SRI LANKA SCOUT ASSOCIATION

The Proficiency badge Scheme

For
The Junior & Senior Scouts
2017

Foreword
Updating of the proficiency badge syllabus was a long felt need. It required dedication
and the commitment of many individuals in many fields. I am grateful to the National
Programme Commissioner Rohan Wirasekara for the work done, and Hq.
Commissioner Ruwan Ariyaratne and many others who had contributed to make this a
reality. As we go on we will have to keep on updating and changing this. We need the

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support and the ideas of all Scouts, parents, Scout Masters, Commissioners and lay
members for continual up dates and changes so that some of those could be
incorporated into later publications.

It is also important that the Districts appoint proper badge examiners who are dedicated
& committed, for these badges. The role of the badge examiner is not limited to testing
a Scout. It is up to the examiner to teach and train him in what the Scout does not know
and bring him to the level where he could pass. Please understand that this is not the
responsibility of only the Scout Master but also that of the examiner. It is also important
for the examiner to understand that the effort made by the Scout is also important. This
would depend on the environment that the Scout would come from and various other
abilities and disabilities. One may not be able to expect the same standard from all
Scouts at all levels.

The other extreme is for the examiner to pass a Scout who has no knowledge or skill or
interest in this particular field but only wants to get the badge without much effort. This
would be bad training and a bad example too.

Finally I do hope that the Scouts would enjoy doing these badges and would also learn
much from them.

Best wishes.

Prof. Nimal De Silva

Chief Commissioner
Sri Lanka Scout Association
June 2017

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JUNIOR SCOUTS
​PUBLIC SERVICE GROUP

LINGUST​- JA -1 (Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA - 1 Interpreter)

Objective:- To be basically conversant in a language other than his own.

Carry out the following tests in any language other than his own.:-
1.) A simple conversation for 10 minutes.
2.) Write a simple letter of at least 100 words
3.) Translate in his own time & with the help of a dictionary, an easy passage from a book or
periodical(Scout literature to be used where available)

MISSIONER​-JA-2 (Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA -2- Public Health)

Objective:-Be able to explain and demonstrate basics in caring and looking after a patient

1.) Demonstrate how to choose, prepare and ventilate a sick room.

2.) Know how to bathe a patient and give medicine. Demonstrate how to take temperature,
3.) Demonstrate how to prepare invalid food. Know how to prevent bed sores
4.) Know how to prepare dressings and how to apply a roller bandage to hand knee and
foot.
5.) Carry out all the above under camp conditions, as well as in a sick room.. Know how to
prepare a rest tent

FIRE-FIGHTER​- JA-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-3 Fireman)

Objective:- Be able to explain and demonstrate basics of how to prevent a fire and how to act
during a fire

1.) Understand how your local fire brigade works.

2.) Know what precautions are necessary and the possibilities of spreading fire in oil lamps,
all types of heaters and stoves, airing linen, decorations, electrical wiring fuses and
switches
3.) Explain what action should be taken, and why, on an outbreak of fire indoors or
outdoors. Know the various methods of calling the Fire Service and the correct
procedure to be taken; have a knowledge of what happens from the time of the call to its
acceptance by the fire service. Know the essential action to be taken whilst awaiting the
arrival of the fire service and the reasons for such action.
4.) Take part in a bucket chain. Know how to use a stirrup pump. Know how to use a soda
acid extinguisher and a carbon tetrachloride extinguisher, and for what types of fire that
they could be used. Know how to deal with a person whose clothes are on fire.
5.) Be proficient in making the Fireman’s Chair knot, and Bow line on a bight. Demonstrate
the use of a scrum to keep back crowds

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 6.) Give a simple explanation of the process of combustion. Know the effects of smoke and
heat and how to act in smoke.

SIGNALLER​- JA-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-4 Leading Signaller)

Objective:- To show a basic knowledge in using the Morse and Semaphore signaling

1.) Send & receive a message of not less than 80 letters of rate 6( 30 letters per minute) in
Semaphore, or rate 4 ( 20 letters per minute) by flag in Morse.
2.) Send a similar message in Morse: - On buzzer at rate 5( 25 letters per minute).
On lamp or torch rate 4(20 letters a minute)
3.) Demonstrate that he knows a recognized procedure when sending and receiving
messages.

Note: 80 per cent accuracy to be required in all tests. Outdoor stations for sending and
receiving to be not less than 100 meters apart. Buzzer stations to be in separate
rooms.

CYCLIST​- JA-5(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-5 Dispatch Rider)

Objective:- Demonstrate the ability to use , repair, and safely ride a bicycle

1.) Owns or has the use of, and have used satisfactorily for at least six months, a cycle in
good order.
2.) Demonstrate that the Scout can affect simple repairs which might include the following
at the discretion of the examiner: change the tyre & tube, mend a puncture, replace a
brake, adjust a wheel bearing, or any part of the bicycle.
3.) Demonstrate that he knows the Highway Code, traffic signals, road signs, national
system of road numbering and is able to read a road map.
4.) Repeat correctly a verbal message after a ride of at least one hour duration

GUIDE​- JA-6(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-6 Path Finder)

Objective:- Be able to direct a person to important locations in a specified area

1.) Show ( whenever reasonable in a practical way) that he knows the locality surrounding
his home and his Scout headquarters, up to one KM radius in municipalities and Urban
Councils and up to two KM radius in other areas. The D.C, may at his discretion, vary
the area to exclude undesirable neighbourhoods, parks or other open spaces and
include an equivalent area.
2.) Know the whereabouts of the following:-
(a) Doctors, Ayurvedic physicians , Veterinary surgeons, dentists, hospitals,

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 dispensaries, police etc.
(b) Fire station, garage, post office, Electricity board
(c) Bus stops, Railway stations, and routes of buses and trains to surrounding areas
(d) district Scout headquarters, public parks, Banks, theatres, cinemas, places of
religious worship, museums, shops, markets, Public conveniences, and any building or
places of local interest
(e)homes of his District Commissioner., G.S.M., S.M., Grama sevaka, and the Scouts of
his Patrol.
3.) Show that he understands how to use the map of the district and use it to point out at
least 6 examples of (2) above. The Scout should guide the examiner to any place
covered by the above by the shortest route.
4.) Have a general knowledge of means of access by road, train or public transport to
nearest city, town or suburbs. Be able to give general directions to get from his home or
headquarters to six places of general interest in his city town or village.

