January 2015 Policy, Organisation & Rules Pre Launch Check
January 2015 Policy, Organisation & Rules Pre Launch Check Following lengthy reviews and consultations with the Movement, the Operations Sub-committee has agreed updates to a number of rules designed to remove unnecessary barriers, ensuring they remain safe while making them easy for Leaders to operate. You are invited to perform a final check these rules are both sensible and workable. Following this final check the intention is to publish them and go live. Until this date the current rules (September 2014) continue to apply. Comments are welcome to UK Headquarters via the online survey below on anything contained within this document that doesn’t make sense or is not workable by 7 December 2014. To submit your comments please visit the pre-launch check online survey. Note: Please read the proposals carefully and only provide feedback on the areas which you feel will cause issues in the delivery of Scouting locally. Programme Development Changes have been made to reflect the programme developments which are being rolled out in January 2015. These include removal of duplication to rules, removal of rules and updating of wording to reflect revised processes and to add clarity. Updated rules include: Introduction (Definitions); Chapter 3 - The Scout Group; 3.7 (The Beaver Scout Colony), 3.8 (The Cub Scout Pack), 3.9 (The Scout Troop), 3.16 (Partnerships with Explorer Scout Units), 3.22 (Management of the Scout Group), 3.35 (The appointment of Young Leaders – Explorer Scouts), 3.42 (Assistant Section Leader), 3.44 Adult responsibility for the programme), 3.45 (Young people’s responsibility for the programme), 3.46 (Partnership Awards), Chapter 4 – The Scout District; 4.4 (Transfer of membership), 4.7 (Explorer Scout units), 4.12 Special groups – Scouting for people in hospital or with severe disabilities), 4.14 (The formation and closure of Explorer Scout Units), 4.37 (The appointment of Young Leaders), 4.51 (Adult responsibility for the programme), 4.52 (Young people’s responsibility for the programme), 4.54 (Explorer Scout Units – partnership awards), 4.55 (The Explorer Belt Award), 4.57 (The Queen’s Scout Award), Chapter 6 – The Structure of The Headquarters of The Scout Association; (Nominated Youth Representative), Chapter 9 – Activities; 9.1 (Activity Rules – Application), Chapter 10 – Uniform, Badges and Emblems; 10.11 (Explorer Scout Uniform), 10.12 (Explorer Sea Scout Uniform), 10.13 (Explorer Air Scout Uniform), 10.21 (Badges and Emblems – method of wear), 10.22 (Badges and awards – supply), 10.30 (Scout Wings), 10.31 (The Queen’s Scout Award Badge) and Chapter 14 – Other Matters; 14.2 (Citizenship and participation). General Activity Rules Updated wording to 9.1f (Activity Rules – Application) and 7.3 (Overriding Controls) to ensure consistency and to clarify that when a decision is made by the host Commissioner for an activity to be cancelled or postponed that this should be done in consultation with the home Commissioner where possible. Rule 9.2 (Preparation) is to be updated to reflect the introduction of the ‘leader in charge’ requirements in 2012 and to remove duplication to ensure that all relevant information is available in one place (with appropriate cross references). Rule 9.3 (InTouch) is to be updated to remove reference to the implementation phase. Rule 9.4 (Risk Assessment) is to be reworded to add clarification and emphasis of the responsibilities of a leader for risk assessment. Rule 9.5 (Emergency Procedures) is currently a simplified duplication of Chapter 7 (Emergency Procedures) and thus this rule will be updated to reference directly to the full rule in Chapter 7. Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities Rule 9.7b (Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme) and 9.8 (Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities) will be updated to clarify that where under 18’s are present in an adventurous activity that the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme must be followed. Staged and Musical Performances Updates are being made to the rules for bands and shows, now referred to as staged and musical performances. The rules are being consolidated and directly refer to those activities which are for public performance, which is being defined. Updated wording in rule 9.22 will reflect this change and rules 9.23, 9.24 and 9.25 will be removed. A transition period will be in place until 1 April 2016. Boats and Waters Updates are being made to the process of inspecting boats and associated equipment, this has subsequent updates to the boat registration scheme. The requirements for use of buoyancy aids and lifejackets are being updated to align to industry good practice and provide simplification. The definition of Class C Waters is being simplified and the ability for Commissioners to designate waters for training purposes is being removed as the permit scheme negates the need for this. Updated wording in rules 9.43 (Lifejackets and buoyancy aids), 9.44 (Classification of waters) and 9.46 (Boats) will reflect these changes. Nights Away Updates are being made to a number of areas associated with nights away activities. These include updating the definitions, clarification of recording and notification processes and the removal of restrictions for Beaver and Cub Scout camping activities. Updated wording in rules 9.56 (Responsibilities), 9.57 (Nights Away Permits), 9.58 (Renewal, restriction, suspension or withdrawal of nights away permits), 9.60 (Beaver Scout and Cub Scout Nights Away), 9.61 (Scout, Explorer Scout or Scout Network Nights Away) and 9.62 (Family Nights Away) will reflect these changes. Archery The management of archery will move into the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme, with two levels of permit available (regular and compound bows). The equivalent qualifications for the regular permits will be the Archery GB Instructor Award and for compound bows the Archery GB Level 2 Coach. The county assessor level qualifications for the regular permits will be the Archery GB Instructor Award and for compound bows the Archery GB Level 2 Coach. A transition period will be in place until the 31 December 2015. Updated wording in rules 9.7 (Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme) and 9.36 (Archery) will reflect these changes. Shooting Updates have been made to the shooting rules to remove un-necessary administrative processes and to provide clarity. Confirmation of the management of the use of crossbows as a Scouting activity has also been made. Updated wording in rules 9.37 (Shooting) will reflect these changes. Current rule Proposed rule Introduction, Definitions Introduction, Definitions The Programme - describes the Balanced Programme provided in the Sections for young people. It encompasses the Programme Zones (Self Development Areas in the Scout Network Section), methods and underlying ways of working for that Section. All activities must be attractive and challenging to young people. The Programme is based on the principles of Scouting - duty to God, duty to others and duty to self - and is the means of achieving the Purpose of Scouting. The Programme in Scouting has a fundamental dimension, which determines how it is carried out. This is the Scout Method. The Scout Method is a system of progressive selfeducation through: - the Scout Promise and the Scout Law; - learning by doing; - membership of small groups (for example the Patrol); - involving, under adult guidance, progressive discovery and acceptance of responsibility; - training towards self-government; - direction towards the development of character; - the acquisition of competence, self-reliance, dependability and the capacities both to cooperate and to lead; - encouraging and enabling personal best effort; - progressive and stimulating programmes of varied activities based on the interests and choices of the participants, including games, useful skills, and services to the community, taking place largely in an outdoor setting in contact with nature. The Programme - describes the diverse and exciting selection of activities and experiences provided in the Sections for young people. It is based around three main themes: outdoor and adventure, world and skills. In each section a range of badges and awards are there to support all aspects of Scouting, including the three main themes as well as, leadership, teamwork and personal development. The programme should be delivered in a balanced way that incorporates elements from each theme. The programme is designed to be progressive through the sections to offer young people an appropriate level of challenge. The Programme in Scouting has a fundamental dimension, which determines how it is carried out. This is the Programme Method: • having fun • meeting new people, making friends and developing relationships • spending time outdoors • games, physical and adventurous activities • design and creativity • visits and visitors • camps, sleepovers, international trips and other residential experiences • working in small teams • trying new things, and learning new skills • teambuilding and leadership activities • taking responsibility, giving ideas and opinions, making choices and decisions • spiritual reflection • finding out about themselves • community action • keeping the Promise Rule 3.7 The Beaver Scout Colony Rule 3.7 The Beaver Scout Colony a – j remains unchanged a – j remains unchanged k. All Beaver Scouts should be offered a Balanced Programme, run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. k. All Beaver Scouts should be offered a high quality balanced Programme, run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. l. All Beaver Scouts should have the opportunity of attending at least one nights away experience every year. l. This rule is intentionally left blank. m. The minimum standard for a Beaver Scout Colony is: m. The minimum standard for a Beaver Scout Colony is: - Operation overseen by a Leader (Rule 3.7c) - Operation overseen by a Leader (Rule 3.7c) - Two adults present (Rule 3.7d) - Two adults present (Rule 3.7d) - The delivery of an appropriate Programme (Rule 3.7k) - The delivery of an appropriate Balanced Programme (Rule 3.7k) - Opportunities for the members to take part in the decision making process. - The opportunity for every Beaver Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year (Rule 3.7l) - The opportunity for every Beaver Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year n – o remains unchanged n – o remains unchanged Rule 3.8 The Cub Scout Pack Rule 3.8 The Cub Scout Pack a – j remains unchanged a – j remains unchanged k. All Cub Scouts should be offered a Balanced Programme run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. k. All Cub Scouts should be offered a high quality balanced Programme run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. l. All Cub Scouts should have the opportunity of attending at least one nights away experience every year. l. This rule is intentionally left blank. m. The minimum standard for a Cub Scout Pack is: m. The minimum standard for a Cub Scout Pack is: - Operation overseen by a Leader.(Rule 3.8c) - Operation overseen by a Leader.(Rule 3.8c) - Two adults present (Rule 3.8d) - Two adults present (Rule 3.8d) - The delivery of an appropriate Programme (Rule 3.8k) - The delivery of an appropriate Balanced Programme (Rule 3.8k) - Opportunities for the members to take part in the decision making process. Any forum or committee should have both Cub Scouts and Leaders working together. - The opportunity for every Cub Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year (Rule 3.8l - The opportunity for every Cub Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year. n – o remains unchanged n – o remains unchanged Rule 3.9 The Scout Troop Rule 3.9 The Scout Troop a – j remains unchanged a – j remains unchanged k. All Scouts should be offered a Balanced Programme run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. k. All Scouts should be offered a high quality balanced Programme run in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section. l. Every member of the Troop must have the opportunity of attending at least one nights away experience every year. l. This rule is intentionally left blank. m. The minimum standard for a Scout Troop is: - operation overseen by a Leader. (Rule 3.9b). - two adults present (Rule 3.9c). - the delivery of an appropriate Balanced Programme (Rule 3.9k). - The opportunity for every Scout to attend at least one nights away experience each year (Rule 3.9l). n – o remains unchanged m. The minimum standard for a Scout Troop is: - operation overseen by a Leader. (Rule 3.9b). - two adults present (Rule 3.9c). - the delivery of an appropriate Programme (Rule 3.9k). - Opportunities for the members to take part in the decision making process. Any forum or committee should have both Scouts and Leaders working together. - The opportunity for every Scout to attend at least one nights away experience each year. n – o remains unchanged Rule 3.16 Partnerships with Explorer Scout Units Rule 3.16 Partnerships with Explorer Scout Units a – g remains unchanged a – g remains unchanged h. The Agreement should be signed by the District Explorer Scout Commissioner, the Explorer Scout Leader and the Group Scout Leader. h. The Agreement should be signed by the District Explorer Scout Commissioner, the Explorer Scout Leader and the Group Scout Leader. Further information and examples of Partnership Agreements can be obtained from the Scout Information Centre. Further information and examples of Partnership Agreements can be obtained from the Members resources area of the website. Rule 3.22 Management of the Scout Group Rule 3.22 Management of the Scout Group a – b remains unchanged a – b remains unchanged c. The Group Scout Leader is assisted and supported by the Group Scouters in the delivery of the Balanced Programme for young people within the Group. c. The Group Scout Leader is assisted and supported by the Group Scouters in the delivery of the high quality balanced Programme for young people within the Group. Rule 3.35 The Appointment of Young Leaders Rule 3.35 The Appointment of Young Leaders Young Leaders (Explorer Scouts) Young Leaders (Explorer Scouts) a. Explorer Scouts may become Young Leaders in the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout and Scout Sections. a. For rules on the Appointment of Young Leaders see Rule 4.37 b. Young Leaders should undertake appropriate training as described in the Young Leaders’ Scheme. b. This rule is intentionally left blank. c. A young person under the age of 18 years working with another Section must not have unsupervised access to youth Members. c. This rule is intentionally left blank. d. All Young Leaders are members of a Young Leaders’ Explorer Scout Unit (see also Chapter 4). d. This rule is intentionally left blank. e. Members of Girlguiding and other young people undertaking the Service Section of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award may work with the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout or Scout Sections, with the agreement of the Section Leader, for a fixed period of time. e. This rule is intentionally left blank. - These young people should also complete training similar to Young Leaders. - These young people are not Young Leaders and therefore not members of a Young Leaders’ Explorer Scout Unit and do not have access to the wider Explorer Scout provision. Rule 3.42e Assistant Beaver Scout Leader 3.42e Assistant Section Leader e. i. The responsibilities of an Assistant Beaver Scout Leader are specified by the Beaver Scout Leader, who should have regard to the desirability of developing the Assistants leadership potential. e. i. The responsibilities of an Assistant Section Leader are specified by the Section Leader, who should have regard to the desirability of developing the Assistants leadership potential. 3.42 f. The Cub Scout Leader 3.42 g. Assistant Cub Scout Leader 3.42 h. The Scout Leader 3.42 f. This rule is intentionally left blank. 3.42 g. This rule is intentionally left blank. 3.42 h. This rule is intentionally left blank. 3.42 i. This rule is intentionally left blank. 3.42 i. Assistant Scout Leader Rule 3.44 Adult Responsibility for the Programme Rule 3.44 Adult Responsibility for the Programme a. remains unchanged a. remains unchanged b. Leaders should take account of the special needs of individual Members, the Balanced Programme, Activity and other badges where appropriate, and the Section's method as outlined in current Section Handbooks. b. Leaders should take account of the Section's method and programme as outlined in the Association’s official publications, together with the special needs of any members. c. remains unchanged c. remains unchanged Rule 3.45 Young People’s Responsibility for the Programme Rule 3.45 Young People’s Responsibility for the Programme a. remains unchanged a. remains unchanged b. Effective operation of the Pack Leadership Forum, the Patrol System and Troop Leadership Forum are essential. b. There should be effective operation of the Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit Forum, and the Patrol System. Awards and Badges Awards and Badges Requirements of Section awards and badges are found in the Sectional handbooks as are the requirements for other Challenges, Badges and Awards. Requirements of Section awards and badges are found in the Association’s official publications for the Section. Rule 3.46 Partnerships Awards Rule 3.46 This rule is intentionally left blank a. These Awards may be worn by any member of the Group who has worked on the Partnership Award including adults. b. The International Partnership Award, the Environment Partnership Award and the Faith Partnership Award aim to encourage friendships and develop links, either internally or externally to the Group. c. Further details of the Awards are contained in the Sectional handbooks. Rule 4.4 Transfer of membership Rule 4.4 This rule is intentionally left blank a. If a Member leaves a Group due to moving to another locality, the