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Totin' Chip
Scouts BSA
2024 requirements, effective January 1, 2024
Requirements
This certification grants a Scout the right to carry and use woods
tools. The Scout must show their Scout leader, or someone designated
by their leader, that the Scout understands their responsibility
to do the following:
1.
Read and understand woods tools use and safety rules from
the Scouts BSA handbooks.
2.
Demonstrate proper handling, care, and use of the pocket knife, ax, and saw.
3.
Use knife, ax, and saw as tools, not playthings.
4.
Respect all safety rules to protect others.
5.
I will not use or point a knife in a threatening manner.
6.
Respect property. Cut living and dead trees only with permission and good reason.
7.
Subscribe to the Outdoor Code.
The Scout's "Totin' Rights" can be taken away if they fail in
their responsibility.