{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFS120426\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E(Published November 2024, replacing February 2021)\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIntroduction\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThis guidance provides information related to all activities taking place in Terrain Zero, and should be used to support planning for activities such as trips to the local park, local hikes and more adventurous activities which are within the terrain zero areas.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EWhat is Terrain Zero?\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAll land is classified as either Terrain Zero, Terrain One, Terrain Two or Specialist Terrain.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThe definition of Terrain Zero can be found in Policy Organisation and Rules (POR)\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/por/9b-requirements-for-specific-activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Rule 9.28 Terrain Zero Definition\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003ERule 9b.4.7\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERule 9b.4.7 Terrain Zero Definition\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ea. Terrain Zero describes terrain which meets one of the following criteria:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 i) \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMeets all the following criteria:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eis below 500 metres above sea level; and\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eis within 30 minutes travelling time from a road which can take an ordinary road-going ambulance or a building which is occupied (such as a farm) or another means of summoning help (such as a telephone box); and\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ehas no steep slopes or rocky terrain\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E,\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ewhere a slip may result in a fall\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E(routes or areas where the average person would need to regularly use their hands at least for balance if not for actual progress. This does not stop people from using their hands as an aid to confidence.)\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 or:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 ii) is a road, or path adjacent to a road, on which you would expect to see traffic.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eb. Activities undertaken in Terrain Zero must follow the guidance within \u003C/span\u003ETerrain Zero Activities.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHeight above sea level can be identified quickly by checking the height markings on an\u0026nbsp;OS Map or online mapping system. When operating overseas check the guidance on amending heights in the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/international-scouts-and-events/international-activities/adventurous-activities-abroad/\u0022 title=\u0022Adventurous activities abroad\u0022\u003EActivities Abroad guidance\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EKnowing how far you are from assistance is also important and can be calculated using measurements which can be taken from a map. If you\u2019re operating in local environments then walking the route before you plan to take a group is a great way of working out how far you can go. It\u2019s important to remember though that young people, and groups, will often have a slower pace than adults.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EA terrain zero environment is one where there is no steep sloped or rocky terrain where slips could result in a fall. \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThis first part of the definition\u0026nbsp;above\u0026nbsp;is not a standalone statement and it is important to understand the clarification in brackets to this, If participants will need to use their hands to aid their balance and progression,\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ethen this is not terrain zero. This definition is relating to the general terrain and not the impact of environmental factors such as weather making a path muddy and a little slippery. You should think about the members (including\u0026nbsp;age, ability and fitness) of your group and how they will move through your planned route.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt is also important that volunteers are aware of the areas surrounding their planned activity and ensure that any areas that would not be Terrain Zero are identified allowing you to make plans to avoid these areas and clearly communicate this to the group members.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"So what does this mean?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u0027s the responsibility of the activity leader to ensure they understand the terrain their activities are operating in based on the definitions within\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPOR\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E. If you\u0027re unsure about how to determine the terrain of your activities, you can get advice from your County or District Programme Team or anyone with a hillwalking permit or hillwalking activity permit assessor accreditation.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Help with defining terrain"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EOnce you\u2019ve determined what terrain you will be operating in, make sure you document this and communicate your reasoning with others. As part of your risk assessment process,\u00A0you\u2019ll need to document the hazards and risks identified for the area you are using and what controls you will have in place.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Documenting and communicating your definition"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ETypes of activity\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere are a wide variety of Terrain Zero activities which may be suitable for your section to take part in. When planning your activity, you need to think about what age range the activity suits, location, weather and access to equipment, etc.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHere are some ideas you might want to try:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETrips to the local park\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENature walks\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWide Games in the park / campsite\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EOrienteering Games\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIncident Hikes\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHill walking\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAlthough these activities do not require the activity leader to hold an activity permit the activity leader must still have the appropriate skills and knowledge of the activity taking place and be capable of putting together appropriate\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cu\u003Erisk assessments\u003C/u\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eand activity plans.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ESome activities (such as incident hikes, off road biking, expeditions, hill walking) in Terrain Zero will require different planning and preparation than others and will require a greater level of knowledge and skill to operate safely.