All participants must have solid working knowledge and proficiency in all first aid requirements first aid merit badge is highly recommended. Ten pages of the first edition of the boy scout handbook were devoted to birds in a section titled birdcraft. First aid kits wilderness medicine training center. The bsa wfa was also adopted by multiple other national and local organizations which provided input to the revision now being released. You should have or acquire a first aid text that explains and diagrams basic knowledge. Boy scouts of america wilderness first aid manual on. Wilderness first aid training chief seattle council. Expeditions hope that they will not use their first aid kits and adhere to the principles of improvisation. The emergency care procedures outlined in this manual reflect the standard of knowledge and.
First aid can help prevent infection and serious loss of blood. Bsa wilderness first aid manual bsa cac scout shop. For example, the program does not encompass practical swimming skills or first aid, which are more effectively taught in a different environment. The guide to safe scouting has additional information and can be found online at filestorepdf 34416. Apr 20, 2019 because wilderness first aid is now required in some fashion by all of the major boy scouts of america bsa high adventure bases, we keep a complete and uptodate list of current requirements for philmont scout ranch, florida sea base, northern tier, bechtel summit home of national jamboree, maine high adventure, as well as national capital area council boy scouts lenhoksin high. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and. The american red cross wilderness and remote first aid class is a hybrid course. No matter how one defines wilderness medicine, two basic principles should. Wilderness first aid is typically one of the courses available during the mega training weekend each may at lost pines scout reservation, 785 fm 1441, bastrop, tx 78602. Produced by the emergency care and safety institute ecsi, this updated second edition is a userfriendly guide based upon the latest first aid and cpr guidelines.
Bsa wilderness first aid manual boy scouts of america. Youth and adult scout leaders 16 or older are invited to participate and earn their certification. Customize the first aid kit checklists for your situation. As we go farther into the backcountry with our units, some additional training is needed. The ultimate hiker firstaid manual treating injuries miles from the er is an essential skill.
Content in the wilderness and remote first aid emergency reference guide is based on the 2010. The costs of the development, writing, and editing of the merit badge pamphlets are paid for by the boy scouts of america in order to bring you the best book at a reasonable price. The guide to safe scouting has additional information and can be found online at filestorepdf34416. Developed in conjunction with bsa curriculum for standardized wilderness firstaid training, this pocketsized guide is a vital resource for backcountry travel. Bsa wilderness first aid is a 16 hour handson course that emphasizes the issues that may be encountered with illness and injury when definitive medical care is more than one hour away.
First aid multiple choice test answer all 25 questions by circling the correct answer. For this wilderness first aid kit checklist ill break down what you need, why you need it, and provide a. Teach another scout a firstaid skill selected by your counselor. Training programs vary from region to region, and we will highlight some of the main programs here. However, accidents, injuries and illness do occur while in remote places. Only 10 of the 22 states with guide licensure programs required any first aid training as a. Explain how you would obtain emergency medical assistance from your home, on a wilderness camping trip, and during an activity on open water. Cache lake learn how to manage common injuries and illnesses when medical care is an hour or more away.
Wilderness and remote first aid instructor bridge i red cross. The red cross wilderness and remote first aid pocket guide. Wilderness first aid course 2019 quapaw area council. Ecsi wilderness first aid guide boy scouts of america. Additionally, the wilderness first aid course wildmi554, and when included the cpraed course wildmi4, are approved by the united states coast guard to meet the first aid and cpr training requirements of 46 cfr 11. The pennsylvania dutch council is offering wilderness first aid training on march 1618, 2018.
It is important that you ground yourself well in that knowledge. It is meant to be used with a full red cross first aid text and class lecture videos. This course provides the skills necessary to deal with emergencies when help may be delayed for several hours to several days. The first class session begins on friday night at 8. This 8 hour course follows the bsa curriculum and provides the wilderness first aid guide by ecsi. Introduction mastering wilderness survival takes practice. Wilderness first aid, or wfa, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that. The information in this handbook is furnished for that purpose and is subject to change without notice. During trips to the outdoors that are not emergencies, you can learn to light a.
The wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines were developed through a task force facilitated by the bsa. In preparing the revised 2017 edition of the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines. Because wilderness first aid is now required in some fashion by all of the major boy scouts of america bsa high adventure bases, we keep a complete and uptodate list of current requirements for. Andrea andraschko, wemt october 2006 pulsepressure points abdominal quadrants looking at patient. First aid training reading this manual is no substitute for handson first aid training from an instructor qualified by a recognized organization. Wfabsa wilderness first aid training for boy scout adult leaders and boy scouts as well as blended or distance learning for counselors or anyone needing wilderness first aid. Boy scouts wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines. The guide to safe scouting states first aid and wfa are important to. Wilderness first aid this training is not a boy scouts of america training. Written by an expert in wilderness medicine, the scouting guide to wilderness first aid is an invaluable practical manual, covering a wide range of outdoor medical problems. Louis area council would like to make sure you can answer yes to both of these questions. Wilderness environments create special situations not usually encountered in an urban or suburban environment. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders. You may also reserve a place in the course and pay your course fee by mailing or your application and check to.
Sports and wilderness first aid training courses red cross. Upon successful completion of the red cross wilderness and remote first aid course, you will receive a red cross certificate indicating wilderness and remote first aid, which is valid for 2 years. Pet first aid wilderness first aid blsalspals basic life support alspals supplies. The wilderness and remote first aid course carefully follows these guidelines. Scouts of america wilderness first aid task force with significant input from its many members. Wilderness and remote first aid course january 2020 what. Boy scouts of america 3 wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines foreword the development of the curriculum and doctrine the 2010 edition of the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines bsa wfa were developed. Experts in featherweight travel, birds have fascinated scouts since the bsa s earliest days.
The article really helped me with my boyscout homework for how to treat a blister. This is defined as being an hour or more away from. Be aware that introduction to outdoor leader skills focuses on outdoor camping skills and does not cover all advancement requirements. Wilderness and remote first aid designed for scouts and scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who works or spends. A first aid kit is important to have on hand no matter where you go, especially if adventuring anywhere far from civilization. Author buck tilton, with more than 39 years of experience in outdoor health and safety, is the cofounder of the wilderness medicine institute of the national outdoor leadership school in wyoming.
The boy scouts of america is indebted to the american. Application for wilderness first aid you are encouraged to register online at or scan the qr code above. The wilderness and remote first aid class is a 16 hour course which will help you prepare for the unexpected. Wilderness first aid is taught by the local boy scout council to those individuals planning trips and adventures to places where help is not just a phone call away. Click the photo, it should open another tab with the pdf document. Knowledge check what are some issues addressed in training to become a wilderness first aid provider that are not typically included in standard first aid.
Download pdf summary being prepared in scouting often means being ready to render first aid. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders may be hours or. This certification is accepted by the bsa and is aca approved. A personal survival kit is intended to be kept on your person at all times while in the wild and opened only in emergency. You will be one of 6 to 10 participants taking the course during the weekend. Psychological first aid pfa first developed to assist survivors of terrorism and. With an ashi wilderness first aid class, first aid providers in a remote outdoor setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources, longer times to care for someone, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person.
Developed in conjunction with the bsa curriculum for standardized wilderness firstaid training, this handy pocketsized guide is a vital resource for backcountry travel. The kit can be personalized to meet the demands of the crew. Download boy scouts first aid manual free and unlimited. The bsas curriculum includes not only classroom instruction but also a practical handson application. Wfa bsa wilderness first aid training for boy scout adult leaders and boy scouts as well as blended or distance learning for counselors or anyone needing wilderness first aid. Bsa lifeguard, american red cross lifeguarding and first responder level. Blood 2 basic first aid for the community and workplace introduction emotional aspects of providing first aid both the first aid provider and the victim may suffer emotional distress during andor following a traumatic incident. We plan to hold this training again in march of 2019. Wilderness and remote first aid american red cross content in the wilderness and remote first aid emergency reference guide is based on the 2010 boy scouts of america bsa wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines and reflects the 2010 consensus on science for cpr and emergency cardiovascular care and the 2010 guidelines for.
Wilderness first aid evaluation sheet this is a primary tool of this course and a document you will want to become familiar with before you come to our class. Pdf to determine if an industry standard exists for wilderness first aid. Wilderness first aid training is open to all bsa adults and all bsa youth 14 or older who are recommended by their unit leader or high adventure crew. Boy scouts of america requirements this wilderness first aid course has been designed to meet the wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines, 2017 edition, established by the boy scouts of america for a 16hour wilderness first aid course. Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult cpraed certification. Wilderness and remote first aid precourse suggested selfstudy. This set of first aid checklists is an excellent reference.
