Head of Establishment

8.5 Information for Parents / Parental Consent

When children join an establishment or group, parents should be informed about the range of activities that are part of the programme or curriculum.

8.6 First Aid

Heads of Establishment should work with staff to agree the level of first aid provision that is required for a Routine and Expected Visit.

9.1 Introduction

Visits which are a one-off experience require additional planning considerations.

9.2 Approval

Approval for One-off Day Visits is the responsibility of the Head of Establishment.

9.7 First Aid and Medical Facilities

Heads of Establishment and Visit Leaders need to take various factors into account when deciding the level of first aid provision that is required on a One-off Day Visit.

10.1 Introduction

A residential experience can be an extremely valuable learning opportunity and should be part of the progressive outdoor learning experiences provided for young people.

10.2 Approval

Residential Visits should be approved by the Head of Establishment before notification to the employer. Advice should be sought from the local authority.