The term ‘external provider’ can include museums, local farms, activity providers, residential centres, tour operators, expedition providers etc.
Read moreWhere it is reasonably practicable all children should be able to access the opportunity to participate in off-site visits. Visit Leaders should be aware of, and follow their employer’s equality and inclusion arrangements.
Read moreAccess to first aid should form part of the Visit Plan.
Read moreElectronic devices can, on occasion, be of benefit to an excursion. However, electronic devices can also be a hindrance. It is therefore important that the establishment or organisation has clear guidance on the use, or…
Read moreWith increasing terrorism-related incidents, both within the UK and overseas, it is important to consider how to minimise risk and to ensure that in the event of an incident all participants know what actions to…
Read moreIt is important to have procedures that encourage participation. Risk assessment should focus on real risks, rather than on those that are trivial or the result of over-protectiveness.
Read moreThe employer has a legal responsibility to ensure risk assessments are in place for off-site visits and to have a system that ensures these are being implemented.
Read moreDespite the best planning, the unexpected may happen during a visit. Visit Leaders have to be prepared to change and adapt as required. Experience and training will enable sound judgements to be made.
Read moreAll external providers must have risk assessments in place. Depending on the nature of the visit and activities to be undertaken the Visit Leader needs to consider whether they need sight of these.
Read moreThe Visit Leader must give careful thought to planning transport. It is important to ensure that the travel plan is suitable for the age and nature of the participants.
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