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Rule 9.8 Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities

a.    An adventurous activity is defined in Rule 9.7a.
b.    Where any participant is aged under 18, or has a special educational need that places their mental age below 18, Rule 9.7 Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme will apply.
c.    Rules within Chapter 9 regarding adventurous activities should be taken as guidance except Rules 9.3 – 9.6, 9.9, 9.12 and 9.64 (except a) which must be followed irrespective of age.
d.   Any activity that is banned applies to all age groups.
e.   Each activity must have a co-ordinator.
f.    Each participant must sign an acknowledgement of risk statement and have read the guidance set out in the factsheet FS120087 Adult Groups in Adventurous Activities.