Group Scout Leader should inform the District Secretary of the District into which the Member is moving. b. If a Member leaves an Explorer Scout Unit due to moving to another locality, the District Explorer Scout Commissioner should inform the District Secretary of the District into which the Member is moving. Rule 4.7 Explorer Scout Units Rule 4.7 Explorer Scout Units a – n remains unchanged a – n remains unchanged o. The following minimum standards are laid down for Explorer Scout Units: o. The following minimum standards are laid down for Explorer Scout Units: - Operation overseen by a leader (Rule 4.7f) - Operation overseen by a leader (Rule 4.7f) - Two adults present (Rule 4.7g) - Two adults present (Rule 4.7g) - All Explorers should be offered a Balanced Programme run in accordance with the Association's official publications for the Section. - All Explorers should be offered a Programme run in accordance with the Association's official publications for the Section. - The opportunity for every Explorer Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year. - The opportunity for every Explorer Scout to attend at least one nights away experience every year. p – remains unchanged p – remains unchanged q. If an Explorer Scout Unit fails to reach the minimum standard for two consecutive years q. If an Explorer Scout Unit fails to reach the minimum standard for two consecutive years it it may be closed by the District Commissioner with the approval of the District Executive Committee. r. If an Explorer Scout Unit fails to reach the minimum standard for three years it must be closed. may be closed by the District Commissioner with the approval of the District Executive Committee. If an Explorer Scout Unit fails to reach the minimum standard for three years it must be closed. r. This rule is intentionally left blank. Rule 4.12 Special Groups (Scouting for people in hospital or with severe disabilities) Rule 4.12 Special Groups (Scouting for people in hospital or with severe disabilities) a – e remains unchanged a – e remains unchanged f. The Gateway Award, as an alternative to the Duke of Edinburgh Award, may be achieved following the successful completion of the Gateway Award programme. The cloth badge is worn on the upper left arm. Details of the Gateway Award programme are available from the Scout Information Centre. f. The Gateway Award, as an alternative to the Duke of Edinburgh Award, may be achieved following the successful completion of the Gateway Award programme. The cloth badge is worn on the upper left arm. Further information is available from www.mencap.org.uk/gatewayaward Rule 4.14 The Formation and Closure of Explorer Scout Units Rule 4.14 The Formation and Closure of Explorer Scout Units The opening and closing of Explorer Scout Units is the responsibility of the District Commissioner in consultation with the District Explorer Scout Commissioner, District Executive Committee and Group Scout Leaders. The opening and closing of Explorer Scout Units is the responsibility of the District Commissioner in consultation with the District Explorer Scout Commissioner, District Executive Committee (and the relevant Group Scout Leader where a Partnership Agreement is proposed or in place). Rule 4.37 The Appointment of Young Leaders Rule 4.37 The Appointment of Young Leaders a. remains unchanged a. remains unchanged b. Young Leaders should undertake appropriate training as described in the Young Leaders’ Scheme b. Young Leaders should undertake appropriate training as described in the Young Leaders’ Scheme. It is compulsory for Young Leaders to complete Module A within their first three months. c – d remains unchanged e. The following non-members may work with the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout or Scout Sections, with the agreement of the Section Leader, for a fixed period of time (as required for their level of award): - Members of Girlguiding UK aged 14-18 undertaking a Girlguiding UK award with a volunteering requirement - Young people aged 14-18 undertaking the Volunteering Section of the Duke of c – d remains unchanged e. The following non-members may work with the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout or Scout Sections, with the agreement of the Section Leader, for a fixed period of time (as required for their level of award): - Members of Girlguiding aged 14-18 undertaking a Girlguiding award with a volunteering requirement Edinburgh’s Award f. These young people should also complete training similar to Young Leaders, this is outlines at www.scouts.org.uk/dofe g. These young people are not Young Leaders and therefore not members of a Young Leaders’ Explorer Scout Unit and do not have access to the wider Explorer Scout provision. - Young people aged 14-18 undertaking the Volunteering Section of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award f. These young people should also complete training similar to Young Leaders, this is outlined at www.scouts.org.uk/dofe and in the Young Leaders' Scheme g. These young people are not members of the Association and do not have access to the wider Explorer Scout provision. Rule 4.51 Adult Responsibility for the Programme Rule 4.51 Adult Responsibility for the Programme a. remains unchanged a. remains unchanged b. Leaders should take account of the special needs of individual Members, the Balanced Programme, Activity and other badges where appropriate, and the Section's method as outlined in current Section Handbooks. b. Leaders should take account of the Section's method and programme as outlined in the Association’s official publications, together with the special needs of any members. c. remains unchanged c. remains unchanged Rule 4.52 Young People’s Responsibility for the Programme Rule 4.52 Young People’s Responsibility for the Programme a. remains unchanged a. remains unchanged b. There should be effective operation of the Pack Forum, the Patrol System, Troop Leadership Forum and the District Explorer Scout Meeting. b. There should be effective operation of the Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit Forum, the Patrol System and the District Explorer Scout Youth Forum. Awards and Badges Requirements of Section awards and badges are found in the Association’s official publications for the Section. Requirements of Section awards and badges are found in the Sectional Handbooks as are the requirements for other Challenges, Badges and Awards. Rule 4.54 Explorer Scout Units – Partnership Awards Rule 4.54 This rule is intentionally left blank a. These Awards may be worn by any member of the Unit who has worked on the Partnership Award including adults. b. The International Partnership Award, the Environment Partnership Award and the Faith Partnership Award aim to encourage friendships and develop links, internally or externally to the Unit. c. Further details of the Awards are contained in the Sectional handbooks. Rule 4.55 The Explorer Belt Award Rule 4.55 The Explorer Belt Award a. The Explorer Belt scheme is designed to enable Explorer Scouts and Scout Network Members aged 16 or over working as a team to plan, train for and undertake their own expedition abroad. b. The expedition is designed to challenge the Explorer Scouts and Scout Network Members concerned to find out about the country, its culture and way of life by meeting people from that country. a. The Explorer Belt award is designed to enable Explorer Scouts, Scout Network Members and members of the Senior Section of Girlguiding aged 16 or over, working as a team to plan, train for and undertake their own expedition abroad. If aged 16–18 years old, you may only participate in an organised expedition supported by an in-country leadership team, rather than being self-led. b. This rule is intentionally left blank. c. The expedition will include a major project as well as a series of smaller projects. c. This rule is intentionally left blank. d. Upon completion of the expedition, the team will make a presentation about the experience to the Explorer Scout Unit or Scout Network d. The young person must register with Headquarters to begin working on the award and will then be assigned a mentor locally. On completion of the award, Headquarters must be notified and the badge and certificate will be sent to the relevant Commissioner. Further information is available in the relevant Section handbooks. Rule 4.57 The Queen’s Scout Award Rule 4.57 The Queen’s Scout Award a. The Queen’s Scout Award is the highest training Award available to young people. It is possible for both Explorer Scouts and Scout Network Members to achieve this award. a. The Queen’s Scout Award is the highest youth Award available. It is possible for both Explorer Scouts aged 16 or over, and Scout Network Members to achieve this award. b. The young person must complete the appropriate card in the Explorer Scout Membership Pack or Scout Network Membership Pack. This must be countersigned by an appropriate Commissioner. b. The young person must register with Headquarters to begin working on the award and will then be assigned a mentor