The insurance that we have through Campbell Irvine Direct will cover us for all aspects of the expedition that are included within our itinerary.
You were advised earlier to ensure that you do not take any items of significant financial or sentimental value with you to Borneo. I would like to reinforce that advice as personal possessions are not covered by the trip insurance. Any item such as an iPod that is lost on the trip would have to be claimed through your parents' home contents insurance - you may wish to ask them to check what cover you have for items which are lost out of the country.
The bottom line is - do not take anything of significant value away with you but more importantly do remember that it is your responsibility to look after all your possessions at all times.
I would also like to reiterate that if a member of our expedition group has a medical concern that was pre-existing and not declared to the insurer before our departure, they may not be covered. If you are concerned about this or your medical circumstances have changed since the original application, you MUST contact Campbell Irvine directly on the number below.
Campbell Irvine Insurance "Medical Screening Helpline"
Enquiries on additional cover or pre-existing conditions -
0844 826 2686
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Code of Conduct
At the Parents' Night on Wednesday 1st September, a code of conduct will require to be agreed to and signed by both pupils and parents. We will leave the bulk of the items for you to read in the document on Wednesday evening but we want to highlight three items through this blog and draw them to your attention. We think that they will be pretty obvious to you and will come as no surprise.
Firstly, we are travelling on this expedition as a group under the care and responsibility of the staff of the school and the leaders from Outlook Expeditions. Pupils will not at anytime go off by themselves or as a small group. Staff must know at all times where people are and what they are doing.
Secondly, there will be no smoking or carrying of tobacco products on this trip. The rules of our school extend to this trip.
Thirdly, there will be no consumption of alcohol or illegal substances on this trip. Again, school rules apply to our trip.
We hope that you understand our reasons behind these rules, and the other ones in the Code of Conduct. Like you, we all want this trip to be highly successful.
Firstly, we are travelling on this expedition as a group under the care and responsibility of the staff of the school and the leaders from Outlook Expeditions. Pupils will not at anytime go off by themselves or as a small group. Staff must know at all times where people are and what they are doing.
Secondly, there will be no smoking or carrying of tobacco products on this trip. The rules of our school extend to this trip.
Thirdly, there will be no consumption of alcohol or illegal substances on this trip. Again, school rules apply to our trip.
We hope that you understand our reasons behind these rules, and the other ones in the Code of Conduct. Like you, we all want this trip to be highly successful.
Parents' Evening
The final Parents' Evening before we leave for Borneo will take place on Wednesday 1st September 2010 at 7.30 pm in the Library. This will allow us to pass on the final arrangements for the trip and get the necessary documentation completed. There will also be an opportunity to ask any last minute questions! It is essential that you and at least one parent/guardian attend this event.
Next Group Meeting
A reminder that the next Borneo group meeting will take place on Wednesday 25 August at 1.15 pm in room 132.
PADI Open Water Theory Dates
A reminder that we have to complete approximately 8 hours of scuba-diving theory before we leave for our trip. We have arranged to cover this in 3 sessions. The dates for these are as follows:* Wednesday 1st September 2010 - 4.30 pm to 7.00 pm
* Tuesday 7th September 2010 - 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm
* Thursday 16 September 2010 - 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm
All lessons will take place in the school Library. Attendance is essential.
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Next Group Meeting
A reminder that the next Borneo group meeting will take place on Wednesday 18 August at 1.15 pm in room 132.
Saturday, 26 June 2010
Immunisation Information
The following information will be required when visiting your GP for immunisation advice:
Destination:
Continent – Asia
Country – Malaysian Borneo (Sabah)
Remember, Borneo is made up of 3 parts. You must say you are going to Malaysian Borneo and mention Sabah.
Accommodation:
Camping in basic jungle shelters/lodges (during jungle orientation)
Youth hostels (for the rest of the trip)
Activities:
Jungle orientation
SCUBA diving - Semporna
NHS immunisation advice was given in the expedition leaflet you received at Training Day 2. I recommend you take this leaflet with you when you visit your GP.
You should also check the following website for additional information:
www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk
Destination:
Continent – Asia
Country – Malaysian Borneo (Sabah)
Remember, Borneo is made up of 3 parts. You must say you are going to Malaysian Borneo and mention Sabah.
Accommodation:
Camping in basic jungle shelters/lodges (during jungle orientation)
Youth hostels (for the rest of the trip)
Activities:
Jungle orientation
SCUBA diving - Semporna
NHS immunisation advice was given in the expedition leaflet you received at Training Day 2. I recommend you take this leaflet with you when you visit your GP.
You should also check the following website for additional information:
www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk
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