Hello! My name is Lydia, and I am running to be your Health and Safety Officer.
I have been a part of RAG for two years now, starting as an Adventure Participant for the Ugandan Gorilla Trek I then moved on to be an Adventure Leader for the Gorilla Trek. I believe that I am the ideal candidate for the position of Health and Safety Officer as I have seven years of experience devising risk assessments for my local Scout Group, whom I have been a leader for since I was 13 years old. I have created risk assessments for an array of activities, from smaller group-based activities such as charity bag packing, to larger scale activities such as trips to Theme Parks and Nights Away Camping Adventures. I understand the many components and fine details that must be considered when creating risk assessments for individuals and activities.
I am also experienced in organising and attending First- Aid Training. I gained this experience during my many years in Scouting and my four years of continuous training as a Lifeguard. I believe that due to my being on Placement Year next year, I will not have the time restrictions as many other people will as I will not have to perform to university deadlines, giving me plenty of time to dedicate to RAG.