locally. c. The completed card is sent to Headquarters who will dispatch the appropriate emblems and badges to the County Commissioner or their nominee for presentation. SV c. On completion of the award, Headquarters must be notified and the badge and certificate will be sent to the relevant Commissioner. SV Chapter 6 Nominated Youth Representative Chapter 6 Nominated Youth Representative Each Scout County may nominate one youth representative to the Council. Each Scout County may nominate one youth representative to the Council. The Nominated Youth Representative must be a Member or Associate Member of the Association in the nominating County. The Nominated Youth Representative must be a Member or Associate Member of the Association in the nominating County. On nomination the representative must have passed his 18th birthday but not reached his 24th birthday at the date of the annual census. On nomination the representative must have passed their 18th birthday but not reached their 24th birthday at the date of the annual census. A Nominated Youth Representative serves for three years unless another representative is nominated in the representative's place or until the date of the Annual Census following the representative’s 25th birthday. Salaried officials employed by County Scout Councils may be nominated, but persons in the full-time employment of Headquarters are not eligible for nomination. A Nominated Youth Representative serves for three years unless another representative is nominated in the representative's place or until the date of the Annual Census following the representative’s 25th birthday. Salaried officials employed by County Scout Councils may be nominated, but persons in the full-time employment of Headquarters are not eligible for nomination. Rule 7.3 Overriding Controls a. For safety reasons only the District or County Commissioner (or their representatives) of the area where the activity takes place has an overriding authority to direct that any activity should be postponed, stopped or cancelled. Rule 7.3 Overriding Controls a. For safety reasons only, the District or County Commissioner (or their representatives) of the area where the activity takes place has an overriding authority (in consultation with the home Commissioner) to direct that any activity should be postponed, stopped or cancelled. Rule 9.1 Activity Rules – Application Rule 9.1 Activity Rules – Application a – b remains unchanged a – b remains unchanged c. The County Commissioner is responsible for approving all activities for Scout Network Members. This will usually be by means of an informal system agreed between the County Commissioner and the County Scout Network Commissioner. c. For Scout Network the relevant Commissioner is responsible for approving all activities for Scout Network Members at that level, ie a District Commissioner for District Scout Network Activities and the County Commissioner for County Scout Network Activities. This will usually be by means of an informal system agreed between the District Scout Network Commissioner, Assistant County Commissioner Scout Network or County Commissioner. d – e remains unchanged f. For safety reasons the District or County Commissioner (or their representatives) of the area where the activity takes place has an overriding authority to direct that it should be postponed, stopped or cancelled. g remains unchanged h. When professional instructors or leaders from outside the Movement are engaged separate rules apply. i. Leaders should be aware of the need to supervise all Members in their charge in the locality of the activity being undertaken, including those not actively involved in the activity. d – e remains unchanged f. For safety reasons only, the District or County Commissioner (or their representatives) of the area where the activity takes place has an overriding authority (in consultation with the home Commissioner) to direct that any activity should be postponed, stopped or cancelled. Please refer to rule 7.3. g remains unchanged h. When professional instructors or leaders from outside the Movement are engaged separate rules apply (see Rule 9.9). Rule 9.2 Preparations a. Prior to every activity the Leader must ensure that: it has been approved by the relevant District/County Commissioner; i. rule intentionally left blank Rule 9.2 Preparations a. Prior to every activity the Leader must ensure that: it has been approved by the relevant District/County Commissioner; if necessary, they - or another member of the party - holds a permit in accordance with the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme (see Rule 9.7); if necessary, they - or another member of the party - holds a permit in accordance with the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme (see Rule 9.7); it is the leader holding the permit who takes all decisions for the duration of the activity; it is the leader holding the permit who takes all decisions for the duration of the activity; there is additional, responsible supervision as required (including for those in the there is additional, responsible supervision as required (including for those in the locality of the activity but not actively involved, see Rules 3.7-3.9), all supervising adults and locality of the activity but not actively involved, see Rules 3.7-3.9); suitable InTouch arrangements are in place (see Rule 9.3); it is appropriate to the age and abilities of all participants; each participant has received appropriate training; An appropriate weather forecast is obtained and acted upon in terms of selecting the area in which the activity will operate and that each participant is suitably equipped to tackle predicted/possible extremes; all equipment is appropriate for the activity; any other requirements of The Scout Association, including Child Protection and Safety, have been complied with; any legal requirements for the activity have been complied with. participants are made aware of who is in charge; suitable InTouch arrangements (see Rule 9.3) and Emergency Procedures (Chapter 7) are in place; it is appropriate to the age and abilities of all participants; each participant has received appropriate training; An appropriate weather forecast is obtained and acted upon in terms of selecting the area in which the activity will operate and that each participant is suitably equipped to tackle predicted/possible extremes; all equipment is appropriate for the activity; any other requirements of The Scout Association, including Child Protection and Safety, have been complied with; any legal requirements for the activity have been complied with; a risk assessment is carried out in accordance with Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment and safety instructions are communicated to all supervising adults and participants; suitable first aid materials are available. Rule 9.3 InTouch a. For all Scouting activities each party must implement an ‘InTouch system. b. Details of what this needs to include are contained in the factsheet FS120075 InTouch. Rule 9.3 InTouch a – b remains unchanged. Note: removed as no longer relevant Note: All Rules regarding InTouch are for implementation by Districts (and Counties) by 1st September 2010. During this time, where InTouch has not yet been implemented locally, reference should be made to the Home Contact Rules in the September 2008 version of POR. Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment a. Leaders should carry out risk assessments before and during every activity. All activities must be undertaken in accordance with the Association’s Safety Policy (see Chapter 2) and adhere to the relevant general and specific activity rules set out in Chapter 9 - Activities. Further details are contained in the factsheet FS120000 Activities – Risk Assessment available from the Scout Information Centre. Rule 9.4 Risk Assessment a. Leaders must carry out risk assessments before and during every activity. b. All activities must be undertaken in accordance with the Association’s Safety Policy (see Chapter 2) and adhere to the relevant general and specific activity rules set out in Chapter 9 - Activities. Further details are contained in the factsheet FS120000 Activities – Risk Assessment and at scouts.org.uk/safety Rule 9.5 Emergency Procedure a. All accidents to individuals and/or involving damage to property must be reported. Rule 9.5 Emergency Procedure Please refer to Chapter 7 Emergency Procedures. b. In the case of an accident to an individual a party member or their designate must alert: the appropriate rescue service(s) if required; the home Scout authority; the next of kin; in the case of a serious accident (loss of life, the prospect of loss of life or paralysis), the Duty Media Officer at Headquarters. c. For accidents overseas, the appropriate agency(ies) required by the travel insurers must be advised. d. The home Scout authority must ensure that links are maintained between the: responsible person in the area of the accident; next of kin; Headquarters. e. Leaders are also required to notify the appropriate Government Agency when accidents occur during Air Activities or Water Activities (in coastal or deep-sea waters). See also Chapter 7 Further details are contained in the factsheet FS120075 InTouch available from the Scout Information Centre. Note: All Rules regarding InTouch are for implementation by Districts (and Counties) by 1st September 2010. During this time, where InTouch has not yet been implemented locally, reference should be made to the Home Contact Rules in the September 2008 version of POR. Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activities Permit Scheme Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activities Permit Scheme a. These rules apply to all adventurous activities. a. These rules apply to all adventurous activities. Adventurous activities are: • hill walking and off road cycling (in Terrain One and Two); • climbing and abseiling, except; Adventurous activities are: • hill walking and off road cycling (in Terrain One and Two); • climbing and abseiling, except; o bouldering; o climbs using auto belay systems (systems that lower a climber to the ground without any human intervention); o bouldering; o climbs using auto belay systems (systems that lower a climber to the ground without any human intervention); • caving; • caving; snowsports (in Terrain One and Two); (except artificial slopes and nursery slopes); snowsports (in Terrain One and Two); (except artificial slopes and nursery slopes); all water activities, except swimming, on class B1, B2, B3 or A waters; all water activities, except swimming, on class B1, B2, B3 or A waters; all motorised water activities and SCUBA activities on class C waters; all motorised water activities and SCUBA activities on class C waters; hovercrafting. hovercrafting; All Rules regarding Hovercrafting are for implementation by Counties between 1st September 2008 and 31st December 2009. During this time, where these Rules have not yet been implemented locally, reference should be made to the Hovercrafting Rules in October 2007 version of POR. b. Members or associate members of Scouting wishing to run any adventurous activity must hold the appropriate activity permit where any member is under the age of 18 or has a special educational need that places their mental age as below 18. Where these activities are being run by non members, see Rule 9.9 Use of External Centres and Instructors. archery. b. Members or associate members of Scouting wishing to run any adventurous activity must hold the appropriate activity permit where any member of the activity group is under the age of 18 or has a special educational need that places their mental age as below 18. For joint activities with under and over 18 members the activity permit scheme applies. Where these activities are being run by non members, see Rule 9.9 Use of External Centres and Instructors. Rule 9.8 Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities Rule 9.8 Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities a remains unchanged b. Where any participant is aged under 18, or has a special educational need that places their mental age below 18, Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme will apply. c – f remains unchanged a remains unchanged b. Where any participant in the activity group is aged under 18, or has a special educational need that places their mental age below 18, Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme will apply. c – f remains unchanged Rule 9.22 Creative Activities for Public Performance Rule 9.22 Creative Activities for Public Performance a. All forms of creative activities intended for public performance must have the approval of the District or County Commissioner, as appropriate. a. All forms of creative activities intended for public performance must have the approval of the relevant Commissioner, or their designate. Public performance is defined in the relevant toolkit. b. The Group Scout Leader, District, or County Commissioner, as appropriate, must ensure that Members participating in such activities have access to a Balanced Programme and that their progress in the programme is aided by the participation in these activities. c. Scout and Guide joint activities must be approved by both the relevant Scout and Guide Commissioners. d. All legal requirements as laid down in the factsheet FS120162 Scout Shows - The Legal Aspects, must be met. Rule 9.23 Marching Bands a. Scout marching bands should be inspected annually under arrangements made by the County or District. b. Approval for a Scout marching band to play in public will be given subject to the following minimum conditions: • the minimum number of members in the marching band must be 12; • there must be suitable accommodation for the band to train and rehearse, without b. This rule is intentionally left blank. c. Scout and Guide joint activities must be approved by both the relevant Scout and Girlguiding Commissioners. d. All guidance and assessment criteria as laid down in the relevant toolkit must be met. e. All staged and musical performances wishing to perform publically must undertake an assessment when any of the following apply: i. Their key participants significantly change as determined by the relevant Commissioner, or their designate, ii. The agreed period has elapsed since their last assessment, or prior to their first public performance, iii. The relevant Commissioner or their designate has reason or concern to submit the performance for re-assessment. f. Musical performances assessment is granted for a maximum of three years. g. Staged performances assessment is granted for a maximum of five years. b. The relevant Commissioner, or their designate, can issue an exemption from the assessment to one-off performances. All other guidelines set out in the toolkits must still be followed. Note: All Rules regarding Creative Activities for Public Performance are for implementation by Districts (and Counties) by 1 April 2016. During this time, where the revised processes have not yet been implemented locally, reference should be made to Rules 9.22, 9.23, 9.24, 9.25 in the January 2014 version of POR. Rule 9.23 This rule is intentionally left blank causing a nuisance to the public; • the Scout Council(s) concerned must ensure that that there is adequate finance available for the maintenance of instruments; • the band must have a Band Master; • the band must maintain a good standard of programme and have a reasonable repertoire. c. In all instances the band must avoid causing any nuisance to the public - especially when passing churches, hospitals and the like. d. Any local government bye laws in relation to the conduct of bands must be observed. e. The appropriate County or National Adviser should monitor the standard of performance and report to the relevant Commissioner. Rule 9.24 Musical Groups Rule 9.24 This rule is intentionally left blank a. Musical ensembles (orchestras, concert bands, folk, jazz or popular music groups etc.) may play in public subject to the following minimum standards: • the number of members will be sufficient to meet the requirements of the repertoire; • there must be suitable accommodation for the ensemble to train and rehearse, without causing a nuisance to the public; • the ensemble must maintain a good standard of programme and have a reasonable repertoire. b. The appropriate County or National Adviser should monitor the standard of performance and report to the relevant Commissioner. Rule 9.25 Theatrical Performances a. Scout Shows and other theatrical performances may be staged in public subject to the following minimum conditions: • Beaver Scouts may only take part in Scout Shows or other theatrical performances which require minimal rehearsal and do not involve a series of late nights; • the Scout Council(s) concerned must ensure that there is adequate financial backing for the undertaking; Rule 9.25 This rule is intentionally left blank • a good standard of performance as set out in the factsheet FS120164 Scout Shows Setting the Standard must be maintained; • the legal requirements as set out in the factsheet FS120162 Scout Shows - The Legal Aspects are met. b. The appropriate County or National Adviser should monitor the standard of performance and report to the relevant Commissioner. c. Group, District and County Shows may attain National Recognition with the approval of the appropriate Commissioner, supported by the County Scout Show Assessor: • Provided that the Show meets the required National Standard as contained in factsheet FS120270 Assessment Criteria for Scout Show Recognition; • A National Recognition will be granted for a fixed period and reviewed periodically. Rule 9.36 Archery a. The person in charge of archery should have reached the standards of the Community Sports Leaders' Award of the Grand National Archery Society and should instruct archery according to the standards of the Grand National Archery Society. Rule 9.36 Archery a. Archery must be run as specified in rule 9.7 and the externally led activity index (FS120086). b. remains unchanged b. remains unchanged c. The use of crossbows as