Following the recent notice in the Encompass, we are pleased to announce the details of the October 2016 ScoutSafe month competition.

kitThis is a great opportunity for Groups or Formations to collect information and photos and send this to the Queensland Scout Centre, (attention ScoutSafe Officer).

Your submission should demonstrate how your Group or Formation is proactive in the area of risk management.

Surf Life Saving Queensland have supported this initiative by providing three first aid kits, as prizes, for the Group or Formation that makes, (in the judge’s opinion), the most worthy submission.

Here is a poster for that your Formation can use to promote –  scoutssafe-october-poster-final

Who can enter: A youth section, a Group, District, Region, Campsite or Fellowship.

The competition closes on Monday 31st October and winners announced on Friday 4th November.

What to submit:   Your entry must promote a safe environment in and around your buildings or property.

  • Event risk management.
  • Games and activities.
  • Camps and hikes.
  • Safety posters
  • Links to the youth award scheme and program inclusion.
  • A visit to a factory or place of work or other organisation to see how they manage their risk.