BSA Annual Health and Medical Record

Annual Health and Medical Record
(Valid for 12 calendar months)
Policy on Use of the Annual Health and Medical Record
In order to provide better care for its members and to assist them in better understanding their own physical capabilities, the Boy Scouts of America recommends that everyone who participates in a Scouting event have an annual medical evaluation by a certified and licensed health-care provider—a physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. Providing your medical information on this four-part form will help ensure you meet the minimum standards for participation in various activities. Note that unit leaders must always protect the privacy of unit participants by protecting their medical information.

Note: This record is provided as a fillable PDF, and members are encouraged to fill it out on their computer, then print the record (rather than printing the record and filling it out by hand). Doing this will improve the readability and accuracy of each member's medical information. For additional information about safeguarding your medical information, click here. 

Parts A and B are to be completed at least annually by participants in all Scouting events. This health history, parental/guardian informed consent and release agreement, and talent release statement are to be completed by the participant and parents/guardians.

Part C is the physical exam that is required for participants in any event that exceeds 72 consecutive hours, for all high-adventure base participants, or when the nature of the activity is strenuous and demanding. Service projects or work weekends may fit this description. Part C is to be completed and signed by a certified and licensed health-care provider—physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. It is important to note that the height/weight limits must be strictly adhered to when the event will take the unit more than 30 minutes away from an emergency vehicle, accessible roadway, or when the program requires it, such as backpacking trips, high-adventure activities, and conservation projects in remote areas. See the FAQs for when this does not apply.
Part D is required to be reviewed by all participants of a high-adventure program at one of the national high-adventure bases and shared with the examining health-care provider before completing Part C.

• Philmont Scout Ranch . Participants and guests for Philmont activities that are conducted with limited access to the backcountry, including most Philmont Training Center conferences and family programs, will not require completion of Part C. However, participants should review Part D to understand potential risks inherent at 6,700 feet in elevation in a dry Southwest environment. Please review specific registration information for the activity or event.
• Northern Tier National High Adventure Program .
• Florida National High Adventure Sea Base . The PADI medical form is also required if scuba diving at this base.
• Summit Bechtel Reserve

Risk Factors
Based on the vast experience of the medical community, the BSA has identified the following risk factors that may limit your participation in various outdoor adventures.

• Excessive body weight
• Heart disease
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Diabetes
• Seizures
• Lack of appropriate immunizations
• Asthma
• Allergies/anaphylaxis
• Muscular/skeletal injuries
• Psychiatric/psychological and emotional difficulties

Prescriptions
The taking of prescription medication is the responsibility of the individual taking the medication and/or that individual’s parent or guardian. A leader, after obtaining all the necessary information, can agree to accept the responsibility of making sure a youth takes the necessary medication at the appropriate time, but the BSA does not mandate or necessarily encourage the leader to do so. Also, if state laws are more limiting, they must be followed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) may be found at http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/ .

• Philmont Scout Ranch: www.philmontscoutranch.org or 575-376-2281
• Northern Tier National High Adventure Program: www.ntier.org or 218-365-4811
• Florida National High Adventure Sea Base: www.bsaseabase.org or 305-664-5612
• Summit Bechtel Reserve: http://summit.scouting.org/ or 304-250-6750
• National Scout jamboree: www.bsajamboree.org

June 13 2013 Dutch Oven Roundtable @ Heritage Park Pavilion

Varsity Scouts Combined YW Ice Skating Activity

Here is the video made from the ice skating activity on January 23, 2013, held at the Seven Peaks Ice Arena in Provo, Utah.

How I Pack My Backpack

American Fork Recreation Outlet Store manager Patrick McCrary, shows how he packs his backpack.

By Heidi Sanders
May 24, 2013

Pfc. Cody Towse, a Life Scout, returns home

Pfc. Cody Towse was a Life Scout. After graduating from Salem High School in 2011, Cody decided to enlist in the U.S. Army instead of serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints because of his training. Cody wanted to serve in the military in wartime because he believed he could use his skills as a certified EMT and volunteer firefighter to save lives.

And that is what he did.

On Tuesday, May 13 in Afghanistan, Cody died from the blast of an improvised explosive device (IED) as he was treating another soldier. He will be returning home to his family either Wednesday, May 29 or Thursday, May 30. Cody’s body will arrive at the Provo Municipal Airport but the specific day and time are yet to be determined. Cody was 21 years old.

Friends of the Towse family are requesting as many Scout leaders and Scouts in uniform holding U.S. flags to line the procession route anywhere along the route from the Provo Municipal Airport to I-15, through Spanish Fork, Salem and on to Elk Ridge. Scouters will be joining members of local fire departments, police departments and the Utah Highway Patrol along the procession route. If you are able to help honor this American hero, please contact Julie Blaney for more information at 801-885-1007 or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/blaneyjulie.

Article on Cody Towse http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/56331642-78/towse

Author: Heidi Sanders | Marketing & PR Director, Utah National Parks Council

This is a very interesting video explaining the current situation with BSA.  It is a good discussion to watch and think about.

Understanding the Risks of Changing Boy Scouts of America's Membership Policies

A discussion of the proposed change in Scouting membership policies, why it has many deeply concerned, and why this change is not in the best interests of Scouting or its higher purposes of teaching, mentoring and building the character of America's youth.

http://youtu.be/rKXawyaqQgA

The Language of Scouting

The Language of Scouting

The Boy Scouts of America offers many positions of responsibility to boys within troops. These positions give boys a chance to learn leadership skills while leading the troop. Similar to political positions, these positions are held for a certain term, such as six months or a year. This gives several different boys the chance throughout their scouting careers to perform different responsibilities. While the descriptions of these positions can vary from troop to troop, there are some general responsibilities all Scout groups require of their leaders.

Senior Patrol Leader

This is the highest position a boy can hold in the troop. This boy presides over troop meetings, events, campouts and more. He works closely with adult scoutmasters to make sure the goals of the troop are being achieved. He stands as an example for the other boys. Generally, this is a position given to an older boy in the troop. Senior Patrol Leaders have demonstrated they live the Scout Oath and Law, and can wisely lead the troop. There is also an Assistant Senior Patrol Leader who assists the Senior Patrol Leader.

Patrol Leader

Boy Scout troops are broken up into patrols or smaller groups of boys. The Senior Patrol Leader is like the President, and the Patrol Leaders are like Senators in Congress. Patrol Leaders preside over the patrol and run patrol meetings. They also work with the Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader to lead the troop.

Scribe

The Scribe keeps records of the troop. His task is to keep track of attendance, dues, rank advancements and more. While this position doesn’t carry a leadership role, it is a position of respect similar to Patrol Leaders or Senior Patrol Leaders and it is still an important function. This position is for boys who have a strong attention to detail and who can be counted upon to keep accurate records.

Quartermaster

Boy Scout troops typically have equipment, especially camping equipment.  It is natural for equipment to wear down or break over time. The Quartermaster keeps track of equipment and makes sure everything is in good working order. The Quartermaster also keeps accurate records of the equipment locations and informs the leaders and Scoutmasters if equipment needs to be fixed or replaced.

Historian

Historians keep track of the work and traditions of the troop. They often take photos, assemble scrapbooks and gather souvenirs. These mementos can be displayed at meetings and award ceremonies. Historians help honor the history of the troop by keeping track of the history and sharing it with the other scouts.

Author: Liz Merrell | Utah National Parks Council, Finance Director