{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFS120341 (Published September 2026, replacing May 2025)\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EOn this page you\u0027ll find:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#basics\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#basics\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#overview\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#overview\u0022\u003EOverview\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#planning\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#planning\u0022\u003EPlanning and managing lone working\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#intouch\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#intouch\u0022\u003EInTouch\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#practical\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#practical\u0022\u003EPractical considerations for lone working\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#Systems\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#Systems\u0022\u003EExamples of lone working InTouch systems\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022#resources\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#resources\u0022\u003EFurther guidance and resources\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#f1f1f1","title":"","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\u0022overview\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003EOverview\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EAdults, young people, volunteers, employees, and others acting for Scouts may sometimes carry out activities on their own as part of Scouting. This is known as lone working, where someone undertakes an activity without close or direct supervision. You may also see this described as solo working or a solo activity. Lone working does not always mean being completely isolated. A person may be considered to be lone working if they are:\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003Eworking away from their usual team\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003Eworking in a separate location\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003Esupervising an activity without support from others\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003Eworking with people they do not know\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003ELone working can increase risk because help may not be immediately available if something goes wrong. Risks can include illness or injury, slips, trips and falls, environmental conditions, equipment failures, aggressive behaviour from members of the public, or delays in raising the alarm during an emergency.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELone working generally falls into two categories\u003C/strong\u003E:\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWorking separately from the wider Scout team.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E This can include volunteers or young people doing activities on their own or in a different place from the rest of their team. They may still have contact with others, but immediate support may not be available.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EWorking alone with members of the public or people unfamiliar to them.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E These situations can be more risky because there may be no one nearby who knows what is happening and can help quickly if there is an emergency.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EExamples may include:\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EOpening or closing a meeting place alone\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003ECarrying out site inspections or maintenance activities\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003ESetting up camp ahead of others arriving\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003ETravelling alone as part of an activity, for example driving to a remote or unfamiliar site\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EWorking at a remote activity area away from the main group\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EUndertaking administrative or volunteer duties at a Scout premises when nobody else is present\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003ELone working does not automatically mean an activity is unsafe. However, suitable planning, communication and emergency arrangements should be in place to manage identified risks. Planning should also outline how to respond to emerging risks or unexpected circumstances.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW94730035 BCX8\u0022\u003EMany routine Scouting activities may involve short periods of lone working. The aim is not to prevent all lone working, but to make sure the arrangements are proportionate and any significant risks are considered and appropriately managed.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\u0022planning\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003EPlanning and managing lone working\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003EBefore planning any lone working activity, consider whether it is necessary. The first step is to remove the risk where possible. This could mean changing the task, doing it at a different time, or making sure two or more people are present. If working alone cannot reasonably be avoided, it should be planned and managed based on the task, location, people involved and level of risk.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW245189348 BCX8\u0022\u003EIf someone will be working alone as part of a Scouting activity, event, nights away experience or visit, this should be included in the usual planning, risk assessment, approval and InTouch arrangements for the activity.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhen deciding whether lone working is appropriate, consider:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETask\u003C/strong\u003E: What is being done and does it involve higher-risk activities, equipment, tools, vehicles, water, heights, electricity or remote locations?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIndividual\u003C/strong\u003E: Is the person competent, experienced, physically capable, fit and comfortable carrying out the activity alone? Consider whether fatigue, stress, illness, medication or other personal factors may affect their ability to work safely\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C/strong\u003E: How isolated is the location? Is assistance readily available if required? Is reliable communication available?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEnvironment\u003C/strong\u003E: Consider factors such as weather, time of day, terrain, access arrangements and the presence of members of the public.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EWhat good arrangements look like\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EFor any lone working activity, the arrangements should be proportionate to the level of risk and normally include:\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EA suitable risk assessment\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EAn agreed InTouch arrangement\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EA clear plan for what to do if something goes wrong\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EEscalation arrangements if contact is lost or concerns arise\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EReliable communication methods that have been checked and tested\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EFor lower-hazard activities, applying the InTouch principle is often a simple and effective control measure and should be the standard approach. For higher-risk activities, additional controls and supervision arrangements may be required.