FIRST AID​- JA-7(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-7 ambulance)

Objective: - Be able to demonstrate and explain some basic First Aid requirements at camp and
at home

1) Demonstrate his knowledge of up to GSM’s Award first Aid

2) Understand what D.R.A.B.C. is (i. e. Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing and
Circulation)
3) Explain in outline the circulation of blood. Know the position of the main arteries and
how to stop external bleeding from veins and arteries.
4) Understand the signs and symptoms of shock & demonstrate how to deal with it.
5) Demonstrate treatment for electric shock
6) Know how to apply the triangular bandage to scalp, hand. Foot, knee, and elbow.
Demonstrate how to put the large arm sling and the St. John’s arm sling (elevation
sling), and how to put the roller bandage (Crape) to all limbs.
7) Explain and demonstrate C.P.R. (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) under no
circumstance should a living person be used to demonstrate C.P.R.
8) Demonstrate how to send a correct message, oral, written, and by telephone regarding
a casualty.
9) Show the ability to identify the signs and the symptoms of fractures, and the treatment
for them. Demonstrate how to deal with a fracture of the collar bone
10) Take part as a member of a team (not necessarily as the leader) of three or four Scouts
and deal with an incident stages by the examiner. Such incident must be based on the
above items and to be conducted in as realistic a manner as possible. All actions proper
to the circumstances must be actually taken, and the examiner will test for coolness,

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 resourcefulness, correct action(Message to Doctor, home, parents etc.) and the proper
treatment of the patient in all stages

LIFE SAVER​- JA-8(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-8 Rescuer)

Objective: - Demonstrate and explain the knowledge on action necessary to be taken to rescue
a person in an emergency

1) Demonstrate one method of rescue and of release, in water, with casualty about the
size of the rescuer. The casualty to be carried about 10 meters.
2) Demonstrate his ability to do C.P.R..Under no circumstance should a living person be
used to demonstrate C.P.R. Demonstrate the Recovery position
3) Swim 50 meters back Stroke attired in shirt and shorts with light life-line attached to
him.
4) Throw a 20 meter life line to fall between two pegs twice out of every three throws.
Pegs to be about 1 ½ Meters apart and 15 meter from the thrower.
5) Show method of rescue in the following :-
a) House Fire, first floor, unconscious patient
b) Car accident with or without fire
c) Contact with live electric wire

COXSWAIN​- JA-9(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-9 Pilot)

​Objective: - Demonstrate the

ability in basics of handling a small craft

1) Name the different parts of a pulling boat or a rubber dinghy

2) Take charge of a boat’s crew and demonstrate that he can
a) Use correct pulling orders
b) Bring the boat alongside a vessel or a landing stage
c) Anchor correctly
d) Maintain boat discipline
3) Know the elementary rule of Road at sea for ships.

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 4) Know how to put the following and their uses:- Clove Hitch, Rolling Hitch, Fisherman’s
Bend
5) Know the gear that should be properly carried in a pulling or motor boat
6) Form part of a crew of a boat for an expedition of not less than 24 hours duration, to
include a night spent in camp on the way.

JOBMAN​- JA-10(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SA-10 Handyman)

​Objective: - Explain and demonstrate doing small repairs etc. at home

Be able to do 10 of the following. At least 3 of which must be demonstrated.

1) Paint a door, or household furniture, and clean the brushes used

2) Painting a wall
3) Adjust an electric bell, replace electric lamps, shades and fuses
4) Replace a washer of a tap
5) Sharpen a knife
6) Attend to a blocked gutter or waste pipe
7) Sew a button or a badge to a shirt neatly
8) Oil and adjust sewing machine, cycle or similar item
9) Repair gate or fence
10) Darn a small hole in a sock
11) Know how to maintain, clean a gas or a kerosene cooker
12) Sharpen a saw or a coconut scraper
13) Wash and iron a shirt
14) Polish doors and furniture
15) Wax and polish a floor of a house

WORLD ENVIRONMENT -​JA-11 (Corresponding badge for over 14 1/2 none)

Objective: - Explain and demonstrate his knowledge on nature and the importance of preserving
nature.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN INTERNATIONAL BADGE

You should start this only after you have completed the Environment Protection 1-3 in the
Progressive scheme.

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 1) A) Explore an area of approximately ½ KM square and prepare a note on places where
water is retained. E.g. Water inside buildings, water in toilet systems
B) Now have a brief discussion with the examiner about the places where you discovered water
and expand the discussion as follows
a) How does the water that you discovered fit into the water cycle?
b) How is water useful to us?
c) How does water help plants and animals?
d) What happens to the water before it comes to our homes? What happens to water that is
discarded from our homes?

2) a) Select an item from nature and draw a picture of that item

b) Create a picture or other work of art using natural things. Please make sure that you do not
harm any animals, insects or the environment when doing this.
3.) Have a basic understanding of native species of animals within a radius of one KM and
Discuss with the examiner if any of them are threatened due to changes in the
environment

3) Discuss with the examiner the harmful effects that would incur to us, to the
environment and other animals due to use of harmful agricultural chemicals.
4) Discuss with the examiner how you could practically use the 5R method.
i.e. ​R​efuse- Unnecessary wrappings, leaflets, plastic bags etc.
​R​epair – clothes, electrical items, etc.
​R​educe- waste, buy only things that you really need
​R​euse - Purchase second hand things, give away things that you would not use etc.
​R​ecycle- whenever possible buy only things that you could recycle, recycle when
Whenever possible
5) a) Discuss with the examiner about the effect of natural disasters on humans
E.g. Storms or Cyclones, Droughts, Landslides, Tsunami, Wild fires, Insect plagues,
Health epidemic etc.
b) Discuss with the examiner how you can prepare for the safety of yourself, and the
neighbors, from such possible disasters

Messenger of Peace ​SA-12 (Corresponding badge for over 14 1/2 none)

Objective: - Demonstrate action taken by him to create peace by helping others, and making
others happy

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN INTERNATIONAL BADGE

Y​ ou could start the work for this, only after completing the Good Habits 1, 2, and 3 in the
Awards scheme

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Please follow the 3 steps as given below. The examiner for this would be the ADC Programme
of the District.
Step 1. Locating the web site and entering data
Go to ​www.scout.org​ web site in the internet. For this you may ask for the help of your parents,
Scout Master, the A.D.C.(Prog.) of your District or
any other person who knows about the internet. Now you must register here
giving your e mail address.

