Two-Deep Leadership Supervision Audit

Verifies that no adult is alone one-on-one with a minor and that two unrelated adults are present during all youth program interactions, per BSA Youth Protection and organizational two-deep leadership policy. Used by youth protection officers to confirm supervision compliance at activities, meetings, and events.

Audit Setup and Activity Details

• Date and time of audit
  Record the exact date and time the audit observation began.
• Activity or event name
  Enter the name of the meeting, activity, camp session, or event being audited (e.g., 'Troop 42 Weekly Meeting', 'Summer Day Camp – Session 3').
• Location / venue
  Full address or named facility where the activity is taking place.
• Auditor name and role
  Name and title of the person conducting this audit (e.g., Youth Protection Officer, Unit Commissioner).
• Total number of minors present at time of audit
  Count all participants under 18 years of age present at the start of the audit.
• Total number of adults present at time of audit
  Count all adults (18+) present in a supervisory or leadership capacity at the start of the audit.

Adult Roster and Background Check Verification

• A current adult roster listing all supervising adults is available on-site
  The roster must include full legal names, registration/volunteer ID numbers, and role designations for every adult present.
• All supervising adults have a current, approved background check on file
  Verify against the organization's background check registry. No adult with a lapsed, pending, or denied background check may supervise minors.
• All supervising adults have completed Youth Protection Training within the required renewal period
  Confirm training completion dates are current (typically within 2 years per BSA policy; verify your organization's requirement). Training records must be accessible on-site or via the organization's digital registry.
• Number of adults whose Youth Protection Training is expired or not on record
  Enter 0 if all adults are current. Any value above 0 requires immediate corrective action and removal of non-compliant adults from supervisory roles.
• Adults are identifiable to minors and parents (e.g., name badges, vests, lanyards)
  All supervising adults should be visually distinguishable in their leadership role.

Two-Deep Leadership — Physical Supervision Compliance

• At least two registered, unrelated adults are present in every space where minors are gathered
  Conduct a physical walkthrough of all rooms, outdoor areas, restroom corridors, and activity zones. Confirm two unrelated adults are visible and present in each occupied space.
• No adult is observed alone one-on-one with a minor in any enclosed or isolated space
  Check all rooms, hallways, storage areas, vehicles, and outdoor perimeter zones. A single adult with a single minor in any space — even briefly — constitutes a two-deep leadership violation.
• If breakout groups or sub-activities are occurring, each group has two unrelated adults present
  Verify that splitting into smaller groups does not result in any group having fewer than two unrelated adult supervisors. Mark N/A if no breakout groups are in use.
• Restroom and changing area supervision protocol is in place and being followed
  Adults must not enter restrooms or changing areas occupied by minors of the opposite sex. Buddy systems or timed check-ins must be in place. Confirm the protocol is posted and observed.
• Transportation arrangements (if applicable) comply with two-deep leadership — no adult driving alone with a single minor
  If vehicles are in use, confirm each vehicle carrying minors has at least two adults OR that a minor's own parent/guardian is the sole adult with their own child only. Mark N/A if no transportation is occurring.
• All activity areas are arranged to maintain open visibility (no opaque barriers blocking adult-to-youth sightlines)
  Rooms and outdoor zones should be configured so adults can observe all minors. Doors to rooms with minors should remain open or have vision panels.
• Describe any supervision gaps or borderline situations observed during the walkthrough
  Document any areas where two-deep coverage was marginal, temporarily lapsed, or required immediate correction. Enter 'None observed' if fully compliant.

Electronic and Remote Communication Controls

• All adult-to-minor electronic communications (text, email, social media) are conducted on group channels visible to at least one other adult
  Private one-on-one messaging between an adult and a minor is prohibited. Group chats, parent-copied emails, or organization-managed platforms must be used.
• Organization's digital communication policy is posted and accessible to all adults and parents
  The policy should specify approved platforms, prohibited behaviors, and reporting procedures.
• Virtual/online meetings (if applicable) have at least two unrelated adults present as hosts or co-hosts
  For video-based program sessions, two-deep leadership applies equally. Confirm meeting host logs or screenshots confirm dual adult presence. Mark N/A if no virtual meetings are in scope.
• Adults are not connected to individual minors on personal social media accounts
  Verify through policy attestation or spot-check. Adults should only connect with youth via official organization channels.

Incident Reporting and Youth Protection Awareness

• Youth protection reporting procedures are posted in a visible location at the activity site
  Posting should include the organization's internal reporting contact, local child protective services number, and law enforcement non-emergency line.
• All adults on-site can verbally identify the designated Youth Protection Officer or point of contact for this event
  Spot-check by asking two or more adults who they would contact if they observed a two-deep leadership violation or suspected abuse.
• No unreported youth protection incidents or concerns are known to be pending from this activity
  Ask the lead adult supervisor directly. Any known pending concern must be documented and escalated before the audit is closed.
• Minors have been informed of their right to report concerns and the identity of a trusted adult contact
  Confirm through program agenda, posted signage, or verbal confirmation from the lead adult that youth have been briefed on reporting.
• Overall youth protection awareness rating of adults observed during this audit
  Rate the general awareness and culture of youth protection compliance observed among adults at this activity.

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

• Total number of critical deficiencies identified during this audit
  Enter 0 if no critical items failed. Any critical deficiency requires immediate corrective action before the activity may continue.
• Summary of all deficiencies and assigned corrective actions
  List each deficiency by section and item name, the corrective action required, the person responsible, and the target completion date. Enter 'No deficiencies identified' if fully compliant.
• Photo documentation of any observed supervision gaps or non-compliant arrangements
  Attach photos supporting any deficiency findings. Photos should not capture minors' faces without parental consent — focus on spatial arrangements, signage, or rosters.
• Lead adult supervisor acknowledgment signature
  The senior adult supervisor on-site must sign to acknowledge receipt of audit findings and responsibility for corrective actions.
• Auditor signature and certification
  The youth protection auditor certifies that this inspection was conducted accurately and completely.