a Scouting activity can be found in rule 9.37 Shooting. Rule 9.37 Shooting Rule 9.37 Shooting a. This rule applies to the use of firearms as defined in law. This term includes shot guns and airguns. a. This rule applies to the use of firearms as defined in law (note that this term includes airguns) and also to the use of crossbows with a draw weight of 1.4kg or greater. b – f remains unchanged b – f remains unchanged g. Firearms may be taken on to Scout premises, campsites, camps or on Scout projects or expeditions for use in accordance with these Rules provided that: g. This rule left intentionally blank. h – k remains unchanged prior permission in writing has been obtained, both from the home District/County Commissioner and from the person in charge of the premises, l. Members may practise shooting with air guns of .177 inch (4.5 mm) calibre or less in/outdoors, or outdoors only with .22 inch (5.56 mm) at a suitable club range with at campsite, camp, project or expedition; adequate arrangements for the security of the firearms when not in use (including whilst in transit) have been made least 12m distance to target provided the airguns do not require a Firearms Certificate [except that in Northern Ireland a Firearms Certificate is always required] as follows: the ranges must have been properly constructed to comply with guidelines issued by the National Small-Bore Rifle Association or the National Rifle Association and with any bye laws relevant to the location of the range; the guns used must not be of an automatic nature; the pellets used must be ‘diablo shaped’ and of soft deformable metal such as lead; the Range Officer must hold one of the qualifications listed in the current issue of the factsheet FS120004 Shooting and, if any of those shooting is under the age of 14, the Range Officer supervising participants in the activity must be aged not less than 21; for a temporary range, the Range Officer shall prescribe appropriate range safety and other rules, taking account of the particular circumstances of the range. h – k remains unchanged l. Members may practise shooting with air weapons of .177 inch (4.5 mm) calibre or less which do not require a Firearms Certificate [except that in Northern Ireland a Firearms Certificate is always required] as follows: the ranges must have been properly constructed to comply with guidelines issued by the National Small-Bore Rifle Association or the National Rifle Association and with any bye laws relevant to the location of the range; the guns used must not be of an automatic nature; the pellets used must be ‘diablo shaped’ and of soft deformable metal such as lead; the Range Officer must hold one of the qualifications listed in the current issue of the factsheet FS120004 Shooting and, if any of those shooting is under the age of 14, the Range Officer or another person supervising participants in the activity must be aged not less than 21; for a temporary range, the Range Officer shall prescribe appropriate range safety and other rules, taking account of the particular circumstances of the range. m remains unchanged Guidance for Leaders to assist with discussion with young people on the morality of the activity is available in the factsheet FS120004 Shooting. m remains unchanged n. The person in charge of crossbow activities where the crossbow has a draw weight in excess of 1.4kg must hold a minimum of YPS Tutor Sport Crossbow qualification from the NSRA. Guidance for Leaders to assist with discussion with young people on the morality of the activity is available in the factsheet FS120004 Shooting. Rule 9.43 Life Jackets and Buoyancy Aids Rule 9.43 Life Jackets and Buoyancy Aids a. Lifejackets or buoyancy aids must be provided for all Members forming the crew of a a. All members taking part in water activities (excluding scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing and swimming) must wear an EC approved buoyancy aid or lifejacket appropriate to the activity, weather conditions, size or the participant. This does not apply when below decks. Further guidance can be found in FS120603 Water Safety (incorporating Lifejackets and Buoyancy Aids). vessel and worn as specified in the factsheet FS120603 Water Safety (incorporating Lifejackets and Buoyancy Aids). b. Lifejackets and buoyancy aids must be inspected and tested independently every year in accordance with County or District arrangements and the factsheet FS120603 Water Safety (Incorporating Lifejackets and Buoyancy Aids). b. The person in charge of any water activity must ensure that the lifejackets and buoyancy aids being used are fit for purpose and suitable for the activity on each occasion that it is used. Rule 9.44 Classification of Waters Rule 9.44 Classification of Waters a remains unchanged a remains unchanged b. Water class definitions; b. Water class definitions; Class C - safe inland waters (including inland lakes, lochs, rivers, canals or other stretches of placid water) which are less than 100m wide throughout the region being used and where surface turbulence is limited to the regular waves produced by wind action (this includes slow flowing water such as rivers and canals where the flow causes little effect); and swimming pools; Class B1 - sheltered inland waters and other sheltered water where currents and tides create no real danger; Class B2 - the sea up to one mile from the shore, but excluding more dangerous waters close inshore; more sheltered parts of estuaries; large inland lakes and lochs; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 2; Class B2 - the sea up to one mile from the shore, but excluding more dangerous waters close inshore; more sheltered parts of estuaries; large inland lakes and lochs; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 2; Class B3 - the sea up to three miles from the shore, but excluding more dangerous waters close inshore; busy commercial ports, exposed parts of estuaries; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 3; Class B3 - the sea up to three miles from the shore, but excluding more dangerous waters close inshore; busy commercial ports, exposed parts of estuaries; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 3; Class A - open sea more than three miles from the shore, and other dangerous waters close inshore; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 4 and above. Class A - open sea more than three miles from the shore, and other dangerous waters close inshore; inland waters British Canoe Union Grade 4 and above. c. A County Commissioner may designate any water as Training Water for Local Groups and approve a variation in the published classification and defined areas for the named Groups. The National Directory of Waters is available online at www.scouts.org.uk/waterways Class C - safe inland waters which are less than 100m wide where flow causes little effect (including swimming pools); Class B1 - sheltered inland waters and other sheltered water where currents and tides create no real danger; c. This rule is intentionally left blank. The National Directory of Waters is available online at www.scouts.org.uk/waterways Rule 9.46 Boats a. All boats owned by or on long term loan to a Member or unit of the Movement should display an Identification Boat Sticker. b. All such boats operating on British Waterways Board controlled rivers must display this Identification Boat Sticker. c. All boats should have adequate marine insurance cover. d. Leaders must ensure that all craft are maintained in a serviceable condition, inspected and tested every three years in accordance with County or District arrangements and self-assessed every year. e. The person in charge of any water activity must ensure that the craft is seaworthy and suitable for the activity on each occasion that it is used. Rule 9.46 Boats a .All boats owned by or on long term loan to the Movement must have a unique identifier clearly marked on the craft. b. When members take part in Scouting activities on waters controlled by the Canal and River Trust an adult must carry with them a current appointment card to gain access to the waters within the TSA bulk license agreement. c. All boats should have adequate marine insurance cover. d. This rule is intentionally left blank. e. The person in charge of any water activity must ensure that the craft and associated equipment are fit for purpose and suitable for the activity on each occasion that it is used. Rule 9.56 Responsibilities Rule 9.56 Responsibilities a remains unchanged a remains unchanged b. The District Commissioner is responsible for: • the issue of Nights Away Permits in accordance with the application, assessment and approval process and content of the appropriate factsheet; • suspension or withdrawal of Nights Away Permits as per Rule 9.58; • the standards of all camping and residential experiences taking place in the District and may cancel an event, if judged necessary; • appointing one, or more, Nights Away Advisers in accordance with the process and content of the appropriate factsheet. County Commissioners have these responsibilities for events and