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003ELocally agreed arrangements\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EWhere lone working relates to a regular task, it may be managed through locally agreed arrangements rather than needing separate approval each time. This could be opening or locking up a meeting place, preparing resources, carrying out simple premises checks or travelling separately.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003ELocally agreed means agreed by the person or body accountable for that type of activity:\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGroup\u003C/strong\u003E:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E the Group Lead Volunteer for programme and activities; the Group Trustee Board for premises and maintenance\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDistrict\u003C/strong\u003E:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E the District Lead Volunteer for activities; the District Trustee Board for premises and maintenance\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECounty, Area or Region\u003C/strong\u003E:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E the equivalent Lead Volunteer or Trustee Board\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003ETo avoid creating an administrative burden, a single agreed risk assessment and standing arrangement can be put in place to cover routine, repeated tasks. Individual approval is then not needed on each occasion, provided the task stays within the agreed arrangement.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003ELocally agreed arrangements are a way of meeting the approval and InTouch expectations in POR, not a replacement for them.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003EThe person planning or undertaking the lone working should make sure that:\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethe risks of the task and location have been considered\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Esuitable control measures are in place before the task starts, including arrangements for communication and emergency response\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ea trusted person knows where they are, what they are doing and when they are expected to finish\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethere is an agreed InTouch or check-in arrangement\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethere is an agreed escalation plan if they miss a check-in, cannot be contacted or the situation changes\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethey know how to summon assistance and suitable first aid and emergency arrangements are in place\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethey have the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the task and any equipment is suitable\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethe task is not carried out alone if it cannot be done safely\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW126121922 BCX8\u0022\u003ESome tasks may be too difficult or hazardous to be carried out alone. This could include higher-risk maintenance, working at height, using hazardous equipment, staying overnight alone, or working in isolated locations. In these situations, additional controls may be needed, or the task may need to be changed, delayed or carried out with another suitable person present.\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW149626175 BCX8\u0022\u003ELone working may also create safeguarding risks. This could include meeting people they do not know, visiting unfamiliar places, or being alone with young people. In these situations, appropriate safeguarding arrangements should be considered alongside the safety controls and InTouch arrangements.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Safeguarding Code of Conduct for Adults - Yellow Card\u0022\u003ESafeguarding Code of Conduct for Adults\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;always applies\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#ffe627","title":"Safeguarding considerations","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Ca id=\u0022intouch\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003EInTouch\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003EInTouch is the system used to manage communications at all Scout activities and events. It is flexible to allow those organising events to put in place a system best suited to their particular needs or circumstances.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW38879932 BCX8\u0022\u003EWhenever someone is working alone, there should be a clear and proportionate way of keeping in touch. 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These details should be held centrally.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe adult volunteer arranges the maintenance work and notifies the nominated person of their approximate arrival and departure times. They should also check in with the nominated person on arrival and before leaving the site.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe adult volunteer checks in with the nominated person at agreed intervals (for example, every hour). If a check-in is missed, the nominated person should attempt to contact the adult volunteer directly to confirm their welfare.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the adult volunteer cannot be contacted, the nominated person should follow the agreed steps to get help. 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If circumstances change, stop and reassess whether it is still safe to continue.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003EThis could include:\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022ListContainerWrapper SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethe task taking longer than expected\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Echanges in weather, access, lighting or security\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Eloss of communication or phone signal\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Eanother person arriving unexpectedly\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Ebecoming tired, unwell or concerned\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003Ethe task becoming more complex or hazardous than expected\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW117674740 BCX8\u0022\u003EIf you can no longer follow the agreed arrangements, contact the nominated person, volunteer manager, event leader or other agreed contact. 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Consider an alternative approach, a different time, or buddying up.\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERisk assessment\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003EIs there a suitable and sufficient risk assessment?\u003Cbr\u003EHas it been agreed by the Lead Volunteer, Team Leader or Trustee Board as appropriate?\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EActivity\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003EDoes the activity involve higher risks such as water, heights, electricity, hazardous equipment or remote terrain?\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EParticipant\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003EIs the person experienced, confident, physically capable, and free from fatigue or illness?\u003Cbr\u003EDo they understand the lone working arrangements?\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003C/tr\u003E\n\u003Ctr\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/td\u003E\n\u003Ctd style=\u0022padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #000; vertical-align: top;\u0022\u003EHow remote is the site? 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