Everything that the scout needs to know to earn the totin chip is on that list and in the book. Boy scoutvarsity scoutventurersea scout cyber chip patch the cyber chip can be earned by any youth in the bsas programs. Scouts will sign their card indicating agreement to abide by boy scouts rules with respect to fires. Read and understand woods tools use and safety rules from the scouts bsa handbooks. These cards are given to scouts who have demonstrated that they are knowledgeable of the safety rules of the cards topic. When a scout reaches the rank of first class it is no longer necessary for him to carry a totin chip card since he has already demonstrated his knowledge of knife and axe through his first class requirements. Covering the totin chip training at the first and second campouts in the spring after new scouts join the troop is a good idea. The firemn chit card will be issued by the scoutmaster at the end of this training. According to the bsa here and here, the patch is considered a temporary patch and should only be displayed on the uniform sewn centered. The totin chip is a license for a boy scout to use a pocket knife, saw, or axe and can be taken away if a scout does not follow the safety rules. Read and understand woods tools use and safety rules from the boy scout handbook. Troop 55 totin chip training outline supplies needed. In some troops, a corner is removed from the wallet card for each minor infraction.
Just because he got a cub scout card 3 years ago, i would still want him to get training to our troops standards before i took on the responsibility of his safety on a troop outing. Learning the safety procedures involved with fires save lives, both now as a scout but also in the future. Two tools to help with safety in the troop in the totin chip card and the firemn chit card. The wording below appears in boy scout requirements. Homepage forums scouts bsa wearing the totin\\\ chipchit this topic has 22 replies, 1 voice, and was last updated 7 months, 3 weeks ago by. The only problem is that once the scout is in oa, how does one id totin chip card holders. If the totin chip is to on the scouts person, the knife will be confiscated and returned at the end of the activity. Its all part of boy scoutings wellreasoned approach to teaching boys to see. If you are using this video to teach the bsa totin chip, please allow students to use the tools following the demonstration portion of the lesson. This certification grants a scout the right to carry firelighting devices matches, lighters, etc. It should not be sewn on a pocket flap the wording below appears in boy scout. I have read and understand fire use and safety from the boy scout.
This certification grants a scout the right to carry matches and build. Cub scouts even webelos are not allowed to use an axe. A new test based on information in the new handbook will be used after september first, 1999. What are the cub scout whittling chip requirements. Wood tools safety course totin chip scout resources. Cub scouts who have earned the whittling chip card can carry a pocketknife at scout functions.
The scout must show their scout leader, or someone designated by their leader, that the scout understands their responsibility to do the following. This certification grants a scout the right to carry and use woods tools. The scouts totin rights can be taken from him if he fails in his away if they fail in their responsibility. Sincerely, program leader scout oath on my honor, i will do be best to do my duty to god and my country, and to obey the scout law. If the scout feels that he cannot abide by the rules on the front and backside of the firemn chit card, he will not be issued a card. The official bsa totin chip is the wallet card shown above no. Thats frustrating since our bear cub scouts have to earn the whittling chip for the bear claws required adventure the arrows of light who havent earned it yet must do so for their required scouting adventure.
The totin chip is a card issued to a scout authorizing him to use woods tools. The boy scouts of america does not encourage the use of large sheath knives. The totin chip patch is considered a temporary patch and should only be displayed on the uniform centered on the right pocket, or hung in a temporary patch holder from the right pocket button. Understanding bsa awards that help teach knife safety. For very serious infractions such as threatening another scout, the card will be taken immediately.
A pocket card is also available at your local scout shop, to indicate that the scout has completed the training and agrees to the rules. Discuss the responsibility rules on the front and back of the card. A standard boy scout hand axe has a ten pound steel head. Totin chip to earn this certificaiton, the scout must show his scout leader or designated adult that he understands his responsibility to do the following. The totin chip card must be earned by all scouts prior to using a knife. Scouts carrying pocketknives must have their totin chip card in their possession as prescribed by the bsa training requirements. The scouting magazine blog discusses cutting corners from the boy scouts totin chip. Thus, the scout has to learn from a more experienced scouter how to safely and skillfully use his ax and knife and saw. Several people commented about this practice with some great points. Totin chip certifies that boy scouts are trained in the care and correct use of knives.
Discuss the front and backside of the totin chip card. The introductory text in the book reads as follows. One camp we went to actually required scouts to show the pocket card for this certification before they build a fire. It is like a license or permit that can be revoked if he fails to show proper responsibility. Your suggestion is pretty good as far as the card is concerned.
If a knife is confiscated it will only be returned to the parents of the scout, not. Cub scout outdoor code and leave no trace pledge pack. Totin chip the official bsa totin chip is the wallet card shown above no. This emblem is not for uniform wear and measures 2 14. Totin chip requirements scouts bsa program scouting. The firemn chit is a card issued to a scout authorizing him to use fires and other hot objects. Hold the blade at a 30 degree angle to the stone, from vertical.
The totin chip patch is considered a temporary patch and, if worn, should be worn centered on the right pocket of the boy scout uniform shirt. A reader asks about cutting the corners from a whittling chip card when the owner commits a safety infraction. The totin chip is a card issued to a scout authorizing him to use wood tools. Whittling chip requirements in return for the privilege of carrying a pocketknife to designated cub scout functions, i agree to the following. Pocketknife safety what cub scouts need to know cub. The scout must show their scout leader, or someone designated by their leader, an understanding of the responsibility to do the following. Strictly speaking, the pledge on the back of the totin chip card is the only requirement, there is no do this, and this, and this to earn the tc.
Their handbook does have a list of requirements, but. Totin chip this certification grants a scout the right to carry and use woods tools. The official bsa whittling chip for cub scouts and webelos scouts is a wallet card no. In order to earn the totin chip, a scout must learn and demonstrate proper handling, care and safety skills with these. You must carry the totin chip card with you whenever you use any of these tools. If youve looked for the cub scout whittling chip requirements in the bear handbook or leaders guide, you know they arent there. The scout should sign and carry the whittling chip card whenever carrying a pocketknife. More severe infractions can result in the taking of the pocket knife from the scout, or even expulsion from the event. Cub scoutsgrades and 45 boy scouts, varsity scouts, venturers, and sea scoutsgrades 68 and 912 this program is brought to you by a collaborative effort from. Totin chip before they may carry an ax, saw or knife. The scout must show his scout leader, or someone designated by his leader, that he understands his responsibility to do the following.
When all four corners are gone, the scout loses these totin rights. Tape them the card to the inside cover of the scouts book, instead of clipping corners, use a black marker. The totin chip grants a scout the right to carry and use woods tools. Totin chip in order to attain his totin chip card, a scout must demonstrate that he knows the ruled for safe handling of a hatchet, ax, saw, and pocket knife. Play around with a knife, lose a corner on your totin chip. Scouts shall carry their totin chip card to all events where they. Looks like i will have to convert and submit a pdffiremn chit lesson plan. The totin chip and the right to tote may be taken away if the woodsmans code is violated.
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