To give positive guidance, the 'Young People First' Code of Conduct (also known as the yellow card) sets out a code of behaviour for all adults in Scouting.

Every adult in Scouting should have a copy of the 'Young People First' Code of Conduct. It is designed so you can keep it with you at all times during Scouting activities.

All adults in Scouts follow our Code of Conduct Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.      If in doubt, report it. 

Do remember that you are a role model at all times, inside and outside of Scouts. You must set a good example for others to follow.

Do treat everyone with dignity and respect in line with the Scout Values.

Do treat all young people equally – do not show favouritism

Do follow the adult-to-young-people ratios at all times.

Do remember that you have been placed in a position of trust – do not abuse this trust.

Do report all safeguarding concerns directly to the Safeguarding Team as soon as possible, and always within 24 hours

Do contact the Safeguarding Team if you receive details of any statutory agency (for example, the police, the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) or children’s services) involvement regarding a member.

Do remember that someone may misinterpret your actions.

Do respect children’s and young people’s right to personal privacy.

Do encourage an open and transparent culture, where people challenge or report behaviour that is not in line with this code.

Do make everyone aware of our safeguarding arrangements. Share our Yellow Card with volunteers, parents and guardians, and display it where meetings take place.

Do create an environment where children and young people feel safe and able to voice their concerns.

Do have separate sleeping accommodation for young people and adults, as well as young leaders working with a younger section.

Do plan activities that involve more than one other person being present. If that’s not possible, make sure other people can see and hear what’s going on.

Do not plan to be alone with a child or young person in Scouts, either online or in person.

Do not drink alcohol when you are directly responsible for children and young people in Scouts, and never allow under 18s to drink alcohol on Scout activities

Do not trivialise concerns or abuse.

Do not let concerns or abuse go unreported. Contact the Safeguarding Team, especially if you feel your concern has not been taken seriously.

Do not join in physical contact games with children and young people.

Do not overstep the boundaries with children and young people by being involved in friendships or personal relationships with them.

Do not allow activities that encourage bullying behaviour, including initiation ceremonies, dares or forfeits.

Do not use inappropriate, suggestive or threatening language, whether verbal, written or online.

Do not rely on your reputation or position to protect you.

Do not get involved with a safeguarding concern if you have a personal friendship or family connection with those involved. Step back and tell the Safeguarding Team about the connection.

Yellow Card PDF

1st Burnmoor are proud of the vast nights away opportunities that we offer young people with sleepovers, activity weekends, expeditions and greenfield camps.

We couldn’t hold events without the volunteers that support them, the leadership team, SASU and helpers make these happen. To ensure adults follow the rules of the Scout Association and the events run smoothly 1st Burnmoor have the Camp Adult Code of Conduct which all adults on camps and nights away must follow.

Camp Adult Code of Conduct

• The yellow card is always to be followed.
• Everyone is responsible for the health and safety of themselves and others.
• All adults are to help with camp duties.
• Section leaders are responsible for the young people in each section.
• Everyone is required at flag break in the mornings.
• Any concerns should be raised with the camp leader, or Group Lead Volunteer.
• Any injuries or accidents must be reported to the camp leader.
• No photos are to be taken of the young people when at camp, leaders will ensure photos are taken and shared within the group policy.
• Noise levels should be kept down after the young people have been sent to bed.
• Any trips off site should be prearranged with the camp leader and not affect the program.
• No smoking in the presence of young people.

Alcohol:

• Under 18s must not consume alcohol under any circumstances.
• Adults are not to consume alcohol in the presence of under 18's.
• Adults must not consume alcohol when they are responsible for young people on an activity.
• At any one time there will be the correct ratio of responsible adults who must not consume alcohol as per the risk assessment.
• If adults are to consume alcohol, it must be in an area separate from young people; adult tents, or after young people are in bed; around the campfire or in the marquee, all areas must be left tidy with no alcoholic drinks or emptys left out on show.
• Consideration should be given to the effect’s alcohol can have and how it may affect an individual’s ability to fulfil their Scouting duties the next day.

Explorers are a district section held at various group HQs on different nights which are open to all explorers.

More information can be found at their website:

https://chesterlestreetscouts.org.uk/centurions-explorers/

With the support, direction and guidance of Unit leaders, Explorer Scouts are encouraged to lead themselves, design their own programme and work towards the top awards that Scouting offers. With exciting prospects like being a part of camps and expeditions both home and abroad; adventurous activities such as mountaineering, parascending and off shore sailing; Explorers offers fun and adventure for all. Explorers also have the opportunity to be a part of The Explorer Scout Young Leaders’ Schemewhich develops their leadership skills and sense of responsibility, by helping to run meetings for younger sections.

Explorer Units are the fourth Section of the Scouting family after Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Explorer Scouts are young people aged between 14 and 18 years old.  There is flexibility in the age range:  young people can join from age 13½ but cannot move to Scout Network until 18.  Young people must have left the Explorer Scout section before the date of their 18th birthday.