Stay Safe, Stay Smart
This is the first thing you should do when you arrive at your assigned area each day.
What is sign in and take attendance?
This is the first step when a camper has a minor injury.
What is provide first aid and report to supervisor?
This tone of voice should be used when addressing camper misbehaviour.
What is calm and firm?
Active listening includes eye contact, body language, and this.
What is nodding or verbal affirmations like 'I see' or 'Uh huh'?
Ignoring repeated teasing or exclusion among campers is considered this.
What is enabling bullying or neglecting camper safety?
Campers should never be left alone. This is the term for always knowing where your campers are.
What is maintaining proper supervision or head counts?
This form must be filled out immediately following an incident.
What is the Incident Report Form?
The first step in resolving conflict between two campers is to listen for this.
What is each camper’s perspective or feelings?
This is what you do if you don’t understand a camper’s concern right away.
What is ask clarifying questions?
A camper who isolates themselves and shows a sudden change in behaviour may need this.
What is a wellness check or support from a supervisor?
This piece of equipment must be carried by Group Leaders at all times for safety.
What is the walkie-talkie or emergency backpack?
This is who you notify first in a serious emergency before contacting the parent.
What is the Camp Supervisor or Site Lead?
When giving instructions, make sure they are this—clear, age-appropriate, and firm.
What is direct and simple?
Listening without this helps build camper trust and respect.
What is judgment or interrupting?
Encouraging consent for physical touch or help (e.g. sunscreen) promotes this principle.
What is bodily autonomy or personal boundaries?
Staff must check this list before distributing snacks or planning food activities.
What is the allergy list?
If there’s a fire drill or evacuation, this is the designated outdoor location all groups must report to.
What is the emergency meeting point
If a camper refuses to follow directions, this calm and respectful strategy is recommended.
What is offering choices or using When-Then statements?
If a camper is non-verbal or shy, this alternative method may help them communicate.
What is drawing, gestures, or emotion cards?
Raising your voice or using sarcasm with campers can be considered a violation of this.
What is the code of conduct or respectful communication policy?
To ensure safety during outdoor play, you must always assess this before beginning an activity.
What is the environment and equipment for hazards?
This information should be reviewed weekly to ensure staff are aware of each camper's needs in an emergency.
What is the medical/emergency contact sheet?
Using 'I' statements helps reduce defensiveness. Give an example of one.
What is 'I feel concerned when you run inside because it’s not safe.'?
This team role requires modeling excellent listening during staff meetings and camper interactions.
What is the Camp Supervisor or Team Lead?
This is what you should do if you suspect a camper is being harmed at home.
What is report your concerns to your supervisor immediately?