permits issued by the County. b. The District Commissioner is responsible for: • the issue of Nights Away Permits in accordance with the application, assessment and approval process and content of the appropriate factsheet; The Commissioner can only approve the issue of a Permit following the recommendation of a Nights Away Adviser and cannot increase the level of the permit beyond that recommended without a further assessment by an NAA. • suspension or withdrawal of Nights Away Permits as per Rule 9.58; • the standards of all camping and residential experiences taking place in the District and may cancel an event, if judged necessary; • appointing one, or more, Nights Away Advisers in accordance with the process and content of the appropriate factsheet. c. For large scale events there needs to be a permit holder responsible for each residential group. There is no limit to the number of groups that a permit holder can be responsible for, but they remain responsible for the standard of the event for each group. County Commissioners have these responsibilities for events and permits issued by the County. d. All groups undertaking a nights away event must have immediate access to someone holding First Response. This need not be the permit holder. c. For large scale events there needs to be a permit holder responsible for each residential group. There is no limit to the number of groups that a permit holder can be responsible for, but they remain responsible for the standard of the event for each group. In addition the permit holder must ensure the home Commissioner is notified (Rule 9.57l) and inform them of the total number of groups they are responsible for during the event. e remains unchanged d. All groups undertaking a nights away event must have immediate access to someone who has a current First Aid qualification, minimum First Response. The level of First Aid competence required for each event will be determined by the event risk assessment. The permit holder is not required to hold a first aid qualification. e remains unchanged Rule 9.57 Nights Away Permits Rule 9.57 Nights Away Permits a. There are four categories of permit: • Indoor – for staying in a building that has toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (i.e. a cess pit, storage tank or mains drains) and access to running drinking water; • Campsite – for staying at a site that has toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (eg. a cess pit, storage tank or mains drains) and access to running drinking water; • Green Field – for staying at any site where any of the above facilities do not exist – for example, a summer camp on a farmer’s field; • Lightweight Expedition – for staying at any site for not more than one night before moving on. The core activity is a form of expedition, not residential, and all the equipment is transported with the participants. eg. QSA/DofE hikes, expedition hikes, canoe expeditions: a. There are four categories of permit: • Indoor – for staying in a building that has built in lighting and cooking facilities, toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (i.e. a cess pit, storage tank or mains drains) and running drinking water; • Campsite – for staying at a site that has toilets plumbed into a waste disposal system (eg. a cess pit, storage tank or mains drains) and access to running drinking water; • Green Field – for staying at any site where any of the above facilities do not exist – for example, a summer camp on a farmer’s field; • Lightweight Expedition – for staying at any site for not more than one night before moving on. The core activity is a form of expedition, not residential, and all the equipment is transported with the participants. eg. QSA/DofE hikes, expedition hikes, canoe expeditions: b – g remains unchanged b – g remains unchanged h. There is no maximum age limit to gaining a Nights Away Permit. h. Permits can only be held by Members or Associate Members of the Scout Association. i. Permits must be renewed at intervals of not more than five years. i. There is no maximum age limit to gaining a Nights Away Permit. j. Permits will expire automatically if they are not renewed. j. Permits must be renewed at intervals of not more than five years k. Assessment: k. Permits will expire automatically if they are not renewed. i. An applicant will be assessed by a Nights Away Adviser appointed by the District or County Commissioner, who will recommend a level of permit to be granted; ii. Assessments will be carried out in accordance with the process and content of the appropriate factsheet. l. Assessment: i. An applicant will be assessed by a Nights Away Adviser appointed by the District or County Commissioner, who will recommend a level of permit to be granted; ii. Assessments will be carried out in accordance with the process and content of the appropriate factsheet. l. Notification i. The relevant home Commissioner (or their nominee) must be notified before any camping or residential event takes place. Seven days notice should be given; n. Notification i. The relevant home Commissioner (or their nominee) must be notified before any nights away event takes place. It is best practice for at least seven days notice to be given; ii. Where a camp or residential event takes place using facilities not owned or operated by Scouting, for example a youth hostel, a public (commercial) campsite, or a farmer’s field, the host District Commissioner must be notified beforehand. 14 days notice should be given; iii. Where a camp, expedition or residential event involves facilities not owned or operated by Scouting spread across a number of Districts, the permit holder must notify the County Secretary(s), who in turn should notify the respective host District Commissioners. (For expeditions, see Rule 9.63.) iv. The notification must include all the information required in the Nights Away Notification Form (NAN). Nights Away Notification Forms (NAN), District, County Commissioners and County Secretary’s addresses are available from the Scout Information Centre. ii. The notification must include all the information required in the Nights Away Notification Form (NAN). iii. It is the responsibility of the Permit holder to ensure that appropriate notification is made for each group they are responsible for. iv. Adult groups are requires to notify their relevant Commissioner of nights away events. Rule 9.58 Renewal, Restriction, Suspension or Withdrawal of Nights Away Permits a – b remains unchanged c. The relevant Commissioner may at any time impose restrictions, suspend, withdraw, cancel or not renew a permit provided they have reasonable grounds to do so. Rule 9.58 Renewal, Restriction, Suspension or Withdrawal of Nights Away Permits a – b remains unchanged c. The relevant Commissioner may at any time impose restrictions, suspend, withdraw or not renew a permit provided they have reasonable grounds to do so. Any amendment of a permit's status is only valid if the record on Compass is updated as appropriate. d. A Permit automatically expires if a member leaves the Scout Association. Rule 9.60 Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts Nights Away Rule 9.60 Rule left intentionally blank a. For family camps or family residential experiences that are to include Beaver Scouts, see Rule 9.62. b. When organising a camp for Beaver Scouts or Cub Scouts, alternative accommodation must be available within reasonable distance for use in the event of adverse conditions. c. All Residential Experiences for Beaver Scouts must be run in accordance to the guidance contained in the factsheet FS155053 Guidelines for running a Beaver Scout Residential Experience For adult/Beaver Scout ratios on residential experiences see Rule 3.7. For adult/Cub Scout ratios on nights away activities, see Rule 3.8. Rule 9.61 Scout, Explorer Scout or Scout Network Nights Away a. A Scout or Explorer Scout who wishes to lead a camping or residential event can do so when issued with an Event Passport. b – h remains unchanged Rule 9.61 Nights Away Passports a. A Scout or Explorer Scout who wishes to lead a camping or residential event can do so when issued with an Event Passport, this is only valid for use with members of their own section. b – h remains unchanged Rule 9.62 Family Nights Away Rule 9.62 Family Nights Away a. Beaver Scouts may attend family camps under the supervision and control of their parent(s)/Carer(s), or a responsible adult(s) nominated by them. a. The permit holder is responsible for the overall camp and must ensure that all Scout Association rules are followed regardless of the presence of parents, carers or other adults. b. The nominated adult(s) takes responsibility for the young person and must not be a member of the camp leadership team. A parent/Carer permission form must be completed beforehand. Factsheet FS120083 Family Camps, includes a parent/Carer permission form. Other guidance is given in the publication Nights Away. b. Beaver Scouts may attend family camps under the supervision and control of their parent(s)/Carer(s), or a responsible adult(s) nominated