Step 2. Carry out a service project

This should have a minimum of 5 man hours. Please seek the help and advice of your Scout
Master about doing this project

Step 3. Enter details about your project and photographs in the internet
Now enter (Upload) a brief description about your project, with a photograph or two in the
scout.org web site under your name. Please remember to enter the number of Man hours that
you worked in the correct place. Also enter in the world map shown there, where you did this
project in Sri Lanka

B. CAMP CRAFT GROUP

CAMPER​- JB-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SB-1 Camp Warden)

Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge and skills in basic camping

1.) Know the normal requirements in regard to :-

(a) Personal kit for a week’s camp
(b) Personal kit for a week end hike , camp or cruise
(c) The equipment and rations and menu for a week end Patrol Camp or hike or
cruise(7 Scouts). Demonstrate the packing of his personal kit in rucksack or kit bag.
2.) Either know the principal points to look for when selecting a Patrol or troop camp site,
and describe with rough plan how he would lay out the Patrol camp with reference to
tent, kitchen, sanitation etc. OR know how to select an anchorage, mooring or berth for a
rowing or sailing vessel or a sea going vessel.
3.) Have a knowledge of camping standards
4.) Make and show the following knots in use.
Slip Reef, Double Sheet bend,, Figure of eight, Bowline on a bight, Manharness hitch.
Pitch, strike and pack and know how to take care of a Patrol tent, and construct a Camp Latrine.
Show that he can carry out simple tent repairs.

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 5) While living in a camp, cook all meals for himself for 24 hours to the satisfaction of the
examiner. While in camp he must make satisfactory arrangements for storing of food
and disposal of refuse
6) Have camped in tent with a Troop or Patrol for a total of not less than 15 nights

​COOK​- JB-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SB-2 Master Cook)

​Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in basic cooking in camp

1.) Make a properly equipped camp kitchen for a Patrol, with open fire. And cook
thereon a balanced three course meal( Which may be breakfast) or rice and two
curries, or Vadai and sambol and make tea or coffee.
2.) Know how to store provisions in an hygienic manner and bring proof that he has
cooked satisfactorily for a Patrol in camp, for not less than one complete day.
3.) Make two of the following:- Milk rice, rotti, pancake, twist

WOODCRAFTSMAN​- JB-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SB-3

Naturalist)
​Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge and skill in basic woodcraft

1.) Keep a woodcraft diary for six months giving records with dates and places of not less
than 10 birds, 10 plants, 10 trees, 10 butterflies or moths, and a short account of other
animals which have been seen; and illustrate the records with pencil sketches or
photographs, carbon impressions or pressed specimens of leaves etc.
2.) Make a collection of 20 different species of flowers, ferns, grasses, giving names,
places and dates, and recognize them as well and give a short description of 5 of the
specimens
OR​ Make a collection of photographic or carbon impressions or sketches or plaster casts of
leaves of 20 trees and 5 shrubs giving names, places and dates, and recognize them.
OR ​Make 15 sketches of animals or birds from life, and give a brief description of their habitat,
eating habits etc.
OR ​Keep a simple aquarium for three months, stocked with specimens collected by him, and
discuss his observations with the examiner.

PIONEER​- JB-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SB-4 Senior Pioneer)
Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in doing simple Pioneering work
1.) Demonstrate with ropes etc. a) A Spanish Windlass b) A Handy Billy c) Sail
maker’s whipping. e) Long splice f) Two types of holdfasts for different types of soil.

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 2.) Know the knots and lashings up to and including the District Commissioner’s Cord.
3.) Supervise the construction of either a simple bridge of more than 12 feet in length or a
raft to carry himself and another Scout.
4.) Construct a flagstaff from three staves using sheer end to end(Round) lashings
5.) Make a Turk’s head woggle.

BACKWOODSMAN​- JB-5(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SB-4 Senior

Pioneer))

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in cooking without utensils and improvising equipment in camp

1) Make a satisfactory shelter for two people, using natural material, and sleep alone or
with another Scout for at least one night
2) Prepare and cook without utensils, or cook in clay 3 types of food
3) Demonstrate three of the following :-
a) Improvised methods of moving injured persons having due regard to their safety and
comfort.
b) Climb a tree to a height of at least 20 feet from the ground and lash the foundation
spars of a lookout post
c) Row a boat, paddle a canoe pole a punt for about ½ K.M.
d) Construct a gadget or a sundial to find the true north
e) Any method of purifying water and of straining muddy water

JUNIOR QUARTER MASTER ​(JB-6) (Corresponding badge for Over14 1/2​ ​ :- ​Quarter
Master-SB-6)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skills in Quarter mastering

01. Show the knowledge and ability of proper storage of Pans, rope, knives, axes etc. and show
that you do practically
02. Demonstrate your knowledge about the storage of different types of fuel safely
03. Know how to effect minor repair equipment used for cooking, how to clean them, and
store them safely
04. Prepare a menu for a one day Patrol camp, and show a chart giving the prices of the food
items that you would use there
05. Be able to maintain a record of equipment issued and received from the Scout Room
06. Cleanliness and proper order is a sign of a good Quarter Master. Explain to the examiner
how you do that in the Troop or Patrol.

C . EDUCATION GROUP

READER​- JC-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SC-1 Bookman)

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Objective: - Show the interest in reading books, and how to look after them

1) Provide the examiner, prior to the test, a list of at least 12 books that he has read during
the past 12 months. (Not more than 3 books from any one author.) This should exclude
school text books, but should include fiction as well as nonfiction. It should also include
at least 2 books on National heroes of Sri Lanka
2) Discuss those books with the examiner and explained why he had selected them, his
order of preference with reasons, and answer questions on the contents of the books
3) Explain to the examiner how books should be cared for.
4) Write a precise (of not more than 200 words) on one of the selected books

SPEAKER​- JC-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SC-2 Orator)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skills necessary for a speaker

1.) Recite a piece of good prose and some lines of verse suitable to his age and interests
2.) Make a 5 minute speech on a subject chosen by himself
3.) Read aloud a piece of prose selected by the examiner, who will judge for diction,
emphasis and speed
4.) Take part in a discussion with one or two other Scouts on a subject chosen by himself
from a list provided by the examiner, 14 days earlier.

