It is particularly important for an Overseas Visit to ensure that participants are well prepared. Sufficient time should be given to enable participants to be informed and hold discussion about:
- The aims, objectives and benefits of the visit
- The nature and likely demands of the visit
- The domestic and sleeping arrangements
- The supervision arrangements, including which adult is responsible for them
- The standards of behaviour expected at all times and the subsequent sanctions
- What to do in the event of an accident/incident
- Everybody’s role in ensuring the safety of all participants