by them. Rule 10.11 Explorer Scout Uniform c. The nominated adult(s) takes responsibility for the young person and must not be a member of the camp leadership team. A parent/Carer permission form must be completed beforehand. Factsheet FS120083 Family Camps, includes a parent/Carer permission form. Other guidance is given in the publication Nights Away. Rule 10.11 Explorer Scout Uniform a. Items of official uniform a. Items of official uniform - beige long sleeve or short sleeve shirt or blouse; - beige long sleeve or short sleeve shirt or blouse; - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement); - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement); - navy blue activity trousers; - navy blue activity trousers; - smart navy blue skirt; - smart navy blue skirt; - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle. - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle / Young Leader belt and buckle once achieved. b – c remains unchanged b – c remains unchanged Rule 10.12 Explorer Sea Scout Uniform Rule 10.12 Explorer Sea Scout Uniform a. Items of official uniform: a. Items of official uniform: - light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse; - light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse; - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement) or blue tie; - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement) or blue tie; - smart navy blue trousers; - smart navy blue trousers; - smart navy blue skirt; - smart navy blue skirt; - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle; - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle / Young Leader belt and buckle once achieved; - Seaman’s Class 2 round cap with ‘Explorer Sea Scout’ tallyband or peaked Officer’s hat with white top and Sea Scout cap badge (each Explorer Scout Unit to wear the same headwear option). - Seaman’s Class 2 round cap with ‘Explorer Sea Scout’ tallyband or peaked Officer’s hat with white top and Sea Scout cap badge (each Explorer Scout Unit to wear the same headwear option). b – c remains unchanged b – c remains unchanged Rule 10.13 Explorer Air Scout Uniform Rule 10.13 Explorer Air Scout Uniform a. Items of official uniform: a. Items of official uniform: - light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse; - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement) or blue tie; - smart navy blue trousers; - smart navy blue skirt; - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle / Young Leader belt and buckle once achieved; - Air Scout beret with cloth badge. - light blue long sleeve shirt or blouse; - Explorer Scout Unit scarf and woggle (a Group scarf may be worn if specified in the Partnership Agreement) or blue tie; - smart navy blue trousers; - smart navy blue skirt; - Scout belt / Explorer Belt and buckle; b – c remains unchanged - Air Scout beret with cloth badge. b – c remains unchanged Rule 10.21 Badges and Emblems – Method of Wear Rule 10.21 Badges and Emblems – Method of Wear a. Beaver Scouts, on entering the Cub Scout Pack, may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Bronze Award. a. Beaver Scouts, on entering the Cub Scout Pack, may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Bronze Award. The award must be removed when the Cub Scout gains their Chief Scout’s Silver Award. b. It is to be worn on the right breast (as illustrated in Positions of Badges on Uniform). c. The award must be removed when the Cub Scout gains their Chief Scout’s Silver Award. d. A Cub Scout, on entering the Scout Troop, may continue to wear their Chief Scout’s Silver Award. e. The award must be removed when the Scout gains the Chief Scout’s Gold Award. f. The award is worn in the centre of the right breast. b. This rule is intentionally left blank. c. This rule is intentionally left blank. d. A Cub Scout, on entering the Scout Troop, may continue to wear their Chief Scout’s Silver Award. The award must be removed when the Scout gains the Chief Scout’s Gold Award. e. This rule is intentionally left blank. g. Cub Scouts and Scouts may also wear the current Joining In, Participation and Moving On Awards. h. A Scout on entering an Explorer Scout Unit may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Gold Award. f. This rule is intentionally left blank. g. This rule is intentionally left blank. i. The award must be removed when the Scout gains the Chief Scout’s Platinum Award. h. A Scout on entering an Explorer Scout Unit may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Gold Award. The award must be removed when the Scout gains the Chief Scout’s Platinum Award. j. The award is worn in the centre of the right breast. i. This rule is intentionally left blank. k. Explorer Scouts may also wear the Moving On Awards from the Scout Section. j. This rule is intentionally left blank. l. An Explorer Scout on entering the Scout Network may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Platinum or Diamond Award or Queen’s Scout Award and Explorer Scout Moving On Award k. This rule is intentionally left blank. m. The award is worn in the centre of the right breast. n. The Award will be removed when the next Award is gained. Participation badges may also be worn. l. An Explorer Scout on entering the Scout Network may continue to wear the Chief Scout’s Platinum or Diamond Award or Queen’s Scout Award. The Award will be removed when the next Award is gained. m. This rule is intentionally left blank. n. This rule is intentionally left blank. o. Cub Scouts, Scouts and Explorer Scouts may also wear the current Joining In / Participation and Moving On Awards. p. The Queen's Scout Award / Queen’s Guide Award Badge, Explorer Belt Badge, Scouts of the World Award and Young Leader Service Award may be worn on uniform by adults so entitled. q. A metal version of the Queen’s Scout Award cloth badge is available for wear when out of uniform by those who have gained the award. Rule 10.22 Badges and Awards - Supply Rule 10.22 Badges and Awards - Supply a – remains unchanged b. The exception to this is the Queen’s Scout Award which is only available from Headquarters. a – remains unchanged Rule 10.30 Scout Wings Rule 10.30 This rule is intentionally left blank b. The exception to this is the Queen’s Scout Award, the Explorer Belt badge and the Scouts of the World Award, which are only available from Headquarters. a. Scout Wings for Flight Training may be worn by any Explorer Scout, Scout Network Member or adult Leader who has met at least one of the following requirements: - made three solo flights in a glider, thus gaining the A and B Certificates of the British Gliding Association (minimum age 16 years); - made a solo flight in a balloon (minimum age 17 years); - made a solo flight in a powered aircraft (minimum age 16 years); - achieved the Club Pilot rating of the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (minimum age 16 years). b. Scout Wings for Canopy Training may be worn by any Explorer Scout, Scout Network Member or adult Leader who has made eight parachute jumps from a powered aircraft (minimum age 16 years). c. Only one of these badges may be worn on uniform. Rule 10.31 The Queen’s Scout Award Badge Rule 10.31 This rule is intentionally left blank a. The Queen's Scout Award or Queen’s Guide Award Badge may be worn on uniform by adults so entitled. b. A metal version of the Queen’s Scout Award cloth badge is available for wear when out of uniform by those who have gained the award. Rule 14.2 Citizenship and Participation Rule 14.2 Citizenship and Participation a. The Association, being concerned to help young people prepare for and take a constructive place in society, encourages, through its training programme, the development of a positive attitude to the needs of the community. The Association, being concerned to help young people prepare for and take a constructive place in society, encourages, through its programme, the development of a positive attitude to the needs of the community. b. In pursuance of the Association's Purpose, each Member of the Movement shall, within the bounds of age and mental maturity, be encouraged: In pursuance of the Association's Purpose, each Member of the Movement shall, within the bounds of age and mental maturity, be encouraged: - to become involved in the processes by which decisions are made within the Association and, to that end, to understand to organisation of the Association; - to become involved in the processes by which decisions are made within the Association and, to that end, to understand the organisation of the Association; - to become more aware of major social issues at local, national and international level; - to become more aware of major social issues at local, national and international level; - to understand the processes of decision-making by organisations and by government, and to become aware of the individual's role in such processes. - to understand the processes of decision-making by organisations and by government, and to become aware of the individual's role in such processes.
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