• plan ahead and keep people informed

• check that personnel registration forms are complete - personal details, medical conditions and emergency contact numbers

• discuss the day's activities - work teams, time frames, tea/lunch and OH&S

• ask experienced workers to help new volunteers

• organise group into work teams of 2 to 4 people

• allocate tasks

• organise and distribute safety equipment and tools

• after work debrief and check tools have been returned