SC Aquatics
SC 5d. Explain why swimming rescues should not be attempted when a reaching or throwing rescue is possible. Explain why and how a rescue swimmer should avoid contact with the victim.
A person struggling in the water is fighting for life. Unless you know what to do, the person might pull you under. Becoming tangled with someone struggling in the water can lead to serious trouble for you and the victim. Don't put yourself in danger
SC 8b. Explain what respect is due the flag of the United States.
Before sporting events and at other public gatherings, you might stand, remove your cap, and put your hand over your heart for the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” the national anthem.
While you are wearing your Scout uniform, greet the flag with a Scout salute. In fact, you should face the flag and salute whenever you see the flag being hoisted or lowered, when you pass it or it passes you, and during the playing of the national anthem.
Give the Scout salute as you recite the Pledge of Allegiance, too. Greet the flag when you are not in uniform by removing your hat, if you are wearing one, and placing your right hand over your heart.
Object in the eye
If something does get into someone's eye, encourage him or her not to rub it. Persons who wear contact lenses should remove them. Ask the person to blink the eyes rapidly. This might allow tears to wash the eye clear. Flushing the eyes with clean water from a faucet, cup, or water bottle can also clear a foreign particle from the eye.
SC 5c. Demonstrate a water rescue method by reaching with an arm or a leg
Be sure to stay low or hold on to a fixed object to keep from getting pulled in.
TF 5a. Explain the importance of the buddy system as it relates to your personal safety on outings and in your neighborhood. Use the buddy system while on a troop or patrol outing
During outdoor activities, including aquatics, Scouting uses the buddy system to help ensure everyone's safety. You and a buddy can watch out for each other during a campout by checking in now and then to be sure everything is all right.
Bite of a warm-blooded animal
Warm-blooded animals may have rabies, a deadly illness that can be spread through their saliva. For this reason, the person who was bitten must see a doctor who can determine whether to administer rabies shots.
As a first step, thoroughly wash the affected area with soap and water. Do not kill the animal unless necessary, and do not put yourself at risk by trying to catch the animal. Call the police, park rangers, or animal control officers, who are trained to do the job safely.
SC 5c. Demonstrate a water rescue method by reaching with a suitable object (Explain how you would)
...You might be able to reach a victim with your hand or foot, or with a pole, branch, canoe paddle, towel, deck chair, or whatever else is nearby. Be sure to stay low or hold on to a fixed object to keep from getting pulled in.
TF 5b. Describe what to do if you become lost on a hike or campout (4 Points of What to to When Lost)
If you think you are lost, stop where you are and follow the four steps that spell STOP.
WHAT TO DO WHEN LOST
One day you might accidentally wander off a trail and be unsure how to find it again. Perhaps you will take a wrong turn and not know which way to go. If you think you are lost, stop where you are and follow the four steps that spell STOP.
Stay calm. Sit down and have some water and something to eat. Breathe slowly and relax.
Think. Try to remember how you got where you are. If you have a map, open it and see what you can learn from the symbols and contour lines.
Observe. Look for your footprints in soft ground or snow. Notice any landmarks that can be clues to your location.
Plan. If you are convinced that you know which way to go to get back on track, move carefully.
Serious burns (partial thickness, or second-degree)
Treat a second-degree burn by placing the injured area in cool water or applying wet cloths until the pain improves. Allow the injury to dry, then protect it with a sterile gauze pad. Don’t apply butter, creams, ointments, or sprays. These are difficult to remove and might slow the healing process. Try not to break any blisters; doing so can increase the chance of infection.
SC 5c. Demonstrate a water rescue method by throwing lines and objects (Explain how you would)
A ring buoy or another object with a line attached to it is best, but either an object or a line can be used alone. If a ring buoy isn’t readily available, you could throw an air mattress, a life jacket, a paddle, a picnic cooler, or a rope.
SC 9b. Describe bullying; tell what the appropriate response is to someone who is bullying you or another person.
If you know someone is being hazed or bullied (either in the real world or online), stand up for what is right by defending him or her.
Sometimes it might seem easy to respond to someone’s poor behavior with angry words or physical force, but there are always better ways to handle difficult situations. When dealing with peer pressure, bullying, hazing, and other challenges, use the Scout Oath and Scout Law as reliable guides for making good decisions.
Heat exhaustion
1. Have the victim lie in a cool, shady place with feet raised. Remove excess clothing.
2. Cool the victim by applying wet cloths to the body and by fanning.
3. If the person is fully alert, let him or her drink some water. The key to treating heat exhaustion is rehydration.
Recovery should be rapid. If symptoms remain, call for medical help.
SC 5a. What precautions must be taken for a safe swim? (8 Points To Safe Swim)
Qualified Supervision
Personal Health Review
Safe Area
Response Personnel
Lookout
Ability Groups
Buddy System
Discipline
SC 9a Explain the three R’s of personal safety and protection.
Recognize: The first step in personal safety is recognizing situations that could potentially place an individual at risk, whether physically or emotionally.
Respond: Once a risk is recognized, knowing how to respond is crucial.
Report: The final step emphasizes the importance of reporting any incidents to a parent or another trusted adult.
Shock
Someone suffering from shock may have some, all, or none of the following signals.
- Restlessness or irritability
- Weakness
- Confusion, fear, and dizziness
- Skin that is moist, clammy, cool, and pale = A quick, weak pulse
- Shallow, rapid, and irregular breathing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Extreme thirst
Place a victim who is unconscious but breathing normally in the recovery position. This will help keep the airway open and prevent the person from choking on saliva, blood, or vomit. Do not move a victim if you suspect a head or neck injury.
1. Extend the person's lower arm in line with his or her body. Grasp the leg closest to you and bend it up.
2. Support the head and neck as you grasp the victim's hip and shoulder. Then slowly roll the person away from you so that he or she is lying on the side.
3. Continue to check the person's breathing until medical help arrives.