10 Tips for a Successful Team Challenge!

1. Visit the project

   familiarise yourself with the challenge venue and location to avoid any surprises on the day

2. Talk to the community organisation

   the visit is a great opportunity to talk through the tasks at hand and gain a better understanding of the impact they will make

3. Health and safety

   it is advisable to carry out a risk assessment when you visit the project. Think about insurance issues

4. Equipment

   be clear about the type of tools and equipment needed for the team challenge and agree who is responsible for providing them

5. Budget

   agree with the organisation how and when materials will be purchased and who will be responsible for this activity. Also agree how payment will be made

6. Clothing

   make sure the team are fully prepared for the team challenge by wearing the right clothes and shoes

7. Food

   Don't forget to plan this in advance. You might want to share with people from the organisation itself; you could ask about this when you visit the project

8. Be positive!

   it is important to keep morale levels high among the group, especially at the half way point when people may start to flag a little

9. Be sensitive to the people who use the project

   You may be working in close proximity to vulnerable adults or young people whose behaviour may be different to your own. You might be decorating or gardening at a residential centre - remember that this is someone's home

10. Have fun!

    This is a great opportunity to get to know others, learn new skills and find out a bit about a community group. Enjoy your time!