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SA-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1-Linguist)
Objective: - Be able to show a fairly good skill in one language other than the Scout’s Own language.
Pass the following tests in any language other than his own.
Carry on a conversation lasting 15 minutes. The conversation to include some of the words in the basic Scout vocabulary such as the words for Scout, Patrol, Camp, tent, camp fire, Troop etc.
Write a letter of at least 300 words, dealing with one of the several topics given by the examiner.
Read aloud intelligibly, and give an approximate translation (without the help of a dictionary) of a paragraph of average difficulty from a book, news paper or a periodical.
SA-2(Corresponding badge for under 14yrs 6 months – JA-2-Missioner)
Objective: - Be able to explain what Public health generally means and be able to use such knowledge to safe guard health of campers at a camp.
Pass or have passed the Missioner Badge
Know what is meant by public health- what it is and how it has developed.
Have a general knowledge of the functions of the human body and how it works
Have a knowledge of the modern methods of disease prevention
Have knowledge on Communicable diseases & the ways of preventing those
Know the rules of healthy living in camp and construct to a high degree of efficiency:- a camp incinerator; a properly screened and fitted latrine; a camp urinal; a grease pit; a camp larder, proof against flies etc.
Know how to improve and safeguard his own personal health
Understand the dangers of infectious and contagious diseases, and the measures taken by the authorities to prevent their occurrence.
Describe the methods used in his local authorities to ensure sanitary storage, collection and destruction of house refuse and understand the importance of such measures.
Understand the importance of waste segregation (compost, plastic, glass etc.)
SA-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-6- Guide)
Objective: - Show is ability and interest in exploring areas not known to the Scout previously
Pass or have passed the Guide Badge
Demonstrate that he has thoroughly explored an area of at least 2 KM radius by submitting logs of expeditions for two of the following specific objectives
Following all foot paths, and waterways shown in past and present maps, and reporting on their existence and present condition
Prepare a full report on agriculture and industries of the locality and the use to which the land is put.
Making a full report on the history of the locality, giving particulars and history of antiquities and places of special interest and the extent to which it has changed or altered by modern developments including advertisements etc.
Prepare a full report on soil , trees shrubs, flowers birds and animals found in the area.
Making a full report on not less than five KM of navigable river or canal, including tides, channels , shoals or mud banks, local rules and customs and any regulations affecting the use of waterways by the Scouts . The report to include full details of two camp sites adjacent to mooring places in the area.
NOTE: The logs submitted will give the distances covered and be accompanied by explanatory sketches, maps and photographs. Examiner should at all times take precautions that can happen from water to the Scout when working in close proximity to water areas.
SA-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-4-Signaler)
Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in Morse and Semaphore signaling, including speed and accuracy.
Should have knowledge about the syllabus of the Signaller badge
Send and receive a message of not less than 150 letters at rate 9 in Semaphore(45 letters per minute)
Send and receive a similar message in Morse:- on buzzer at rate 8(40 letters per minute). By torch or lamp at rate 6(30 letters per minute)
Demonstrate that he knows a recognized procedure when sending and receiving messages
Improvise at least 2 methods of sending a message (One Morse and one Semaphore) at least ½ KM at over rate 4(20 letters per minute)
NOTE: 90% accuracy to be required in all tests. Outdoor sending and receiving stations to be a minimum of 150 meters apart. Buzzer stations to be in two separate rooms.
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Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in Radio communication and Radio Telegraphy including speed and accuracy.
Should have knowledge about the syllabus of the Signaller badge
Explain phonetic alphabet and communication abbreviations.
Demonstrate how to pass and receive a message through a radio communication set from a distance.
Send & record a message through Radio Telegraphy method not less than 100 words.
Demonstrate how to maintain, change batteries and recharging procedure of Radio communication set
What is communication network and how to use communications sets during an emergency situation.
What are the alternative communication methods during an emergency in case of mobile and land line communication failure?
SA-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-3- Fire Fighter)
Objective: - Be able to demonstrate the skill in using equipment used to extinguish fires, and explain how he could be of use in controlling a serious fire.
Pass or have passed the Fire Fighter badge
Have a knowledge of the emergency numbers of important agencies related to the incident of fire in your area and how to inform same incident to the Fire e in your area and how to inform same incident to the Fire service, ambulance service, hospital, police station, Military camp etc.
Know the dangers and understand the fire precautions at home, relating to wood fires, kerosene stoves, electricity, electric appliances, fuses, petrol, storage of material, fireworks, candles, bottle lamps ,etc.
Know the dangers of fire at camp and what precautions should be taken .
Explain the methods of rescue used in different situations. Explain and demonstrate crawling with an unconscious person, rescue by ladder and lowering by line.
Demonstrate how to lift and walk with an unconscious person using the Fireman’s lift.
Know the causes of different types of fires, and how to deal with an outbreak of fire. Know and demonstrate the functions and proper use of different types of fire extinguishers. Demonstrate the use of a mat for beating or smothering a fire
Demonstrate how to use a fire hose, including connecting it to a hydrant
Be able to answer questions on the workings of a Fire Station and the use of equipment carried on fire engines etc.
