The Basics
Safety Activity Checkpoints offers a framework to evaluate and manage safety during Girl Scout activities. They guide your planning, help ensure that you feel confident and prepared, and highlight the rules and standards Girl Scouts expects you to follow.
Become familiar with Girl Scouts’ other resources, found on your council website or at girlscouts.org. Since states’ rules vary, most documents are provided by your council. Look for:
- Permission forms, council approval processes, health histories, and other paperwork
- Meeting space safety expectations
- Hosted activities and events, such as camps and program weekends
Risk, Prevention, Response
How to Use Safety Activity Checkpoints
Activities That Require Prior Council Approval
Activities That Are Not Permitted
Activities That Are Not Listed
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