Safety
Inflatable Amusement Devices
Introduction Inflatable amusement devices such as jumping castles, inflatable obstacle courses and inflatable slides can provide an enjoyable activity at Scout events, but they can also present significant risks if they are incorrectly installed, ...
Electrical Safety Fortnight - Activities, Events & Fundraising
When using portable electrical equipment there are two important questions: What are you doing with it, and where are you doing it? Electrical equipment is used at camps, community events, fundraising stalls and major activities. Electrical ...
Electrical Safety Fortnight - Know Your Den
Electrical Safety Fortnight is a great opportunity for every Scout Group to ask: “How well do you know the electrical system in your Scout Den?” Start with your switchboard. Does it contain old-style fuses, circuit breakers, safety switches (RCDs), ...
Head Injuries - Practical Guide
Purpose Head injuries can occur during many Scouting activities — from wide games to hiking, cycling, adventurous activities, camps and everyday slips, trips and falls. Most knocks to the head will not result in a serious injury. However, it is not ...
Safe Storage of LPG Gas Bottles
Purpose LPG gas cylinders are commonly used within Scouting to support outdoor cooking activities, camps, fundraising BBQs and other approved program activities. While LPG is a safe and reliable fuel when used correctly, it is also a highly flammable ...
Safe Use of Trailers
Introduction The transport of equipment is a routine and essential activity in support of Scout program delivery. A wide variety of trailers are used regularly to support activities, and events across Queensland. This practical guide is intended to ...
Understanding Duty of Care
What is Duty of Care Duty of care is a legal responsibility that applies to Scouts Queensland and every adult volunteer. It means we must take reasonable steps to keep young people, volunteers, and members of the community safe when they participate ...
Hazards, Incidents, and Near Misses – What’s the Difference?
In Scouting, safety is everyone’s responsibility. Whether we are camping in the bush, sailing on the bay, or running an activity night at the Den, it’s essential that all youth members, leaders, and helpers understand the language we use around ...
Incident Reporting - the basics
Incident reporting is a legal requirement under The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 What is an incident?? An incident can be defined as something that occurs in the course of a Scouting activity, resulting in or could have resulted in an injury, ...