SCHOLAR​- JC-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SC-3 Senior Scholar)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill and interest in academical work at school

1.) Present evidence that he has scored more than 50% in all the subjects that he is studying
and over 60% in at least 3 of the subjects at the school examination held for one year
proceeding the date of his being examined for the badge.(Report books to be made
available to the examiner)
2.) Produce exercise books of at least 3 subjects to prove that he has maintained his books
in good condition and has done his work neatly, methodically and in good handwriting.
3.) Show that he can use a dictionary, an encyclopedia, and an atlas.
4.) Satisfy the examiner that he has a reasonably good general knowledge according to his
age and grade(Class) that he attends at school.
5.) Produce evidence with a letter from the class teacher that he has been regular and
punctual to school during the calendar year, has been of good behavior and has shown
loyalty to the school

SCRIBE​- JC-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SC-4 Clerk)

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Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in general writing and also taking downs minutes at a meeting

1) Have good hand writing. Be able to write fast in good legible letters
2) Write from memory on a theme given verbally for five minutes.
3) Write a notice convening a meeting (indicating the agenda)and show the ability to write
minutes of a meeting correctly

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY​ ​JC​- 5​ (​Corresponding badge for over 14 1/2​ :-

​Management Information Technology-SC-5)
Objective: - Demonstrate and explain basic skill in operating a computer

​Be able to name the” input” and “Out put “devices.

1. Be able to create and save a simple document (MS Word or any other similar
application) as given by the examiner.
2. Be able to change font, make them Bold, high light, etc. as appropriate
3. Be able to cut copy and paste text.
4. Be able to create and save a simple spread sheet, ( MS Excel or any other similar
application ) as given by the examiner.
5. Be able to use formulas to perform simple arithmetic functions such as adding,
subtracting, multiplying and dividing.
6. Be able to make fonts bold/italic/underline
7. Be able to cut, copy and paste cells
8. Be able to create and save a presentation (MS Power Point, or any other similar
application) as given by the examiner.
JUNIOR JOURNALIST ​(JC-6) (Corresponding badge for over14 1/2 Journalist Senior-SC-6)

Objective: - Be able to explain basically different fields of mass media, and be able to do basic
work on media as a journalist.

1) Write an imaginary news item for a Media that you prefer (e.g. - news paper/
Radio/Television) about any Project organized by your Scout Group or school. Please
note that the public has to be informed through your news item and the important
aspects of the event to be included.
2) Either design a poster to publicise a Scout Camp , a sports meet or any such event
OR
Design a leaflet to educate Scouts about one requirement of the Group Scout Master’s Award
3) Conducting an interview. Invite a parent who in knowledgeable on a particular subject
and conduct an interview with that parent. You must have prior preparation for this
interview, a brief report on this interview to be submitted to the examiner.
4) Submit to the examiner a verbal report on a meeting/ show/ Open air display/Scout
Jamboree on the air, where you have or involved in any level on media publicity

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D SPORTS GROUP

ATHLETE​- JD-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SD-1 Senior Athlete)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in field athletics

1.) Demonstrate the proper method of sitting , standing, walking and running. Demonstrate
how to start a race (Standing or crouch)
2.) Gain points in 4 of the following tests in accordance with his age.
3.) 12 years:26 points 13 years : 30 points 14 years: 36 points
Standard 1​st​ Class Special
​6pts 8 pts 10pts
a) 100 meters 15.5 sec.s 15 secs 14 secs
b) 800 meters 2mts 53 sec.s 2mt 48secs 2mts43secs
c) Running high jump 1.06 Meters 1.14 Meters 1.2 Meters
d) Throwing a cricket ball 37 Meters 41 Meters 46 Meters
e) Running long jump 4 Meters 4.14Meters 4.26 Meters

SWIMMER​- JD-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SD-2 Master Swimmer)

Objective: - Show basic skill in swimming, in at least three styles

1.) Swim 50 meters with clothes on(shirt and shorts as a minimum) and undress in water
with feet off bottom
2.) Swim 30 meters using breast stroke, and 30 meters back stroke (either with hands
clasped or arms folded in front of the body) and then a further 30 meters any style
making 90 meters in all.
3.) Dive from surface of water and recover, with both hands an object from the bottom.
Water not to be more than 6 ft deep.
4.) Execute a neat dive from the side of the swimming pool.

SPORTSMAN​- JD-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SD-3 Master Sportsman)

Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge in different types of sports

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 1.) Know the basic rules or the laws of two outdoor games, such as Rugby Football,
Association Football, Cricket, Hokey, Volley Ball, Basket ball, Elle, Lawn Tennis,
Squash, Badminton, and Table Tennis etc. Have taken an active part in one of them
2.) Prove to the examiner by a letter from his coach or Principal that he takes an interest in
games and is punctual and regular at organized practices and has shown good
sportsmanship
3.) Know the names and performance of leading national and local players in two of the
games selected by the Scout
4.) Discuss with the examiner the advantages which can be gained from participation in
sports(Games) and show that he has a good knowledge of the history of two games
selected by him

RIDER ​- JD-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SD-4 Horseman)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in horse riding and handling a horse.

1.) Have a seat independent of the reins and be able to maintain the correct seat and
position of the hands. Have a control of the pony or horse, with knowledge of the correct
aids in elementary movements, i.e. turns on the move, circles, increase and decrease
speed. Be able to jump low fences
2.) Know the essential grooming kit and its uses
3.) Be capable of saddling, bridling, and rugging up.
4.) Have an elementary understanding of feeding, watering and cleaning the horse or the
pony.
5.) Have knowledge of the care and the working of a horse or pony off grass
6.) Recognize a loose or worn shoe, risen clench, excessively long foot, and know what
action to take.
7.) Know the parts of a horse

E SOCIAL GROUP

PEN-FRIEND​- JE-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SE-1 World friendship)

Objective: - Demonstrate the interest in having and developing friendship with Scouts of other
countries

1.) Have an elementary general knowledge of the geography and history of at least ONE
foreign country.

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 2.) Have regularly corresponded during the previous twelve months ( social media
accepted) with a Scout from another country
3.) Have camped out for at least one night, with a Scout from another country or district
other than his own.
4.) Write a letter to a friend in another country ( social media accepted) in an international
language , describing our country. If using social media you should use pictures etc.

