1. Cadet Welfare & Legal Issues Training Leaders of Cadets - Seminar L7

2. Something to Remember “They’re not your cadets….they are my children.” FATHER OF A CADET

3. Overview Assuming the place of the parent Basic guidelines for adult supervision Overnight & high adventure activities Perennial legal issues Case studies

4. 1. Assuming the Place of the Parent In loco parentis 60 Minutes test Team approach to decision-making Safety & welfare cannot be delegated

5. 2. Basic Guidelines for Cadet Activities Cadet activities always require adult supervision Limit one-on-one contact Activities are supposed to be positive

6. 3. Overnight Activities Parental permission Adult supervision requirements Chaperoning a co-ed group Respect for privacy Sleep Meals & nutrition

7. 4. Perennial Legal Issues Transportation: “Can Cadet Curry drive Cadet Arnold to CAP?” Dating: Can Cadet Curry date Cadet Arnold? Can Major Curry date Cadet Arnold? Legal Agreements Who can sign agreements on behalf of CAP?

8. 5. High Adventure Activities Strenuous activities are part of cadet life Partnering with parents Physical fitness & medical limitations Operational Risk Management (ORM) What could go wrong? How can we stay safe?

9. PROBLEM SOLVING SCENARIOS

10. Conclusion In loco parentis What would a responsible parent do in this situation? How would my actions and inactions appear on 60 Minutes? The adults on scene are responsible for keeping cadets safe.