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EPlanning activities in Terrain Zero\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWhen delivering any activities in Terrain Zero the leader must ensure that:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ea clear plan is in place for the activity\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ea safety plan is in place in case of an incident or emergency\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ethe activity is suitable to the age and ability of the participants\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ea\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E has been undertaken and appropriate measures in place to reduce risk, and that this is documented and clearly communicated to those involved\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ethere is appropriate supervision by a person who has sufficient skill/knowledge of the activity being undertaken (this may be more than one person depending on the activity and the size and needs of the group)\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eappropriate volunteer to young person ratios are adhered to\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eparticipants are briefed, with clear boundaries which everyone understands\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eparticipants are given instruction on how to use any equipment safely\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Ean\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/intouch/\u0022 title=\u0022InTouch\u0022\u003EInTouch\u003C/a\u003E system is in place\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt is important to ensure that when planning all activities care is taken to consider the additional risks in these activities including:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWeather can change rapidly in open country (rural less built-up areas, mainly countryside environments) and it\u0027s important to understand the weather conditions for the activity and how they might affect plans. When planning for activities where a change in weather would affect the activity, planning should include suitable alternatives. Also consider the time of day and time of year of your activity, this will affect the visibility, activities during daylight hours will have different considerations in planning and managing than an activity at night or in the dark.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Weather conditions and visibility"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u0027s important to ensure that all members of the group have suitable equipment and clothing (including footwear) for the activity which they are doing and the terrain / weather they may face. Where equipment is used, participants should be trained in the correct use and care for it.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Clothing and equipment"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIn addition to ensuring that ratios are adhered to, it is important to consider the size of the activity group you are planning for. For instance, a hill walking activity in open country may not be suited to large groups. If in any doubt keep the groups small and refer to the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/por/9b-requirements-for-specific-activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Rule 9.32 Party Size\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003EHill walking party size\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E Think about how you split your section into manageable groups to enable safe activities to take place in terrain zero, this should also include choosing appropriate routes and locations for your group. Don\u2019t go beyond the capabilities of the young people, think about distance and type of terrain to ensure that it remains enjoyable for all involved.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Group make up"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWhen planning an activity in Terrain Zero the extent of supervision should be considered, this should not only include how many volunteers are needed, but also what skills these volunteers require and where these people will be. There are some activities where young people will operate remotely from volunteers, giving the opportunity for peer leadership, these activities should be encouraged for those with the skills to do this and an appropriate supervision plan put in place to support this.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Supervision of the activity"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditional considerations for some Terrain Zero activities\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ESome activities such as (such as incident hikes, off road biking, expeditions, hill walking) will require additional planning and consideration of:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERoute planning\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERoutes across all terrain should be planned carefully, including the planning for escape routes which are also in Terrain Zero. \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://prod-cms.scouts.org.uk/media/16567/fs120049-route-card-jan-2022.docx\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Suggested route plan\u0022\u003EDownload the suggested route plan\u003C/a\u003E for use when in the hills is available.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENavigation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EVolunteers should ensure they have the appropriate knowledge and equipment to navigate safely across any terrain their activities are on, especially where visibility becomes poor due to changing weather.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWater hazards\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EVolunteers should be aware of Water hazards on their planned activities and for the most suitable crossing point for their group, which might include changing the route and looking for a better alternative; such as a bridge. If there is no better alternative consider elements such as Fast Flowing water, steeps banks, drops, deep areas and fallen trees.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESupervision of the activity\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWith these additional considerations you need to think about the key skills the individual will need to supervise groups. This will include navigation, group management, knowing what to do in an emergency, knowledge of the equipment being used and clear communication. There is no requirement to hold a hillwalking permit to operate in terrain zero but the skills this will assess can still be useful in these environments. People can bring the skills for supervising groups in terrain zero from many areas of life and this could come from them having developed their skills personally or completed some external training.\u0026nbsp;The skills and experience required will vary depending on the activity and level of adventure the group plan to do within the terrain zero environment.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EApproving activities in terrain zero\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThe Lead Volunteer is responsible for approving all activities, further guidance on this is available at\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u202F\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/general-activity-guidance/approving-activities-guidance-for-commissioners/\u0022 title=\u0022Approving Activities - Guidance for Commissioners\u0022\u003EFS120015 Approving Activities \u2013 Guidance for Lead Volunteers,\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E but the best place to start is checking with your Group Lead Volunteer (GLV) or District 14-24 Team Lead what the approval process is for the activities you are planning. 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