JUNIOR ORGANISER ​(JE-2) (Corresponding badge for over14 1/2 Organiser-SE-2)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability in basic organizing skills

Select and carry out one of the events given below

a) Organise and carry out an exhibition of handy craft by the Scouts of your Troop
(E.g.-Models of camp equipment, drawings, handy craft, etc.)
b) Organise an inter Patrol Competition for the Patrols in your Troop (E.g. Singing
competitions, Knotting competitions, Debates, Speech competitions, Explorations,
General knowledge competitions etc.)
c) Organise and carry out an inter Patrol sports competition for the Patrols in your Troop
(E.g. Cricket, Football, Hand ball, Swimming etc.

F CULTURE GROUP

DESIGNER​- JF-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SF-1 Artist)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in a specific form of art

1.) Demonstrate his interest, practice and proficiency in one of the following
Graphic Art- sketching, painting, etching, wood cuts etc.
Decorative Art-Printed or woven fabrics, posters, book jackets, wrought iron etc.
Plastic Art- Modeling in clay, plasticine etc., designing and making pottery etc.
Carving - Wood, stone, or semi permanent material e.g. Soap
Lettering- Calligraphy
2.) Know the names and about the work of at least three famous exponents of the art that he
has selected.
3.) Make a sketch of some object, or a group of objects or design selected by him , related to
the field selected by him in the presence of the examiner

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MUSIC MAKER​- JF-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SF-2 Musician)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in music, either singing or playing an instrument

1.) Demonstrate that he knows the meaning of the time signature and the ordinary musical
signs denoting the pitch and the length of notes in staff notation
2.) Read at sight two easy test tunes, either singing unaccompanied or playing an
instrument.
3.) EITHER a) Sing two songs selected by himself , one of them to be a folk song or a
traditional song( the songs should be suitable for unaccompanied singing at a camp fire)
b)Sing a part (treble or alto) in a part song OR sing a song with a chorus and lead the
chorus at a camp fire
OR a) Play two tunes selected by himself, one fast and one slow, on a musical
instrument of his choice b) Whistle or sing a tune with good chorus, or train and
lead a small party of whistlers or singers in a tune at a camp fire

ACTOR​- JF-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SF-3 Play Actor)

Objective:-Demonstrate basic skill in acting

1.) Have taken part or take part in a play or a playlet lasting at least 15 minutes
2.) Recite a poem or a prose passage, clearly and audibly, with suitable actions.
3.) Prepare and produce an original Patrol item for a camp fire not exceeding 5 minutes
4.) Demonstrate correct posture and movement on stage

MODELLER​- JF-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SF-4 Sculptor)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in making models

1.) Make a scale model of a bridge with small sticks

2.) Prepare a mounted display of the various types of knots known to him
3.) Prepare a scale size display of a properly laid out camp site
4.) Make a wooden, clay, or paper pulp model of a human being, a bird or an animal OR a
car, aero plane, ship etc.

DANCER​- JF-5(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SF-5 Folk Dancer)

Objective:-Demonstrate basic skills in an accepted form of dancing.

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 1.) Should have attended properly constituted dancing classes for at least six months
2.) Reach reasonable proficiency in at least 3 different kinds of dances recognized by a
properly constituted authority
3.) Dance have danced alone or with a troupe before an audience reaching reasonable
perfection

G. FARMER GROUP

WOODMAN​- JG-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SG-1 Forester)

Objective :- Demonstrate basic interest and knowledge about trees

1.) Be able to identify and recognize from a distance the following varieties of forest trees
and know the characteristics of their leaves, flowers and fruits a) 10 valuable timber
trees b) 10 Shade trees c) 10 fruit trees
2.) Be able to identify in his own locality 3 trees or plants of medicinal value and for what
sickness they could be used
3.) Be able to climb a tree to a height of 20 feet.
4.) Know the parts of a hand axe, and how to sharpen, repair and maintain it.

GARDENER​- JG-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SG-2 Horticulturist)

Objective:-Demonstrate basic skills in handling plants and looking after them in a garden

1.) Cultivate for 12 months a piece of ground not less than 144 square feet, plan plant and
grow successfully six kinds of vegetables and flowers
2.) Be able to identify 12 plants pointed out in an ordinary garden
3.) Discuss with the examiner different treatment needed for different plants, and be able to
plan colour in a flower bed or border
4.) Know how to make a compost heap, and the principals of manuring

​ANGLER​- JG-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SG-3 Fisherman)

​Objective: - Explain the understanding of fish and basic fishing

1.) Know the water safety rules. Understand the dangers of wading and precautions to be
taken.
2.) Keep a log of fishing trips done, indicating numbers , species, and size of fish caught,
where caught, methods used
3.) Be able to identify different types of fish, know about their habitat, feeding behavior etc.
4.) Demonstrate a knowledge of the technique of at least one type of fishing, and
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 5.) Demonstrate the correct way to cast with surf tackle or float tackle and the correct way to
use a landing net.

SMALL-HOLDER​- JG-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SG-4 Poultry man,
SG-5 Dairyman)

Objective :- Explain basic knowledge on small holdings

A Scout may attempt any one of the following

a) POULTRY
1. Rear at least 6 poultry for one year and know what food to give them
2. Show a knowledge of the treatment of common diseases.
3. Know to recognize the sick birds
4. Manage grass and earth runs .Know about deep litter runs
5. Show a knowledge in the treatment of broody hens
6. Understand the running of an incubator
7. Know how to feed and rear young birds
8. Name four breeds .
b) BEES
1. Demonstrate hive management and the handling of bees
2. Be able to recognize lava, good and foul broods, and sealed honey and
know at least one method of preventing a swarm
3. Be able to take a swarm and know the principals of artificial feeding
4. Recognise the Queen, the worker and drones and know the life cycle.
5. Produce a sample of honey from his own hive and discuss the importance
of its production and factors that affect it.
c) FISH
1. Set up and keep an aquarium containing a proper balance of fresh
water fish and plant life.( a minimum of three different kinds of fish
to be kept)
2. Be able to recognize at least 5 species of popular breeds of fish
and be acquainted with their habitat
3. Know the right type of food for the fish that he is rearing and know
the proper quantities and the frequency of food.
4. Discuss with the examiner the maintenance of the aquarium
during the year with particular reference to the results obtained

HERBALIST​- JG-5(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – none)

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Objective:-Be able to explain basic knowledge on medicinal and other herbs

1.) Make a collection of 15 medicinal herbs and 10 herbs used in cooking. Mount the
collection neatly in a book and label them clearly
2.) Know where to find the herbs he has collected, know to recognize them and name
them correctly
3.) Know the medicinal values of the herbs that he has collected and know how to
administer at least 5 of them.

