Carpenter Scout Interest Badge

Badge Requirements

Carpenter

1. Safety:
   1. Discuss the personal safety precautions which apply in any working situation.
   2. Discuss with the examiner the specific safety precautions and procedures applicable in a workshop.
2. Handtools:
   1. Demonstrate the uses of some of the Handtools used in a carpenter's workshop, as selected by the examiner. Discuss the safety precautions applicable to these Handtools with the examiner.
   2. In consulting with the examiner, make a simple model incorporating at least four joints using Handtools only.
3. Materials:
   1. Discuss three types of timber used in carpentry/furniture making under the general aspects of origin, characteristics, working properties and uses.
   2. Discuss with the examiner some of the other materials used in carpentry/furniture making such as laminated board, chipboard, and hardboard.
   3. Discuss some of the methods of finishing and polishing wood.
4. Machine Tools:
   1. In consultation with the examiner, demonstrate the use of, and safety precautions applicable to at least two different power Handtools, and at least two motor-driven carpentry machines.
5. Planning and designing:
   1. Design a carpentry model of your choice and submit neat sketches showing all dimensions and joints to the examiner.
   2. Draw up a cutting list for your model.
   3. Determine a working procedure for your model.
6. Either make the model which you have designed in (5),
   OR
   Present to the examiner a suitable model made by yourself or at your school's carpentry shop.

Safe From Harm: Whilst completing the requirements for this badge, Scouts must not be placed in hazardous or dangerous situations under any circumstances. All activities must comply with SCOUTS South Africa Safe from Harm framework and be supervised by responsible adults. Participation should offer meaningful learning or service experiences while ensuring the Scout's safety and well-being at all times.

Badge Requirements in printable PDF format

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