Know where the fire extinguishers are along with the first aid kit. Websites may be reproduced and used locally by scouting volunteers for training purposes consistent with the programs of the boy scouts of america bsa, the world organization of the scout movement wosm or other scouting and guiding organizations. Tell them that if they know this material, they will. Scoutingbsafirst aid merit badge wikibooks, open books. Just one of author buck tiltons many falconguides, this manual addresses a comprehensive listing of routine and emergency health crises. The scout could use the skills he has previously mastered to help him complete the requirements it should take him less time to do the explain, describe, and show. Bsa wilderness first aid manual boy scouts of america. It is a descendant of badenpowell s original handbook, scouting for boys, which has been the basis for scout handbooks in many countries, with some variations to the text of the book depending on each countrys codes and customs. First aid merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. Updated language throughout to reference scouts bsa rather than boy scouts. The scouts can make their own mini first aid kits using one of three types of containers. Wilderness first aid, or wfa, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available.
Training is available that will help adult leaders be prepared for anything from a minor burn to a serious medical. Scouts and scouters are always on the go in public places, in our communities, in parades, at service projects, and at camp. Review first aid information with some of these online first aid tests. More than 200 essential skills for medical emergencies in remote environments. Demonstrate to your counselor that you have current knowledge of all first aid requirements for tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks. Online version boy scouts of america boy scouts of. Course includes informationfilled slide presentation covering wilderness and remote first aid from a basic understanding of emergency response in an outdoor setting to specific. First aid is caring for injured or ill persons until they can receive professional medical care. Introduction to outdoor leader skills training helps leaders gain confidence in their abilitythrough handson, practical application of skills and proven methodsto influence growth in positive ways to achieve the purposes of the boy scouts of america.
Describe the conditions that must exist before performing cpr on a person. First aid, cpr, and wilderness first aid will you be prepared for an emergency. First aid merit badge with workbook pdf, current requirements, and resources. Heres a set of cards with signs, symptoms, and information from the boy scout first aid learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. Visit with a first responder or health care professional.
This comprehensive 16hour wilderness first aid course meets or exceeds the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines, 2017 edition. When working on merit badges, scouts and scouters should be aware of some vital information in the. An officiallylicensed boy scouts of america handbook. Based on the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines, this course aligns with oshas best practices for workplace first aid training programs. The requirements listed below are the current and official requirements of the boy scouts of america.
With some knowledge of first aid, you can provide immediate care and help to someone who is hurt or who becomes ill. Scoutbook boy scouts first aid merit badge requirements. The boy scouts of america provides the nations foremost youth program of character development and valuesbased leadership training, which helps young people be prepared. Quicky look up the latest merit badge requirements for all 8 merit badges by name or category. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of their printing schedules. Display and discuss its contents with your counselor. New best sellers top rated product name price set ascending direction.
How to triage, assess, and identify medical emergencies. Leadership planning as a leadership team, you may want to discuss the following items when choosing first aid as your program feature during your planning meetings. The required webelos first responder adventure helps cub scouts learn quite a bit about first aid. Prompt scouts to pursue additional first aid training, such as certification in cpr or wilderness first aid. Wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines core curriculum introduction time 30 minutes objectives upon completion of this lesson, the participant will be able to. How to make easy cub scout first aid kits cub scout ideas. Unfortunately, acts of violence, including what is known as an active shooter or ambush attack, could occur at or near some of these activities. In order to run a first response course, the trainer is required to be either an externally qualified first aid trainer, or hold a full first aid certificate and the scout association s presenting and facilitating modules. Camping updated information about webelos overnight camping. It is a great opportunity for scouts and adults to reinforce their first aid knowledge. Developed in conjunction with bsa curriculum for standardized wilderness first aid training, this pocketsized guide is a vital resource for backcountry travel.
In addition to traditional authorized provider agreements for training scouts and scouters, the new mou has a provision for fullservice training. Demonstrates how to do first aid for the first class rank in scouting. The requirements for the scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. Bsa camp health officer training 101 first aid log book the log book and other medical and hospital records should be retained by the council service center as long as required by state laws governing the filing of claims.
With knowledge of first aid, a scout can even save a limb or a life. First aid boys scouts of america merit badge series. Bsa has plenty of reference books to guide scouters and scout leaders including the cub scout history book, this years boy scout requirements book, leader guidebooks, and many more. Then demonstrate proper cpr technique using a training device approved by your counselor. In addition, the scout store also carries books on leathercrafting, activity books, comic books, etc. A bsaled task force developed a wfa training curriculum specifically for scouts and scouters to help them provide assessment and treatment miles from advanced care. Using this pamphlet, scouts will learn this important skill. Search and rescue sar merit badge, kayaking merit badge, welding merit badge. Being prepared for situations in which first aid training is required is a sign of a good scout. Report your findings to your counselor and scout leader. First aid boys scouts of america merit badge series boy scouts of america on.
First aid merit badge pamphlet boy scouts of america. Youth protection and adult leadership clarified language in the adult supervision and accommodations sections. Donna no, merit badge progress needs to be done while registered as a boy scout. Sports and wilderness first aid training courses red cross. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders may be hours or even days away. Boy scout handbook is the official handbook of scouts bsa.
It is important to remember that many providers offer wilderness first aid courses, but the courses vary in content, duration, accreditation, and other factors. The first aid oree is a fun competition where patrols from various troops in the district compete against each other by solving and acting out different first aid scenarios. In the scouting guide to wilderness first aid, current scouts, scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with timetested advice on how to safely identify, harvest, and use edible wild plants. This is defined as being an hour or more away from. Health officer training 19141 boy scouts of america. Louis area council would like to make sure you can answer yes to both of these questions. The boy scout handbook centennial timeline pamphlet. Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult cpraed certification. Alternative requirements for the tenderfoot rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the boy scout requirements book. Also, there is no requirement in the first aid merit badge to become certified by the red cross. Whether in the wilderness outdoors or a large city, situations will come up where a first aid kit accompanied with thorough training may make the difference between life and death. Scout skills simple first aid the scout association.
Scoutbook 2020 scouts bsa merit badge requirements. Participants will learn how to assess, treat, and when possible contain emergencies within the scope of their training. Click above for fillable troop meeting planning form. Teach another scout a firstaid skill selected by your counselor. Describe the difference between wilderness first aid and standard first aid.
It can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of emergencies, injuries, and illnesses. Show scouts the sections in the boy scout handbook that relate to this session. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of. At the end of the season, the record should be filed with the first aid log book and copies of submitted insurance claim forms. Explain what you included and how to use each item correctly. With helpers under your supervision, improvise a stretcher and move a presumably unconscious person.
First aid can help prevent infection and serious loss of blood. If a sick or an injured person must be moved, tell how you determine the best method. Articulate all course goals, requirements, and resources. Training in wilderness first aid will prepare you to safely participate in unit outdoor adventures and will qualify you to attend the national jamboree or any bsa high adventure base. Firstaid requirements for the tenderfoot, second class.
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