. Paragraph (c) must be complied with in every case.

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