Rescuer
SA-8(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-8- Life Saver)
Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in doing rescue work in water, and the Scout’s knowledge of basic first aid necessary in rescuing a drowning person.
Should have knowledge about the syllabus of the Life Saver badge.
Demonstrate how to rescue a person drowning in mud or loose sand.
Demonstrate how to rescue an unconscious patient from house Fire, first floor.
Explane what are the action you have to take during a LP gas leak in your home.
Perform in water, four methods of rescue (one to be “uni grip”) and three of release from the clutch of a drowning person in water. The drowning subject, to be approximately the size of the rescuer, and to be carried at least 15 meters by each method.
Swim 50 meters in shirt and shorts, and undress without touching ground
Throw a life line within one yard of a small object 15 meters away. The thrower to be up to waist in water.
Should be able to explain how to Lead your team to deal with any type emergency.
Demonstrate CPR and recovery position. (A living person should not be used to demonstrate CPR) Understand what D.R.S.A.B.C. is (Danger, Response, Shout for help, Airway, Breathing and Circulation).
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