Scouts learn how to help those in trouble in the water while working on the Lifesaving merit badge. They practice and demonstrate the skills for reaching, throwing , and go rescues. They also find out how to determine which rescue technique to use and how to keep themselves safe while giving assistance to another person.
Either the Emergency Preparedness merit badge OR the Lifesaving merit badge is required for the rank of Eagle Scout. Scouts who earn both badges may count the second badge as an elective.
Get the Lifesaving Merit Badge pamphlet
Printable helps for requirements:
Printable requirements for Lifesaving Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for Lifesaving Merit Badge
Printable note sheet for Lifesaving Merit Badge
Printable checkoff sheet for all Scouts BSA merit badges
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