I hope all of you Scouters out there were able to complete your Nap on Safely training during summer camp. If not, I have listed the guidelines below.
(Yes, this is a spoof on BSA training! We were at summer camp a couple of years ago, and they did “Nap on Safely” training there. I don’t remember the exact steps of the training, so this is my version.)
If you really want to have some fun with this, check out these Nap On Safely Training Cards to give to participants when they complete their training.
Nap On Safely Training
Physical Condition: All participants should be sufficiently tired to nap.
Lookout: At least one adult should serve as a lookout during napping activities. He must awaken the nappers from their slumber when Scouts are returning to the campsite.
Area: Before engaging in any napping activities, make sure that the area is free of Scouts.
Two Deep Leadership: It is recommended that all available adults participate in napping activities. At a minimum, ensure that at least two adults are resting at all times.
Equipment: Appropriate equipment is required for napping. All nappers should have a comfortable cot or hammock. A pillow is recommended.
When you have checked your PLATE you are ready to Nap on Safely!
All very fine and well, but where’s the patch? ;.)
I have patches for Instructor and Director, Oddly enough just the right size to be a BSA rank patch like Scoutmaster etc
or I can tell you who has the design if you need to order a quantity, for example if you are teaching national Camp school, like I did recently
I would like info on obtaining the patches. Email me directly. [email protected] . thanx…
There are no patches unless you get some custom ones made from Dave’s design. I don’t know how you can contact him. Training cards are available here: http://www.scoutermom.com/shop/nap-on-safely-training-cards-business-card-templates/
I click on the printable page w/ trading cards and get a blank page, has it been removed?
I just tried them and they are there. Try hitting refresh on your browser when you see the blank page. You can also try right clicking and doing “Save File As” or “Save Link as” or something similar depending on your browser. That will save a copy to your hard drive and you can open it from there.
This is what is on the back of the real Nap Safely cards (which you should have been issued if it was an authorized training):
Nap Safely Commitment
As a leader, I promise to faithfully observe each of the procedures in Nap Safely
Qualified Supervision. All napping must be supervised by a mature, conscientious adult at least 21 years of age who understands the risks inherent in this activity. This adult supervisor is trained in and committed to compliance with the eight points of Nap Safely.
Qualified Instructors. Make sure the napping instructor is at least 21 years of age, has completed a minimum of 10 hours of napping instruction and is a qualified BSA napping director or instructor.
Physical Fitness. Require evidence of fitness. Adjust supervision to anticipate any potential risks.
Safe Area. Survey the established or developed nap site or facility before using it.
Equipment. Verify that proper equipment is available for the size and ability level of participants.
Planning. Obtain written parental or spousal consent from each participant for participation in napping activities.
Environmental Conditions. Monitor potentially dangerous environmental conditions. Ensure that the participant leaves no trace at the site.
Discipline. Make sure each participant knows and respects the rules and procedures and has been oriented in Nap Safely before the nap begins.
Signed _