H. EXPLORER GROUP

OBSERVER​- JH-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH 1 Tracker)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability in basic observations, memory and coming to conclusion
from what he has observed

1.) Remember 24 out of 30 well assorted articles in Kim’s Game, after one minute’s
observation. Test to be performed twice running with different articles and each article to
be adequately described.
2.) Recognise 8 out of 10 simple sounds by hearing alone
3.) Follow two simple nature trails each of half a mile length and each containing between
20 to 30 signs made of natural material. Test to be performed in terrain with which the
Scout is unfamiliar and, if possible, in varying weather conditions.
4.) Give accurate account of an incident lasting not less than a minute and involving at least
three persons. This report oral or written must include a full description of one of the
persons involved, selected by the examiner.
5.) Make three plaster casts of tracks of an animal, a bird, and a vehicle. All casts to be
taken unaided and correctly labeled with date and place of making.

STALKER​- JH-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH-1-Tracker)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in stalking camouflaging etc.

1.) Demonstrate his ability to stalk and use cover, camouflage, winds, shadows, and back
ground by doing the following.

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 a.) By day- 1. Cross half a Kilo Meter of open country to approach an observer in a
known position OR in town shadow an observer for half a KM and report on his
actions.
2. Camouflage himself against a three different back grounds, if possible under
varying weather conditions

b.) By night- 1. Approach unseen and unheard, within a reasonable distance,

according to local conditions , an observer whose position is known.
2. Locate and pass between two observers stationed a reasonable
distance apart according to conditions at the time of the test.

2.) Give proof of having stalked and studied at least 4 wild birds or animals in their
natural state in the open by describing the results of his observations, or by producing
sketches or photos which he has made.
3.) Make at least three plaster casts of tracks of animals, one of which must be wild.
All casts to be taken unaided and correctly labeled with date and place of making

MAP MAKER​- JH-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH-3 -Surveyor)

Objective:-Demonstrate the skill in compass work, map reading and map making by
triangulation

1.) Know and be able to use conventional signs used in 1: 50,000 Ordnance Survey
Maps.
2.) Know the 32 points of the compass and be able to find north by day and by night.
3.) Be able to read an one inch Ordnance Survey maps, interpreting the conventional
signs and contours accurately
4.) Be able to make Latitudinal and Longitudinal reference up to seconds for any point on
1: 50,000 O.S. Map.
5.) By using the plane table survey (Triangular method) make a map of the area 400
meters by 400 meters to scale. Area to be selected by the examiner.
6.) Enlarge such portions of a 1: 50,000 OS Map as the examiner may determine to a
scale of 3 centimeters to a Kilometer
7.) Draw a map of a route selected by the examiner not to exceed 2 KM showing all main
features within a reasonable distance on either side to a scale of 4 CM to a KM.

STARMAN​- JH-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months –SH-4-Astronomer)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic knowledge about the solar system and the universe and to find
directions using constellation of stars

1.) Demonstrate with diagrams , drawings or models, a good general knowledge of the
nature of the stars and planets and their apparent movements.

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 2.) Point out and name : Orion, Great Bear and any other plants and constellations visible
at the time of the test.
3.) Find direction by night by means of the stars.
4.) Demonstrate a general knowledge of the nature, relative positions and sizes of the
Sun, Earth, Moon, and the planets and their movements and the cause of eclipse.

WEATHERMAN​- JH-5(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH-5-Meteorologist)

Objective:-Demonstrate basic skill in understanding weather and equipment used .

1.) Keep from his own observations a daily record of weather for one month, using
Beaufort letters and symbols, including at least four of the following :- * Wind force and
directions * Weather (using Beaufort letters) * Cloud types and amount
* Temperature * Pressure * Rain fall
2.) Construct a simple rain gauge and a wind wane and know where to set up these
instruments to obtain reliable records
3.) Be able to name and describe briefly three different ways in which clouds are formed
4.) Know at least two natural signs foretelling fine weather and two foretelling bad weather

EXPLORER​- JH-6(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SH-6-Senior Explorer)

Objective:- Demonstrate the skill and interest in exploring areas not known to him and his ability
to use the compass

1.) Arrange and carry out an expedition for himself and at least two other Scouts,
preferably members of his Patrol, for not less than two days and one night duration in
country previously not visited. All equipment to be carried in rucksacks, and to include
food. Each rucksack to weigh not more than 14 Kilograms
2.) Plan a project and submit it to the examiner for approval: carry out the project alone or
with another Scout to the satisfaction of the examiner. The type of project should be a
simple exploration such as identifying and mapping all foot paths , by lanes or
waterways within one Kilometer radius of a given point
3.) Complete a journey, of three miles with a companion, using compass bearings only.
Four different bearings by degrees to be given by the examiner for this purpose A map
may be used.

I . SEAMAN GROUP

BOATSWAIN’S MATE​- JI-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SI-1-Boatswain)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill in handing a boat and ability to understand Bo ‘suns calls.

1.) Repair a small leak in a pulling boat or dinghy.

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 2.) Be able to make the following bends and hitches: Timber Hitch, Rolling Hitch, Marlin
spike Hitch, Blackwall Hitch, Midshipman’s Hitch, Fisherman’s Bend, Carrick Bend,
bowline on a bight, running Bow line, and be able to mouse a hook: Short and Eye
Splices, Single wall and Crown, and a Mathew Walker. Make one form of a stopper
knot.
3.) Make a fender, either of rope or canvas suitable for a pulling boat.
4.) Know how to start the engine of a small boat, check fuel and oil etc.
5.) Know the contents of a boat’s bag
6.) Make the following on a Bo’sun’s pipe: * Dinner *The Still * Lash up and stow
* Away ship’s boat *Carry on *Pipe Down

OARSMAN​- JI-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SI-2-Helmsman)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skills in handing a rowing boat.