SA-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-5-Cyclist)
Objective: - Be able to use a bicycle or any other vehicle with regard to safety of himself and others, carry out simple repairs.
Own or have the use of a bicycle, scooter, motor cycle or a car.
Demonstrate that he knows the high way code and be able to read a road map.
Be able to carry out running repairs to the bicycle, scooter, motor cycle or the car.
Write a message from dictation, and deliver it at a point at least five KM away indicated only by map reference.( Examiner should take precautions when the Scout uses a scooter/motor cycle /Car for this. This should always be done under proper supervision and in a safe environment)
Understand what action he must take in case of an accident, such as reporting to parents, police etc.
Know first aid up to Chief Commissioner's Award
SA-9(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-9- Coxswain)
Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to take charge of a small sailing boat or a motor boat and go on an expedition of 48 hours.
Pass or have passed the Coxswain badge
Be able to reads a sea chart, plot a position by three methods and lay off a course making allowances for variations and deviation of the compass and tidal set
Know the different types of Buoys, light houses and light vessels in general use, and the usual danger, storm and fog signals. Discuss Beaufort wind and Sea Scales
Understand the use of a Barometer in fore casting weather
Know the proper gear that should be carried in a sailing boat to ensure the safety of the vessel under all conditions.
Organize and take charge of a Patrol expedition of 48 hours minimum duration in a boat. Journey to a point at least 10 KM from start and return Keep a log showing course and distances. Route to be prepared by candidate with proper reference to tides etc.
Read mariner’s Compass marked in points and degrees and be able to estimate roughly (using chart and tide table) the depth of water and state of the tide.
Demonstrate how to take soundings
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).
SA-7(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-7- First Aid)
Objective: - Demonstrate first aid treatment for fractures, internal bleeding, poisoning and stoppage of circulation of blood; demonstrate methods of transporting a casualty
Pass or have passed the First Aider Badge
Know how to diagnose, and demonstrate the treatment for all fractures to limbs and for dislocated jaw
Know to identify basic internal bleeding and understand the importance of treatment for shock and taking the patient to a doctor without delay.
Understand the treatment for choking including abdominal thrust for different age groups.
Demonstrate methods of carrying a patient using two hand seat, three hand seat, four hand seats, and the fireman’s lift. Demonstrate two other methods of transporting a patient, when alone.
Know how to deal with a case of suspected poisoning.
Competently lead a team of Scouts to deal with an accident staged by the Examiner. Such incident to include all items covered in First aid Badge. These incidents to be conducted in as realistic a manner as possible. All actions proper to the situation must be actually taken and the Examiner will test for coolness, resourcefulness, correct action (including message to the parents and doctor) and proper treatment at all stages.
Demonstrate CPR, and Recovery Position. Under no circumstance should a living person be used to demonstrate CPR.
Make an effective improvised stretcher and demonstrate how to use it.
SA-10(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-10-Jobman)
Objective: - Be able to do minor repairs and renovations etc. at home
Be able to do at least 10 of the following, 6 of which should be demonstrated
Glaze a window both in wood and iron frames
White wash or paint a ceiling or a room
Change the tyre of a car
Repair defective plastering
Effect minor repairs to furniture such as broken castors, table and chair legs,and upholstery
Remove parts and service a Kerosene or gas cooker
Clean and polish a car
Wash and iron a shirt and a pair of trousers
Mix concrete and effect simple repairs with it
Repair children’s’ toys
Know how to polish various types of floors e.g. wood, cement, terrazzo, linoleum etc.
Put a neat patch on a garment and darn a sock
Re- hang a door and repair it including fixing the locks
SA-12(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1-Linguist)
Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge on basic law of the country and about the general geography etc, and how the Scout has taken action to help elderly or handicapped persons.
Prepare two maps showing
The boundaries of the electoral District where he lives
The boundaries of the local authority and those of its wards in the area that he lives
Have studied the system of local government operating in his locality and describe the method of elections and qualification for voting, and provide proof of his knowledge of this subject verbally or in written form.
Write a short history (around 1,000 words) of the area that he lives
Have an elementary knowledge of sources of Sri Lankan law.
Produce evidence that he helps neighbors, especially those who are handicapped or aged or is training himself to do so
SA-12(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1-Linguist)
Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge in the importance of the conservation of nature.
Be able to describe the effect on wild life resulting from: fire, over growing, unwise forest practices, soil erosion, and water pollution.
Give a talk for 5 minutes or write an essay of about 500 words on “The need for conservation for the survival of life on Earth”.
Understand the importance of wild life and nature reserves
Discuss with the examiner the ways in which he could and is helping conservation in his town or village
Do one of the following:-
Select a species of endangered wild life in our country and discuss with the examiner ways and means of protecting it
Cary out or assist with a bank erosion control or other improvement project on a stream, pond or tank etc...
Help carry out a conservation project on a farm, or Scout camp site
Do one of the following:-
Build and set out in suitable places at least 3 nestling boxes
Visit a project built for flood control or for increasing flow in a river during a drought or for irrigation purposes and write a report on that.
Find out what happens to domestic waste and industrial waste in his community and write a report on
The methods used to purify water and prevent pollution or
Action that should be taken to prevent polluting the waterways.
Name three causes for floods, and three methods of controlling floods