SERVICE

One or more organization-operated programs or activities that have a common general objective and deploy the organization's material and human resources in a planned and systematic manner. An organization that publicly promotes or identifies itself in writing as offering a service, is licensed to deliver a service, assigns personnel and/or space to a service, or allocates financial resources to a service is considered to offer that service.		  
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  HIGH-RISK ACTIVITIES

Activities, interventions, and procedures that interfere with a consumer's right to self-determination, involve risks about which a consumer should be informed, involve physical or psychological pain, or have the potential for harm to consumers or to the organization. Examples include: imposing locked seclusion, implementing physical restraints, administering psychotropic medications, handling the organization's finances, and other interventions that can be used only under controlled conditions and circumstances.		  
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Wilderness and Adventure-Based Therapeutic Outdoor Services
  
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PA-WT 15: High Risk Activity Requirements

 

The agency uses certified instructors and complies with applicable national, state, or local safety standards for the following activities:

  1. white water rafting, kayaking, or canoeing;
  2. snow and ice climbing or glacier travel;
  3. mountaineering, bouldering, and rock climbing;
  4. top rope climbing and rappelling;
  5. caving;
  6. river crossing;
  7. solo expeditions;
  8. activities involving flying, hang gliding, gliding, and parachuting; and
  9. other high-risk activities.
Interpretation: Agencies that offer any of the activities listed above must provide proof of accreditation, licensure, or certification with a nationally recognized authority for the activity being conducted to achieve COA accreditation.
NA The agency does not conduct any of the high-risk activities listed in the standard.
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PURPOSE: Youth who participate in Wilderness and Adventure-based Therapeutic Outdoor Services expand individual capabilities, develop self-confidence and insight, ameliorate symptoms, and improve interpersonal skills and relationships.
 
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