Risk Assessment Guidelines for Juniors Sleepover

This document is a guide for conducting risk assessments for Boys' Brigade activities, specifically focusing on the Juniors Sleepover event. It outlines the importance of performing risk assessments before trips, visits, camps, or holidays, emphasizing that while regular activities may not require assessments each time, they should be evaluated periodically to avoid complacency. The guide details various hazards that may arise, such as venue access issues, sleeping arrangements, toilet facilities, activities, food hygiene, leader conduct, and emergency provisions. For each identified hazard, it specifies control measures that should be implemented to mitigate risks, including ensuring safe environments, proper supervision, and adequate first aid provisions. The document also stresses the need for proper documentation and approval processes, including the necessity of logging any accidents that occur during activities. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive framework to ensure the safety and well-being of participants during Boys' Brigade events.