1.) Take charge of a small dinghy or a similar craft in response to orders which shall
include sculling over the stern, anchoring, bringing alongside and making fast.
2.) Be able to pull an oar as a member of a boat’s crew
3.) Know the right way to lead a boat with either stores or personnel and how to trim her
correctly
4.) Use a heaving line from a boat
5.) Know the safety rules applicable to boating
6.) Get into a dinghy from water

CANOEIST​- JI-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SI-3- Master Canoeist)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skills in handing a canoe

1.) Be able to swim 50 Meters with clothes on( shirt and shorts as a minimum)
2.) Perform the following in either single or two seater canoe, in latter case while being in
charge in the rear seat :- a) Handle canoe in to water and make fast b) Get into
canoe from shore and paddle into mid stream c) Demonstrate correct paddling
technique by paddling 50 meters up stream, turning and paddling back d) Canoe in
deep water, bring canoe to short and empty out water e) Re- embark into canoe from
water knee deep.
3.) Be able to make simple repairs to a canoe, know what repair kit to be carried in canoe,
and show how to maintain a canoe in good condition.

​J . AIRMAN GROUP

AIRCRAFT MODELLER​- JJ-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SJ-1- Aircraft
constructor)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic skill necessary to fly a model aircraft

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 1.) Construct a model aero plane(use of kit permitted) which would have the following
minimum flight performance:-
Glider ( hand launched) 25 sec
Glider (Tow launched with 51 meters max. line length) 45 sec
Rubber powered 30 sec
Engine powered (15 sec max. motor run) 45 sec
Control line- demonstrate his model by making a smooth takeoff, three laps level flight at
approximately 6 ft. and climb and dive with a smooth landing
2.) Have a knowledge of the basic principles of flight, including the three axes and their
effect on stability and control

GLIDER​- JJ-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SJ-2- Glider Pilot)

Objective: - Explain basic skill in handling a glider on ground and show experience in going in
instructional flights.

1.) Demonstrate a) knots, hitches and splices used in launching equipment b) Launching
signals c) Handling and parking gliders.
2.) Have at least two instructional flights and have acted as a member of a general
handling crew in an actual launching.

AIR SPOTTER​- JJ-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SJ-3- Air Observer)

Objective: - show ability to recognize aircraft and the air craft marking at a distance

1.) Recognise correctly from photographs or silhouettes shown for ten seconds each,75%
of the aircrafts shown on a list made available by the examiner.
2.) Be able to recognize and name from a list submitted by the Scout, national air craft
markings, both service and civil of at least six countries including Sri Lanka
3.) Produce a log kept by himself for a period of not less than one month, reporting
aircrafts seen, giving identity or salient features and approximate heading.
4.) Describe the recognition features of six aircrafts selected by the examiner, in terms of
commonly used in air craft identification.

AIR APPRENTICE​- JJ-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months –none)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic ground handling of an air craft

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 1.) Know the proper conduct to adopt and the ordinary safety precautions to follow, when
on air field or near air craft.
2.) Know how to be of assistance to a pilot when taxing or picketing an air craft
3.) Understand the purpose of a signals area in an air field, and know at least six different
signals that might be displayed there. Know the standard Aldis Lamp (Signal Lamp)
and vary Light signals used on air fields.
4.) a) Be able to point out the following movable control surfaces of an air craft and
describe their functions:-rudder, elevators .ailerons, flaps etc.
b) Know the meaning of the following terms:- fuselage, main plane, tail plane,
leading edge, mono plane, dihedral, sweep back.
5.) Know how to be of assistance in the event of an air craft crash.

​K. PRACTICAL SCIENCE GROUP

Wireless man​- JK-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SK-1- Radio mechanic)

Objective: - Demonstrate basic knowledge in wireless technology.

1.) Connect a wireless receiver to its external connections including aerial, earth and
power supply. Know the safety precautions necessary with mains etc.
2.) Construct a very simple wireless receiver and tune it to a local broad casting station or
other transmitter, signals receivable on head phones or loud speaker. Kits may be
used.
3.) Soft solder a joint between two copper wires smaller than 16SWG.
4.) Run neatly the wiring for an extension loud speaker from one room to another and
ensure that both loud speakers operate simultaneously satisfactorily.
5.) Know what Blue Tooth technology is. Use this technology to communicate a message
from one room to another using a mobile phone and a Bluetooth speaker/another
phone..

HAND WORKER​- JK-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SK-2- Handicraftsman)

Objective: - Show a basic skill in one type of hand working skills, and the care of the tools used.

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 1.) Show the examiner that he has regularly worked at one of the following for at least six
months; book binding; rattan work ;wood work ; leather work ; metal work ; fret work ;
printing ; tailoring ; or any other handiwork the examiner would accept as equivalent to
the one4s listed.
2.) He should be able to handle tools and/ or the raw material with ease in the handwork
that he has chosen.
3.) He should have an elementary knowledge and a practical experience of the handwork
that he has chosen
4.) He should produce at least one item in the hand work field that he has selected in the
presence of the examiner. His workmanship should be neat.
5.) He should know how to take care of the tools and material used in his handiwork.
6.) Explain to the examiner any precautions that one should take to prevent injuries.

CAMERAMAN​- JK-3(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SK-3- Photographer)

Objective: - Demonstrate the basic skill and the knowledge to take good quality photographs

1.) Take any photograph of wild life e.g. bird’s nest, trees, etc. ,three photographs of
interiors, three landscapes and three photographs of persons who would not be aware
that the photograph is being taken
2.) Discuss 12 photographs supplied by the examiner and arrange them in order of merit,
as they appeal to him, giving his reasons.

ENERGY MANAGER​- JK-4(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SK-6- Energy
Conservator)

Objective: - Demonstrate the basic skill and the knowledge energy conservation

1.) Prepare an article of about 200 words, which can create an awareness in the society
about one source of energy out of the Primary Energy Sources , generally used in the
homes in Sri Lanka. You may use reference material in the preparation of this.
2.) Explain to the examiner the difference between renewable and non renewable energy
sources.
3.) Discuss with the examiner the reasons for the world energy crisis. The Scout should
read up the necessary reference material prior to this.
4.) Discuss with the examiner, steps that could be taken at home to minimize the wastage of
energy.

L. ​ ​HOBBIES GROUP

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STAMP COLLECTOR​- JL-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SL-1-Philatelist)

Objective:-Show an active interest in collecting stamps of different countries

1.) Collect not less than 1,000 stamps from at least 20 different countries, in good
condition.
2.) Neatly mount and arrange his collection systematically.
3.) Describe what is depicted in 12 stamps selected by the examiner.
4.) Explain what is meant by 5 out of 8 common terms chosen by the examiner.

