L2 Unit 8 by https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht en-us 2016-09-23 09:48:01 UTC 2026-02-24 23:38:40 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Basketball.png Hill walking o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480078 This is a land based activity, which is simply walking up hills of any height or steepness level, for example mount Snowden which is in Wales, about 3 hours away from Salford, my personal view, having walked up it before; i feel it improves quite a of skills such as teamwork communication skills. 
When I went up with other students, many including myself struggled at different points during the walk but we all adjusted to each other’s strengths and weaknesses and supported each other throughout the walk which I feel was the most important skill we needed as a team, including resilience and some degree of fitness as the walk was around 5 hours and 30 minutes. 

Hill walking increases leg muscle and also fitness which is useful in policing when needing to chase a suspect or just for a PCSO who may be on the bikes.

Walking for long periods of time also strengthens your heart and makes it grow bigger, this increases your fitness so weather you are joining the military or the police force it will benefit you

There are many routes you could take to reach the summit as shown in this link -https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/snowdon_walks_-_6_routes-95.aspx 

Hill walking is used in duke of Edinburgh and in the police cadets as the cadets go on the expeditions which DofE provides, air training corps, the princess trust, NCS and scouts.

DofE is a charity run organisation and can not be run on its own as it is not an independent organisation therefor overall, the police cadet scheme or the air training corps is probably a better option as DofE is provided.
]]> 2016-09-30 10:36:38 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480078 orienteering o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480108 This is a land based activity which requires you and your team mates to guide each other using a map to the right area to find certain pieces.
It can improve quite allot of skills such as team work, it helps when in an expedition which requires map work, trust between team members is very important in a team, this improves trust within the team as while two team members are leading the search with the maps, the rest of the team should trust there judgments for example in a police station when organizing a planned raid, the constables must follow the leading officers instructions and trust them otherwise it would risk the whole operation. Good map work skills would show that planning skills are probably better that another officers without as much experience.

There are many orienteering courses around grater Manchester, and they are commonly used by scouts, girl guides and sometimes in NCS too.

https://www.britishorienteering.org.uk/event - you can take part in any orienteering events in and around Britain.
]]> 2016-09-30 10:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480108 rock climbing o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480141 This activity is simply climbing up rocks, mostly in mountains with high ropes,  special equipment is needed depending on how steep it is.

Rock climbing increases muscular strength and endurance, and also flexibility as you often need to stretch in order to reach a rock, pull yourself up towards it, increasing muscle strength particularly around the biceps, this will put any officers who participate in a good advantage while in the front line as there will be times when force will be needed to restrain and arrest a suspect, good strength will be very helpful.

The police cadets, scouts, NCS and the air training corps all take part in rock climbing.

http://www.theclimbingdepot.co.uk/manchester - this indoor center could be accessed for training before going out and doing it outdoor which includes more first aid knowledge and equipment as you will need to know what you need to take. However it does cost to attend the clubs, it is not too far so transport wouldn't be a problem.
A more effective use of your money would be if you buy the equipment and to it outdoor.

]]> 2016-09-30 10:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480141 camping o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480186 Camping is a land based activity which is a an overnight activity, it is used in the police cadets, scouts, girl guides, NCS and mostly in Duke Of Edinburgh.

There are a few skills which need to be mastered before doing this, for example putting up a tent, applying first aid, working in a team, map work, communication and simpler things such as having the correct amount of food with enough calories and also the right amount of clothing (4 layers), and suitable walking shoes which provide good grip and ankle support to reduce the risk of injury.

Having done the bronze DofE practice, I have realized that there are so many skills that you learn when you are out camping with your team as you learn to think more effectively and know what is needed, which would be good in the police as police officers have to make quick decisions and assumptions in various circumstances that they are put in, camping also trains you to think outside the box.

http://www.dofe.org/take-part#k0 - this link will take you to the DofE website where you will be able to take part, and is available anywhere around the U.K.
]]> 2016-09-30 10:37:18 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480186 pony trekking o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480215 This is a land based activity which helps people learn to ride a horse, the more it is practiced, the easier it will be to do other things while riding for example policing while on a horse in football games.
the police use the horses for big events so that the mounted officers will have a clear view of everything on the ground which a police officer on the ground may not see.

The scouts, girl guides, and some police cadet divisions do get involved with pony trekking.

It is available in a few centers in and around greater Manchester, this will be very useful in the mounted unit in policing as police officers who do this will get used to riding a horse so much it will start to feel like their second nature,  so that when they are on their horse in a football event for example, they will be more focused on the job rather than focusing too much on the horse therefore there presence will make a bigger impact. This sport does still improve team working skills and the officer on the horse needs to trust that the horse will behave and be useful while the horse will need to trust that the officer will look after it. Officers on horses are at an advantage as they can see everything that goes on below them, preventing fights or public order to get more serious.
It is important the officer has good knowledge of first aid in case anyone is injured and very good knowledge on animal care and horses in order to ensure the highest possibility of safety for the officer herself/himself, the horse and the surroundings.

This is a centre in which pony trekking is available in;
Ashton Hall Equestrian Centre
Greater Manchester                                Ashton Old Hall Farm, Church Lane, Sale, M33 5QQ   

Tel: 0161 905 3160          Email: tom.davin@btconnect.com          Web: www.ashtonhallequestriancentre.co.uk
]]> 2016-09-30 10:37:31 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/127480215 adventurous activities in the public services o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131065061
The navy would be interested in applicants who were previously in the air training corps as the activities they provide for the cadets pass on a wide range of skills and discipline.

