intentionally) in their own end zone, scoring two points for the defense. Share your report with your counselor. give out personal information such as my address, telephone 8a. Show your family members how to protect themselves and your With your parents and counselors permission and approval, arrange to meet with an architect at a construction site. Fire is a chemical reaction that occurs when oxygen and combustible (i.e. an analysis of possible hazards, proposed action to correct hazards, For example: a newspaper route, lawn mowing, sales of things you have made or grown. The architectural drawing may be a floor plan;electrical, plumbing, or mechanical service plan; elevation plan; or landscaping plan. endobj Climb at least three different routes on a rock face or climbing wall, demonstrating good technique and using verbal signals with a belayer. . 6c. Have your counselor evaluate and critique your prototype. Pioneering merit badge counselors, the following considerations provide additional guidance of special interest to them. Explain Develop a public presentation (such as a video, slide show, speech, digital presentation, or photo exhibit) about important and unique aspects of your community. qualified?qualified? Perform a forward shoot-the-duck until you are nearly stopped. stream 2023, Boy Scouts of America. Record your work in a game design notebook. Teach Scouts that the pledge to "help other people at all times" requires skill as well as goodwill. Discuss with your counselor the tips for online safety. 8. Choose 20 of your favorite images and mount them on poster board. Review and develop your family's fire prevention plan. in your home. 2. Execute the plan with others. Belay On is available online in PDF format at no cost to BSA members, who are free to use it in BSA programs for non-commercial [] 5 0 obj types of crimes and ways to avoid being a crime victim Review and develop your familys fire prevention plan. Construct a model showing corner construction of a wood-frame building to a scale of 112 = 10 (8:1 metric). Your email address will not be published. Discuss this choice with your counselor, and explain why this profession might interest you. Play it safe with these related ideas and achievements: Wilderness Survival Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA. (such as a theater, municipal building, library, supermarket, shopping 6a. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 8e. %PDF-1.3 Read each book. Increase self-confidence in Scouts so they will be able to act rationally in emergencies. 8. Participate in an organized bike tour of at least 50 miles. Swim continuously for 150 yards using the following strokes in good form and in a strong manner: front crawl or trudgen for 25 yards, back crawl for 25 yards, sidestroke for 25 yards, breaststroke for 25 yards, and elementary backstroke for 50 yards. Include the following in your report and, after the 14-day period, discuss what you have learned with your counselor. Review Explain the Maintain one or more reptiles or amphibians for at least a month. The "three R's" of Youth Protection convey a simple message for the personal awareness 5. Cardboard or flat sheet wood stock may be used for sheeting or flooring on the model. Building an engineering project. First find out the need for it. ONLINE: scoutingmagazine.org/contact Get approval before you start. Send Reminders to Scouts - At least 24 hours before each event. 6. b. You may stop for as many short rest periods as needed, as well as one meal, but not for an extended period (example: overnight). Design an inhabited base located within our solar system, such as Titan, asteroids, or other locations that humans might want to explore in person. Use a properly equipped canoe to demonstrate solo canoe handling:While paddling on one side only, paddle a 50-yard course making at least one turn underway and one reverse of direction. Aaron Derr is the senior editor of Aaron on Scouting and Scout Life magazine, and also a former Cubmaster and Scouts BSA volunteer. of our youth members: jawsjolly@gmail. Click here. Remember the following: Most cities have free waste drop-off or pick-up services where you can safely drop these items off. Tell how your community attempts to control the mosquito population and why. Use an architects scale and show dimensions to communicate the actual size of features. As a Scout, I sat through (and taught!) education, training, and experience required for thiseducation, training, and experience required for this Michael Freeman, an Eagle Scout, is an associate editor of Scout Life andScouting magazines. Teach your family Show you can do the following: Using a measuring tape, measure and draw the entry and its nearby area using a scale of 1/8 inch equals 1 foot on an 11-by-17-inch piece of paper. Safety and Risk Manager a. Tell your parents right away if you come across any information that Show all positions on a star chart or map. The second project may come from the pamphlet OR may be one you select on your own that has been approved by your counselor in advance. 1>$ ) :! and reasons for the correction you propose in each plan. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to ScoutSmarts with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. or other articles, facts, and statistics showing common types and checking with your parents. 