Code of Conduct

The Unit members came up with this Code of Conduct. A printable version is available. Members are expected to follow it - sanctions for not doing so were also agreed by the Explorer Scouts and are below

• DO try to attend as much as the programme as you can

• DO wear polo shirts, hoodies or uniform to every meeting unless told otherwise

• DON'T let games get out of hand

• DON'T expect someone else to do it for you

• DO turn up on time to meetings and activities

• DO have fun

• DON'T exclude other people or form gangs

• DO listen to others and respect their opinions

• DON'T miss Forum meetings if you are supposed to be there

• DON'T spoil things for other people

• DO tell your mates about K2 and invite them to come and see what it's like

• DO treat everyone equally

• DON'T smoke during meetings

• DON'T hurt people, physically or emotionally

• DO be careful when doing something that may be dangerous

• DO act in a mature way

• DON'T be an idiot

• DO take an active part in activities and meetings

• DO write name and what it's for on back of cheques

• DON'T leave it until the last minute to find out what's going on

• DO help others

• DON'T damage property or possessions

• DO tell people if you can't make meetings

In order for us to maintain the running of the Unit safely, and in a way that ensures that every Member is able to enjoy themselves and get as much out of their time with us as possible, we may need to use sanctions to persuade those who go against the Code of Conduct that they shouldn't. These sanctions vary depending on what has been done or not done. They are...

• Removal from an activity for a short period of time

• Being made to do a chore

• Verbal warning recorded by the Explorer Scout Leader

• On the 3rd verbal warning the Explorer Scout will be banned from attending the next activity or meeting (if uniform is not worn to a 3rd meeting, they will be sent home)

• In some cases an immediate ban may be deserved, a ban of longer than one activity or meeting may be deserved or it may be carried over to a major camp or activity

• Should a person be banned a letter will be sent to their parent or carer

• If a person does not attend Monday evening meetings for 5 weeks, they will not be able to attend a camp or activity until they have attended 5 Monday evenings

• If property is maliciously or recklessly damaged it will be paid for

• In exceptional circumstances Explorer Scouts who severely or continually break the Code of Conduct may be asked to leave the Unit

• Should a criminal act be committed we will not hesitate in involving the Police