The police would be interested in applicants who were previously police cadets as they get involved in allot of police events and already will have learnt a good level of skill and discipline.

]]> 2016-10-17 08:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131065061 adventurous activities in the public services o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131066690 Participating in outdoor activities increases many skills such as:

-Self confidence, as when accomplishing something difficult for example walking up mountain, your confidence and self belief increases, this is very important in both the police force and the army.

-Teamwork skills will improve as you will start to communicate and motivate your team, while they do the same back, this links to the police as trust is needed between the officers in order to do a better job.

-Fitness is increased , doing things such as mountaineering, good fitness and strength is vital in the front line for both police officers and in the army.

-skill develops in many areas, police officers who want to be in the mounted unit may go to pony trekking to make sure that they are fully confident when on patrol, different activities develop different skills which could be used in a variety of ways throughout all the options available in the police force.

Enjoyment is developed as is starts to increase serotonin in your body, keeping you happy and increases health which is a combination of mental, physical and social well-being, and adventurous activities improves all three.
sense of achievement will increase which makes you more confident so in a job such as the police where you will be confronted by both good and bad people daily, it is important you remain confident in all the decisions you have made or are about to make to keep the respect of the public.]]> 2016-10-17 09:07:13 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131066690 Safety factors of outdoor adventurous activities: o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131633848 Health and safety:
This is to ensure that everyone stays safe and don't get injured or ill.
Any groups should stick together and everyone must have correct kit and equipment for example for rock climbing, ropes and other equipment are needed, for pony trekking, a helmet must be worn, for camping, enough food and drink (calories) should be brought to last the camp along with a tent, sleeping bag and a map.

Risk assessment:
Risk assessments are made when anticipating different thinks that could go wrong, and how to prevent them from causing damage, for example someone was planning to go hill walking on a rainy day, it would decrease risk of a cold if water proofs were worn.
and you may decide to take a different route up a hill which contains less risks of slipping.

First aid:
There must be a qualified first aider present with a first aid kit and full equipment encase of any injuries, for example falling off the pony while riding.

Staff qualifications:
Someone who is qualified in first aid and also if doing something like orienteering, camping, hill walking or rock climbing, having someone who already is good at map work reduces chances of getting lost and completing the aim of the task.

Correct clothing:
Walking boots are needed for camping, hill walking, rock climbing and also water proof clothing, warm clothing and also spare clothes for overnight. 
3 layers are needed, the base layer(vest), second layer(tight t-shirt or top close to skin), and the third layer( thick top or hoodie and waterproofs).
For pony trekking a helmet is required and also suitable footwear (horse riding boots).
as for orienteering it would depend on the location and weather.

Working with children including children's safety:
If a leader is leading they must be qualified and also responsible and well behaved as the actions of the leader or tutor will effect the amount that the children learn and even there own safety.

Disclosure and barring service (DBS):
a tutor or leader must be fully trusted in working with children therefor must not have a relevant criminal record which may be seen to put anyone taking part at risk.]]> 2016-10-18 20:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131633848 organisations and projects using adventurous activities: o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131654802 NCS (national citizen service):
This gives youths the opportunity to dig out there own potential, and build confidence in themselves, this benefits them in the future as it stays on their CV, giving them a big advantage when applying for jobs or part time jobs which makes them more responsible and capable.
It also gives young people something to do and keeps them occupied so they don't have the opportunity to even start to offend or break the law, as they will learn good secondary socialization instead of being peer pressured by friends to commit a crime.

Youth offending service:
The youth offending service takes in youths who have been in trouble with the police or have offended before, they are then given this opportunity, and through the activities they do, there fitness increases and so does there confidence, also giving them chances to get to know people who are like them and been through similar things may motivate them to lead a better life, this doesn't only benefit the youths themselves but also the society because there are less gangs causing public order, and also helps the police so they can focus on more serious crimes and recruit more officers with the money which would normally be taken up by youths in custody rooms, juvenile centers and youth offenders institutes and the amount of prison officers needed to work there.
it would reduce crime which would also benefit the government as more money will be available for other important things such as ambulances, the army, mental health hospitals.

]]> 2016-10-18 23:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131654802 o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131744091 In the army, soldiers are paid to take part in adventurous activities and, in the police there are opportunities to do adventurous activities with cadets, and also training areas for officers with horses.

another emergency service which requires adventurous activities is the mountain rescue service as they must have even better climbing skills as they will need to save a life so climbing needs to become like second nature.]]> 2016-10-19 11:51:54 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131744091 o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131745317 The volunteer police cadet scheme gets young people of the streets and involved in the police which reduces the amount of youth street crime.
In cadets you get involved in a variety of things such as duke of Edinburgh, police recruitment events, fundraising events, also allot of drill as it  improves discipline, it prepares people for the police if they hope to join by improving many skills such as teamwork and communication skills, it also looks very good on your CV and so does DofE.
also improving fitness like the army cadets and the air training corps.]]> 2016-10-19 11:58:02 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/131745317 o_habti https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/150491939 Hill walking]]> 2017-01-31 12:11:33 UTC https://padlet.com/o_habti/rwe37aha7cht/wish/150491939