4a. Explain how burn injuries can be prevented. Build and fly a fuel-driven or battery-powered electric model airplane. Burns are serious injuries, caused by heat, which can have a major effect on the body. endstream Certified Food Safety Manager For the purpose of this demonstration, use techniques that have little negative impact on the environment. Take photographs if allowed, and request brochures from your visit. Security Advisory System Also, remember thatScoutSmarts should just serve as yourstarting pointfor merit badge research. COPE AND CLIMBING SCOUTING COPE AND CLIMBING COPE and Climbing Resources Belay On Manual - The Belay On manual is a reference for challenge course and climbing programs operated within the BSA. types and causes of injuries in the home and in the workplace, and how 3b. A list of safe practices and safety devices currently used by your family, such as safety practices used while at home, while working, and while driving Do the following: Using a safety checklist approved by your counselor, make an inspection of your home. Pamphlet Stock (SKU) Number: able to catch fire) vapors interact. sd0/_wy>>o}o?->%B_s}?wy|w|}_w? fire, accident, or crime could change your family life. c. Facts you have obtained concerning the frequency of accidents and of Play in a scholastic (youth) chess tournament and use your score sheets from that tournament to replay your games with your merit badge counselor. Be sure you have your counselors approval before you begin. There are137 currently available merit badges, meaningI found137 supremely difficulttasks that introduce Scouts to a variety of skills, hobbies and careers. Some companies may also charge you money to pick up your waste, which Id only recommend if you have a ton of unsafe chemicals. 5c. 12a. Before we get started though, take a few minutes to watch the informative video (3:44) below and note down some of the most important points: Now that you know the importance of a home fire escape plan, as well as some key techniques thatll help you to escape a fire, lets briefly recap the most important points you must remember: You should be following each of the principles listed above when conducting your own home fire drill. Get your counselors approval, then photograph (digital or film) your topic. Before the exercise, describe your part to your counselor. Explain the steps individuals can take to help preventExplain the steps individuals can take to help prevent dentify four types of search and rescue teams and discuss their use or role with your counselor. can be corrected. * One long-term camping experience of up to six consecutive nights may be applied toward this requirement. 6a. 2011. Explain to your counselor what you saw there and what you learned about its function in the local community and how it serves this nation. PS: The article also links to my ultimate badge guides thatll help you to answer your merit badge worksheets! Make an emergency action plan for five family activities outside compliance with safety procedures for certain projects such as con-trolled access of participants, compliance with Safe Swim Defense for projects located over water, and adherence to the 6-foot height . 2. home from accidents, fire, burglary, robbery, and assault. To prevent fires in the household, its important to be aware of the conditions that make a fire most likely to occur. plural noun: safeties Under the supervision of a knowledgeable adult, solder three copper tube connections using a gas torch. Then do the following:Draw a home fire-escape plan, create a home fire-drill schedule, and conduct a home fire drill. ic_De C-2]`@95! Traffic Safety is a quick and easy five-requirement badge that'll help you learn driving skills that you'll use for life! profession. Correctly anchor the model using either the 1-1-1 anchoring system or the log and stake anchoring method. Do the following: To dispose of your own dangerous waste, Id recommend Googling Dispose of hazardous waste near me.. Shooting 30 arrows in five-arrow ends at an 80-centimeter (32-inch) five-color target at 10 yards and using the 10 scoring regions, make a score of 150. employment, or community.employment, or community. Explain the changes you observed. 12. 4b. This Workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you prepare to meet with your merit badge counselorMerit Badge Counselors may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks. Determine local rules and obtain permission from landowners and land managers in advance. Write a report on what you observed and learned at the facility. Make sure your vents are clear and that your HVAC ducts are free of any combustible material. Mount and show, in a purchased or homemade album, ONE of the following:A collection of 250 or more different stamps from at least 15 countries. All rights reserved. of yourself, your family, and your community. Respond when someone is doing something that goes against your gut or against the Explain what steps you have taken to comply with BSA Safety Afloat and the American Whitewater safety guidelines. Princess Anne b. Note: The site lists137, because Computers, discontinued Dec. 31, 2014, is still listed. Recognize that anyone could be a molester. Using motion picture shooting techniques, plan ONE of the following programs. 6c. If local fishing and health regulations allow, clean and cook a fish you have caught. After you know exactly what youre expected to complete for each requirement, follow along closely. Plan and weave EACH of the following projects:A square basket,A round basket,A campstool seat. Aaron on Scouting is the official site of Scouting magazine, a Boy Scouts of America publication. 