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Unit leaders accompanying Scouts on an outing are absolved of all responsibility when a professionally trained individual leads an activity.
False
Unit leaders need not be skilled in an activity that is being conducted by a professionally trained individual.
True
Unit leaders conducting an activity must be skilled in the activity and able to respond appropriately in an emergency.
True
Cub Scouts earn awards by which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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Boy Scouts earn awards by which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following must a boy accomplish to advance to Eagle Scout rank? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following is not an allowed activity for Cub Scouts?
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Which of the following is not an allowed activity for Boy Scouts?
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Which of the following is not an allowed Venturing activity?
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Drowning is a statistically significant cause of accidental death for 1- to 4-year-olds.
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Drowning follows car accidents as the second leading cause of accidental death for Scout aged youth.
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Because far more people swim at public pools than elsewhere, most drownings occur at supervised pools even with lifeguards on duty.
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List three contributory factors to drowning.
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Ultimate responsibility for safety rests with the unit member, not the unit leader.
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If adequate preventive steps are in place, an activity can safely proceed without emergency response plans.
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Risks can be managed but seldom completely eliminated.
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List three items common to all emergency action plans.
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BSA policies allow a single adult to supervise a den on a remote hike to a swimming beach provided older Boy Scouts are available to serve as lifeguards.
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A local tour permit is needed for an overnight trip within 100 miles.
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A national tour permit is needed for an overnight trip beyond 100 miles.
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Liability insurance is available to registered leaders through the local council.
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A ruling of negligence must establish that harm resulted.
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A ruling of negligence must establish the intent to harm.
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Good Samaritan laws protect a unit leader from charges of negligence.
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All swimming and boating activities require a current health history for every participant.
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Adults over age 40 require a medical evaluation within 12 months for all activities.
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Adults over age 40 require a medical evaluation for any event exceeding 72 hours.
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Which is the more common medical condition that will limit access to the water?
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Which of the following mandates exclusion from the water?
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Study Notes
Unit Leaders' Responsibilities
- Unit leaders retain responsibility unless professionally trained individuals are leading an activity.
- Leaders must possess skills in activities they conduct and respond effectively in emergencies.
- Being skilled is essential for unit leaders conducting activities.
Adventure and Awards for Scouts
- Cub Scouts earn awards through effort, meeting performance standards, and not necessarily competition.
- Boy Scouts must meet the same criteria for earning awards.
- To advance to Eagle Scout rank, a boy must achieve swimmer classification, swimming merit badge, and lifesaving merit badge.
Activity Restrictions
- Activities prohibited for Cub Scouts include driving in a motorboat, tubing on gently flowing water, and cliff diving.
- Boy Scouts cannot participate in cliff diving into deep water and driving a motorboat.
- Venturing activities disallowed include parasailing.
Drowning Statistics
- Drowning is a significant cause of accidental death in children aged 1-4 years.
- It is the second leading cause of accidental death for Scouts after car accidents.
- Most drownings occur at public pools, even with lifeguards present.
Drowning Contributory Factors
- Key factors leading to drowning include poor swimming skills, medical issues, unsafe areas, poor judgment, and inadequate supervision.
Safety Management
- Ultimate safety responsibility lies with the unit leader, not the participant.
- Activities require emergency response plans and cannot proceed solely on preventive measures.
- Risks can be mitigated, but cannot be wholly eliminated.
Emergency Action Plans
- Essential elements of emergency action plans include activation steps, leadership roles, communication methods, and equipment needs.
Permits and Insurance
- A local tour permit is required for overnight trips within 100 miles; beyond that, a national permit is needed for trips over 500 miles.
- Registered leaders can access liability insurance through the local council.
Negligence and Liability
- A negligence ruling necessitates evidence of resultant harm, and does not require intent to harm.
- Good Samaritan laws do not protect leaders from negligence charges.
Health and Medical Requirements
- All swimming and boating activities require participants to have a current health history.
- Adults over 40 need a medical evaluation for events exceeding 72 hours, while a general evaluation is not mandated for all activities.
- Certain medical conditions restrict water access, such as ear infections and cystic fibrosis.
Health Exclusions
- Conditions mandating exclusion from water activities include cystic fibrosis, medication to control seizures, and specific parental or physician instructions.
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This quiz explores the responsibilities of unit leaders in scouting, the criteria for earning various awards, and activity restrictions for different scout levels. It emphasizes the importance of skill and safety in conducting activities and the progression through scouting ranks. Test your knowledge about scouting standards and safety precautions!
