A Youth Count is a complex logistical exercise with many moving parts. It is important to remember that no count will be perfect. However, with adequate planning and foresight, implementing a successful count is possible. While some unforeseen circumstances out of your control may occur, always make the safety of youth and your volunteers your main priority. Potential risks can be mitigated through volunteer training and management. The following section provides guidance on how to manage and train volunteers, prepare for the day of the count, and conduct the count ethically and safely.