3. Exploring Safety can be a fascinating youth adventure when done right. Assign one or more requirements that the scout can do at home, perhaps as a family activity. These products of combustion include heat, gases (like carbon monoxide), and particles (such as ash, smoke, and soot), which can be dangerous to humans when inhaled. Never light a match to try to burn away the gas. View current Safety Merit Bagde requirements and resources from the official Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge Hub The 7 Rarest, Strangest & Most Obscure Merit Badges In Scouts BSA. why this profession might interest you. At least one month beforehand you need to present your patrol plan for review, modifications and approval. Geocaching Merit Badge. Raise 20 chicks from hatching. The National Terrorism Finished your home safety survey with the help of a parent? Stairways, Halls, and Outdoor StepsBathroom Stairways with three or more steps have a strong handrail and slip resistant finish. Be sure to include why you chose that particular type of collecting and what you enjoy and have learned from your collection. Then sculpt in modeling clay (such as Plasteline or Sculpey) or carve/rasp in wood or soft stone a small-scale model of an animal or person. Among the aspects to consider in your evaluation are cost, usefulness, marketability, appearance, and function. Tell about the basic principles of digital techniques, and then build a digital circuit. Afterward apply cool, running water over the burn area for 10-15 minutes. The requirements to this merit badge are copyrighted by the Boy Scouts of America. Explain what the National Terrorism Advisory System is and how you would respond to each type of alert. Include one tee, two straight pieces, and one coupling. location of your school without your parents permission. Any noticeable burns should be covered with a clean, dry cloth until you can get proper medical attention. Earn an Open Water Diver Certification from a scuba organization recognized by the Boy Scouts of America scuba policy. Learn about three career opportunities in the field of safety. 8a. If you have Eagle-required merit badges to earn, you also should check out myDifficulty Ranking Guide to Every Eagle-required Badge. Discuss with your counselor the three R's of Youth Protection and how to recognize child abuse. Meaningful Field Trips will add much to the adventure here. Merit Badge You should make sure your smoke alarms are operational by testing them at least once per month. replacement for the often- Present evidence that you have cared for a pet for four months. Here are a few tips to help the patrol leader get started. 6b. Build a sales plan based on its good points. Advisory System is and how you would respond toAdvisory System is and how you would respond to As a solo paddler, use a properly equipped kayak to demonstrate the following: Paddle a straight line for 25 yards, make a sharp turn, and return 25 yards in a straight line. Coming prepared with a plan of action is very important to activity success. Each merit badge has at least one doozy asufficiently sized hurdle standing betweena Scoutand hisembroidered circle of pride. endobj Establish a baseline and then track and record your results for two weeks. Share your design with your counselor and explain the significance of your logo. Specialist modifier noun: safety accident, or crime could change your family life /Rotate 0 >> Do TWO of the following (with your parents permission) and share with your counselor what you have learned:Attend a world Scout jamboree. Join 12,053 people who get Aaron on Scouting in their inbox. The heat from the Summer months can cause blazes that are more difficult to put out due to the high temperature. Plan and complete a safety project approved by your counselor for your home, school, place of worship, place of employment, or community. Weave a belt, headband, place mat, or wall hanging. Pick one career and find out the Surprisingly, in the coldest months, December through February, the highest rates of home fires occur due to carelessness when decorating for the holidays. While I can't tell my past self what I know now, I can teach you all the smart Scouting knowledge that I wish I'd known when just starting out. endstream Plan Presentation 3 C. Study Hall 4 D. Homework 5 E. Field Trip 7. e. A list of safe practices and safety devices currently used by your family, 12 0 obj Rather than reading a good book with a cup of coffee in the afternoon, instead they cope with some harmful virus inside their . Write a plan for a backpacking trek of at least five days using at least three different campsites and covering at least 30 miles. Rs of Youth Protection and how toRs of Youth Protection and how to Then mail it in to the address at the bottom or email it to merit.badge@scouting.org. 6a. 4a. Then, with your parents permission and your counselors approval, put your logo on Scout equipment, furniture, ceramics, or fabric. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 4a. 5b. 7. Make one of the following instruments: wind vane, anemometer, rain gauge, hygrometer. people or is against the law. The "three R's" of Youth Protection Make a wave generator. 3. Similarities & 6a. Introduce Scouts to public safety professionals. Look at and study a place of worship or school grounds to find the place where most people arrive by bus or car. Interview a traffic law enforcement officer in your community to identify what three traffic safety problems the officer is most concerned about. Discuss this choice with your counselor, and explain why this profession might interest you. While there, keep a journal documenting your day-to-day experiences. 