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Guide to Safe Scouting


Guide to Safe ScoutingThe Guide to Safe Scouting prepares adult leaders to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. The policies and guidelines have been established because of the real need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through 90-plus years of experience. Limitations on certain activities should not be viewed as stumbling blocks; rather, policies and guidelines are best described as stepping-stones toward safe and enjoyable adventures. All volunteers participating in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting.

 

In situations not specifically covered in this guide, activity planners should evaluate the risk or potential risk of harm, and respond with action plans based on common sense, community standards, the Boy Scout motto, and safety policies and practices commonly prescribed for the activity by experienced providers and practitioners.

 

The Guide to Safe Scouting is available in two formats:

  • One for reading on-line - this version is divided into chapters and includes a search engine.
  • Another for reading off-line - the entire publication is presented in PDF format.

 

Youth Protection

The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. All adult volunteers must be familiar with the principles of Youth Protection. A wide array of traiing opportunities for Youth Protection are available. Click on the image to the right to learn more about Youth Protection Training.

 

 

If you suspect child abuse, please report it immediately to the Council Scout Executive, Lou Salute. Lou can be reached at (800) 333-7905, Ext. 223 or via e-mail at salute@ctyankee.org.

 

Click here for more information on Child Abuse Reporting Requirements

 
 

Click here for information on State of Connecticut reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect

 

Tour Plan

 

Effective March 1, 2011, what are currently known as the local and national tour permits will be replaced by what will be called the Tour Plan. The online tour permit system will NO LONGER be available.
 

The following is the definition of the tour plan in the language of Scouting: “Units complete this form when planning for local, national or international adventures. The plan helps ensure the unit is properly prepared, that qualified and trained leadership is in place and that the right equipment is available for the adventure.”

Defined reasons and times when a Tour Plan must be submitted for council review:

  1. Trips that are outside the Connecticut Yankee Council territory and are not going to a Connecticut Yankee Council owned camp property
  2. Trips to any national high-adventure base, National Scout Jamboree, National Order of
    the Arrow Conference or regionally sponsored event
  3. When conducting the following activities outside of council or district events:
      • Aquatics activities (swimming, boating, floating, scuba, etc.)
      • Climbing or rappelling
      • Orientation flights (process flying plan)
      • Shooting sports
      • Any activities involving motorized vehicles as part of the program (snowmobiles,
        boating, etc.)
      • Please note that this means that even if you are within council borders, you must file a tour plan if you plan to participate in the above activities.

4.   Electronic signatures will NO LONGER be accepted.

5.  Tour Plans MUST BE submitted at least two weeks prior to your trip!

 

You may submit your Tour Plans in the following manner:

Mail or hand deliver: 60 Wellington Road, Milford, CT 06461

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your district executive.

  

Health and Medical Records

Effective January 1, 2011, BSA has introduced a new Annual Health and Medical Record (form 680-001), replacing form 34605 as well as  former Class 1, 2, and 3 forms, which were phased out in 2009.  Download the new form here.

 

BSA National Resources

The Boy Scouts of America has assembled all Health & Safety Resources onto one web page, which includes links to manuals, training programs, forms, and awards. The web page also includes important, up to date, safety alerts.