At a minimum:

Swimming

Swimming, as part of youth focused programming, including hotel pool, requires a certified lifeguard (Red Cross or equivalent) with at least one lifeguard per ten swimmers. Lifeguards do not count in maintaining adult ratio. A copy of the lifeguard’s certification must be kept on record if hired for the event.

High Risk Activities

Activities like white water canoeing, ropes courses, and rock climbing require contracting with industry certified organizations or professionals to lead the activity. The organization and/or professional must be approved by UUA staff, hold their own liability insurance, and their certifications kept on record with UUA staff. Parents/guardians must sign the permission form of the contracted organization.

Other Outdoor Activities

Activities like day hikes, flat water canoeing, or short overnight backpacking trips will be done according to American Camping Association (ACA) standards including using appropriate safety equipment such as life jackets or helmets. If engaging in activities in this category, UUA staff will consult with an organization accredited by the ACA, preferably in the same state as the event to learn about state laws, for instructions in safely engaging in the activity. Such an organization could be UU summer camp for instructions.

All such outdoor activities require a first aid kit and an onsite medic meeting the policy requirements.

Trips outside of an hour from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) require staff with current Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification. Copies of their certifications must be kept on record.