The lss, canadas lifeguarding expert, provides first aid. The bsa wilderness first aid curriculum is not a standard first aid class taught to the public, nor is it anything like what we teach scouts as they advance in rank or through merit badges. Teach another scout a first aid skill selected by your counselor. Being prepared in scouting often means being ready to render first aid. First aid, cpr, and wilderness first aid will you be prepared for an emergency. Wilderness first aid, or wfa, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available. Make sure you have sufficient training to handle likely emergencies and carry the right equipment. Content in the wilderness and remote first aid emergency reference guide is based on the 2010 boy scouts of america bsa wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines and reflects the 2010 consensus on science for cpr and emergency cardiovascular care and the 2010 guidelines for first aid. Bsawfa is required for crews attending programs at any of the bsa high adventure bases and recommended for all bsa programs. It is only required for troops and crews if they are attending one of our 4 national high adventure bases philmont, sea base, northern tier, or the summit or if you will be conducting a scouting activity 60 miles away from definitive. Knowledge, respect and enjoyment of the outdoors is an integral part of the boy scout experience. Whereas on a remote, weeklong rafting expedition with a group of 15 people, we carry a whole 30l mini barrel in one raft plus additional first responder kits spread amongst the boats. Help them understand the firstaid needs to consider on outings teach them what to say when calling 911 cover basic firstaid skills needed for advancement encourage scouts to work together as a team prompt scouts to pursue additional firstaid training, such as certification in cpr or wilderness first aid related advancement. Theodore roosevelt council bsa wilderness first aid training.
Aerie 14th edition manual pdf final aerie backcountry medicine. Read ebook now boy scouts of america wilderness first aid manual pdf online. Wilderness and remote first aid american red cross. Wilderness first aid texas premier cpr and first aid. Any boy who cares enough for the outdoors to be a scout is sure to want a good acquaintance with the birds, the manual explained. You should keep one in the car at all times, one at home, and definitely keep one in your survival gear bag. The 2010 edition of the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines.
Based on the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines, this course aligns with oshas best practices for workplace first aid training programs. Download boy scouts of america wilderness first aid manual pdf. Wilderness first aid kit checklist pdf download canuck. This fast paced, handson training is designed to meet the needs of nica bikers, scout leaders. Theodore roosevelt council bsa 544 broadway massapequa, ny 11758. When working on merit badges, scouts and scouters should be aware of some vital information in the current edition of the guide to advancement bsa publication 33088. First aid kit every crew must bring one fully stocked first aid kit all bsa crews traveling with a bsa national tour and activity plan should carry a first aid kit. The course fee includes wilderness first aid manual and text, meals saturday breakfast through sunday lunch, a saturday night cracker barrel, and overnight tent, hammock, or leanto camping friday and saturday nights. Training is available that will help adult leaders be prepared for anything from a minor burn to a serious medical. Wilderness first aid training wilderness first aid wfa is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available. We are unable to offer indoor accommodations for participants. This will help you cope with medical emergencies in the wild and perhaps more importantly, to be a more effective manager in any crisis. Items you choose to include in your kit may also need to reflect the area and time of year of your adventure. Quapaw area council boy scouts of america, 3220 cantrell road, little rock, ar 72202.
Boy scout high adventure wilderness first aid requirements. The contents of a first aid will vary based on the activity and your medical training, but here are a few items we think should be included in your kit. Wilderness first aid training pa dutch council bsa. Bsa wilderness first aid is a 16 hour handson course that emphasizes the issues that may be. The following items are recommended by the bsa national health and safety. While the red cross has a long history in teaching urban first aid, their wilderness and remote first aid course leaves much to be desired when compared to the wilderness first aid courses offered by most of the professional providers. Wilderness aid boy scouts of america capitol area council. This handy, pocketsized book meets the wilderness first aid curriculum of the boy scouts of america. Wilderness survival kits contain different items than an emergency survival kit for the home. If you wish to download the curriculum, click here pdf icon. Roe bartle scout reservation 5525 scout camp rd, osceola, mo. Learn about the new practices that go way beyond what scouting leaders may already know as first aid.
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