Validation Criteria 1
Plan, or assist in planning, an activity taking into account:

1. the age, experience, fitness and additional needs of the group
2. the rules related to the activity (including adult to young person ratios; any activity rules; gaining approval from the relevant commissioner; etc.)
3. any clothing, footwear, personal and group equipment needed for the activity and anticipated weather conditions
4. the need for a risk assessment to be carried out and communicated effectively
5. the need for an InTouch system to be in place

Evidence you could use includes detailed plans for the activity, risk assessment, any information given to young people / parents / carers, feedback on how it went (e.g. witness statements, photos etc.)

Validation Criteria 2
Act as the leader in charge for an activity, taking into account the need to:

1. oversee the activity (ensuring that registers, headcounts etc. are in place)
2. co-ordinate the adults involved in the activity, allocating roles to specific adults and ensuring that they are clear on what they need to do
3. communicate relevant instructions, guidance and rules to young people involved in the activity
4. carry out a dynamic risk assessment

Evidence you could use includes detailed plans for the activity, risk assessment, any information given to young people / parents / carers, feedback on how it went (e.g. witness statements, photos etc.)