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Introduction
This unit will focus on the areas in which forward planning is particularly important when taking pupils off-site. It deals with the key areas to consider when planning any trip off-site, including planning for residential activities and travelling abroad.
Aims and outcomes:
By the end of this unit, you should understand:
- the importance of pre-planning when taking pupils off-site
- the need for good parental liaison and maintaining up-to-date records
- why health and safety requirements vary according to the nature of the site, the activity and individual requirements of the pupils
- the role of insurance in pre-planning
- the requirement for adequate supervision in varying situations
- the importance of planning for the unexpected.
Unit content
Unit 9: Off-site activities
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Step 1: What is meant by off-site learning activities?
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Step 2: The need for pre-planning
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Step 3: Using premises belonging to others
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Step 4: Code of conduct
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Step 5: Informed parental consent
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Step 6: Supervision and means of contact
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Step 7: First aid and medical matters
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Step 8: Travelling to an off-site activity
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Step 9: The importance of Plan B
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Step 10: Insurance
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Step 11: Pupil specific considerations
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Step 12: Site specific considerations
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Step 13: Emergency worst case scenario planning
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End of Unit 9 quiz