9a. Great work . Newspaper and other stories, facts, and statistics showing common With your parents permission and under the supervision of your merit badge counselor or a counselor-approved qualified person, use the planning steps you learned in requirement 6 and the preparations you completed in requirement 7 to personally undertake an actual expedition to an area you have not previously explored. 6. The nicer weather leads more people to cook outdoors during these spring months. Showing reasonable control while using two skis, one ski, or a wakeboard, do EACH of the following:Show you can cross both wakes four times and return to the center of the wake each time, without falling. Although most fires occur outdoors, the fires that typically cause the most injuries, deaths, and financial loss are those in residential areas. If the hot liquid gets absorbed by your clothing, immediately remove the clothing or add cold water over the hot spot. Every second counts when responding to a fire, so read this section carefully! Improvise a natural shelter. a ton of fire safety seminars but never once thought to get the actual badge. If you see something unsafe, say something right away! cannot be an individual, though exceptions can be made, such as an elderly person able to live at home but unable to keep their property safe or visually appealing, raising the project's scope beyond that individual person. Volunteer with a program or agency for eight hours. 2.2. Review your familys emergency action plan for fire in your home. We'll send an email every time we post a new story, and you can unsubscribe any time. Plan and complete a safety project approved by your counselor for your home, school, place of worship, place of employment, or community. Track your actual income, expenses, and savings for 13 consecutive weeks. Create a blog and use it as an online journal of your Scouting activities, including group discussions and meetings, campouts, and other events. A paragraph or more, written by you, explaining how a serious endobj Confirm that they can assist with the Field Trip Requirements. Carefully notate all "Prerequisites", Supplies needed, costs, homework, etc. the service provider. Scalds are burns from hot liquids or steam that often occur when cooking. 4b. This page was last edited on 6 October 2019, at 20:04. He/She will use this opportunity to meet with scouts either individually are as a group to review your activities, study worksheets, knowledge and accomplishments before signing off your Merit Badge Blue Card. Winter Camping Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA. 1260 0 obj <<13bee7263aeb002ff01902ca6499b774>]>>stream 14 0 obj You definitely deserve a break at this point; give yourself a huge pat on the back! Reserve your Event Dates. Before you can hold an actual family fire drill though, youll need to draft out your own home fire-escape plan. Once youre ready to continue on to part 2 of the Fire Safety merit badge (Requirements 6d-13) Click here! identity theft. AMERICAN FOOTBALL 8a5. See them all here. As you develop these plans with family members, share with them facts about the common causes of fire in the home, such as smoking, cooking, electrical appliances, and candles. As weve already learned about the dangers that fire poses, now its time to get prepared! << /Type /Page /Parent 4 0 R /Resources 7 0 R /Contents 5 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 387 576] Make a freshwater aquarium. The requirements for the Safety merit badge help Scouts understand how they can prevent accidents and crime. Make an emergency action plan for five family activities outside the home (at your place of worship, at a theater, on a picnic, at the beach, and while traveling, for example). Each scout can explore topics from American Business to Woodworking as they have interest. Learn about three career opportunities in the field of safety. Scouts inspect their home for hazards. electrical appliances, and candles. 3. Show reflection and refraction of waves. (at your place of worship, at a theater, on a picnic, at the beach, and while Some things to look out for include working smoke alarms, debris-free vents, and clear exit paths. Discuss with your counselor the three R's of Youth Protection Be sure to include the driveway and the wall and door where people enter the school or place of worship. Show your family members how to protect themselves and your home from 5a. If you are using digital images, you may create a slide show on your computer or produce printouts for your poster board. Classify each specimen to the best of your ability, and explain how each one might have survived and obtained food. To reduce the harm of burn injuries after catching fire, its also important to thoroughly examine the skin after cooling down. (cont. Show your family members how to protect themselves and your home from accidents, fire, burglary, robbery, and assault. Safety Merit Badge Pamphlet; Scout uniform; Supporting documentation or project work pertinent to the Safety merit badge, which may also include a merit badge workbook for reference with notes; A positive Scouting focus and attitude; If you are unfamiliar with the Blue Card Process, please read and understand the Scoutmaster Bucky Blue Card . Rescue Young children can unintentionally light fires, unaware of the damages they can cause. Conduct a home safety survey with the help of an adult. Learn about 3 career opportunities inRequirement 8 - Learn about 3 career opportunities in these injuries could be prevented 40 4a. 4a. Who knows I hope youll never need to use it, but it might just come in handy! 2016. In some locations, death resulting from an arson can legally make the arsonist guilty of murder. VDEM. Its important to take careful precautions when storing flammable liquids. :). Scouts also investigate careers related to safety. stream Cookies help us deliver our services. Neckerchief slides: Whats your go-to look? Collect and identify 50 foreign coins from at least 10 different countries. Read a biography (with your counselors approval) of someone who has made a contribution to Americas heritage. This list is more than just a fun exercise. 3. Plan and complete a safety project approved by your counselor for your home, school, place of worship, place of employment, or community. Build a model of a nuclear reactor. This site is made to support Scouts, Scoutmasters, and Scouting families. Contents 1 A. used by the US Department of Do TWO of the following:Plant 100 trees, bushes, and/or vines for a good purpose. Hopefully, you'll learn a few things along the way and make the best of your time in Scouting. Ponder each of the sections below - what still study, where will you go, what will you do, when will you start and finish? 4c. Ask the architect to bring drawings that the builder uses to construct the building. Using proper call signs, Q signals, and abbreviations, carry on a 10-minute real or simulated amateur radio contact using voice, Morse code, or digital mode. 8. for this profession. Printable requirements for Safety Merit Badge, Printable checkoff sheet for Safety Merit Badge, Printable note sheet for Safety Merit Badge, Printable checkoff sheet for all Scouts BSA merit badges. 2. 5f2. Required fields are marked *. each type of alert.each type of alert. However, fires are more likely to spread in warmer conditions, so the Summer months are when outdoor fires are most common. Heres a great printable home fire escape plan that you can use to draw a map of your house. Then prepare 2d. Take extreme caution when cooking outdoors so that you avoid lighting dead vegetation with any stray sparks. Then, as a minimum, modify the code or add a function or subprogram to it. (OR: 9b. a play in which the offense downs the ball (by action of the defense, or Using a safety checklist approved by your counselor, make an inspection of your home. Follow up after the service has been completed and determine the customers satisfaction. Roughly one out of every four fires in the United States are started by arson, and it is the second-leading cause of fire-related deaths. Bush administration in 2002. Read the above paragraph one more time. Maybe you have knowledge that, people have search hundreds times for their chosen readings like this Safety Merit Badge Powerpoint, but end up in harmful downloads. Maritime Health Safety & Environmental Afterward, use the tours cue sheet to make a map of the ride. Kuxomi2}eT Contact the destination venue. Sell your services such as lawn raking or mowing, pet watching, dog walking, snow shoveling, and car washing to your neighbors. 3. Get Scoutmaster Assistance as necessary. endobj To earn this badge a Scout must, among other things, explain what it means to be safe, plan for emergencies, and learn about career opportunities in the field. you feel uncomfortable. 6. These combustible vapors are usually created through heat, as substances heated to a certain temperature will become vapor. After completing requirement 7d to your counselors satisfaction, with your counselors assistance, check local laws to determine what you should do with the specimens you have collected. Discuss this choice with your counselor, and explain Start reading! 5. << /ProcSet [ /PDF ] /XObject << /Fm2 12 0 R >> >> District Scouts inspect their home for hazards. Include information about the history, cultures, and ethnic groups of your community; its best features and popular places where people gather; and the challenges it faces. Make a time line of the history of environmental science in America. Take part for one season (or four months) as a competitive individual or as a member of an organized team in TWO of the following sports: baseball, basketball, bowling, crosscountry, field hockey, football, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, table tennis, tennis, volleyball, water polo. 9a. About Merit Badges You can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn merit badges. 7. Safety Scout's Name: _____ Safety - Merit Badge Workbook Page. 'Patrol Leader Merit Badge Planning Guide for the Safety Merit Badge, *** Activities for the Youth Lead Patrol ***. 7x1.MokF^?x(tg.az1,jBB7j~M jiEy):5]=FFLqhn1'zX@C#k`I0^),Z-?>8ei5b&@ 7a3b. 7. Then, you should identify 2 or more possible escape routes, from each room, to use in case of an emergency. Discuss what you learned with your counselor. 4. Food Safety Specialist Explain how to properly dispose of the used oil and filter. 35944 8b. They also learn how to be aware of things like fire exits and alert to dangerous situations when they are doing activities elsewhere. Heres a great home safety checklist you can use for your own survey! and explain why this profession might interest you.and explain why this profession might interest you. 5d4. Do them correctly, at ease, and in harmony with the horse:Walk the horse in a straight line for 60 feet. The chart can be printed full size on an 11"x17" sheet, at a reduced scale on a standard letter size (8.5"x11") page, or oversize as a poster on a 22"x34" sheet (as a substitute . Identify any hazards found and explain how these can be corrected. Identify any hazards found and how these 4b. Smoke alarms are important tools for alerting sleeping households of fires. you propose in each plan. your family, such as safety practices used while at home, while
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