JUNIOR COLLECTOR​- JL-2(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months –

SL-2-Outstanding Collector)

Objective:-Demonstrate a basic interest in collecting items as a hobby

1.) The Scout should by his own effort, collect any ONE of the following items (the
minimum number of different kinds is indicated within the brackets), mount them in a
suitable manner and neatly label them. Specimens from foreign countries may be
accepted.:- Match box labels(20), Food can labels (50), Picture post cards (50),
Feathers (50), Badges (75), bottle Covers/Stoppers(50), The Examiner may accept
any other items similar to the ones listed above. The minimum number to be decided
by the examiner.
2.) He should convince the examiner that he made the collection himself.
3.) The Scout master must recommend the Scout to be tested for this badge only if he is
personally aware that the Scout has been engaged in this hobby over a considerable
period of time.

M. FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION GROUP

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JUNIOR HAPPY HOME​- JM-1(Corresponding badge for over 14Yrs 6 months – SL-1- Senior
Happy Home)

Objective:- Demonstrate how the Scout helps the parents at home.

Examiner ​…….. A suitable person acquainted with family counseling and interested in young
people

Duration……​Three months after passing the Group Scout Master’s Award. The Scout should
start on this badge only after passing the Group Scout master’s Award and will be tested for
it three months after.

1.) Maintain a log for three months as a Junior Scout after passing his group scout
Master’s Award on the under mentioned and/ or similar help that he has rendered at
home
● Washing Sweeping Cleaning etc.
● Laying table, preparing tea, serving visitors etc.
● Marketing preparation of menu etc.
● Religious duties he carried out at home and his place of worship etc.
● Looking after pets.
● Cleaning the garden
2.) Family particulars to be collected and entered in the log.The following table may be
adopted
Name Age Profession/School Class
1. Father
2. Mother
3. Brother
4. Sister
5. Brother in law
6. Sister in law
7. Nephew
8. Niece

3.) The Scout Master whenever possible visits the scout at home and satisfies himself on
the help that the Scout renders at home, and his attitude towards his parents, brothers
etc.. He then gives a letter to the examiner requesting his to help the Scout by
questioning and guiding him to lead a good and a clean life.
4.) Examiner to question the Scout on his home and the record he has maintained and
then to advise him on how he could live a life of clean habits and how he should
practice his religion, and continue to help his parents etc. in every way to make them
happy and proud of him.

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SENIOR SCOUTS
A. PUBLIC SERVICE GROUP

INTERPRETER​- SA-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1- Linguist)

Objective: - Be able to show a fairly good skill in two languages other than the Scout’s
Own language.
Pass the following tests in any language other than his own.
1.) Carry on a conversation lasting 15 minutes. The conversation to include some of the
words in the basic Scout vocabulary such as the words for Scout, Patrol, Camp, tent,
camp fire, Troop etc.
2.) Write a letter of at least 300 words, dealing with one of the several topics given by
the examiner.
3.) Read aloud intelligibly, and give an approximate translation (without the help of a
dictionary) of a paragraph of average difficulty from a book, news paper or a
periodical.

PUBLIC HEALTH​- SA-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-2- Missioner)

Objective: - Be able to explain what Public health generally means and be able to use such
knowledge to safe guard health of campers at a camp.

1.) Pass or have passed the Missioner Badge

2.) Know what is meant by public health- what it is and how it has developed.
3.) Have a general knowledge of the functions of the human body and how it works
4.) Have a knowledge of the modern methods of disease prevention
5.) Know the rules of healthy living in camp and construct to a high degree of efficiency:- a
camp incinerator; a properly screened and fitted latrine; a camp urinal; a grease pit; a
camp larder, proof against flies etc.
6.) Know how to improve and safeguard his own personal health
7.) Understand the dangers of infectious and contagious diseases, and the measures taken
by the authorities to prevent their occurrence.
8.) Describe the methods used in his local authorities to ensure sanitary storage , collection
and destruction of house refuse and understand the importance of such measures.
9.) Understand the importance of waste segregation (compost, plastic, glass etc.)

FIREMAN​- SA-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-3- Fire Fighter)

Objective: - Be able to demonstrate the skill in using equipment used to extinguish fires, and
explain how he could be of use in controlling a serious fire.

1.) Pass or have passed the Fire Fighter badge

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 2.) Have a knowledge of the history and traditions of the Fire Service, how it is organized
and functions in your area.
3.) Know the dangers and understand the fire precautions at home, relating to wood fires,
kerosene stoves, electricity, electric appliances, fuses, petrol, storage of material,
fireworks, candles, bottle lamps ,etc. Know the dangers of fire at camp and what
precautions should be taken .
4.) Explain the methods of rescue used in different situations. Explain and demonstrate
crawling with an unconscious person, rescue by ladder and lowering by line.
5.) Demonstrate how to lift and walk with an unconscious person using the Fireman’s lift.
6.) Know the causes of different types of fires, and how to deal with an outbreak of fire.
Know and demonstrate the functions and proper use f different types of fire
extinguishers. Demonstrate the use of a mat for beating or smothering a fire
7.) Demonstrate how to use a fire hose, including connecting it to a hydrant
8.) Be able to answer questions on the workings of a Fire Station and the use of equipment
carried on fire engines etc.

LEADING SIGNALLER​- SA-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-4-

Signaller)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in Morse and Semaphore signaling, including speed and
accuracy.

1.) Send and receive a message of not less than 150 letters at rate 9 in Semaphore(45
letters per minute)
2.) Send and receive a similar message in Morse:- on buzzer at rate 8(40 letters per
minute). By torch or lamp at rate 6(30 letters per minute)
3.) Demonstrate that he knows a recognized procedure when sending and receiving
messages
4.) Improvise at least 2 methods of sending a message (One Morse and one Semaphore) at
least ½ KM at over rate 4(20 letters per minute)

NOTE: 90% accuracy to be required in all tests. Outdoor sending and receiving stations to be a
minimum of 150 metres apart. Buzzer stations to be in two separate rooms.

DISPATCH RIDER​- SA-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-5- Cyclist)

Objective: - Be able to use a bicycle or any other vehicle with regard to safety of himself and
others, carry out simple repairs.

1.) Own or have the use of a bicycle, scooter, motor cycle or a car. .
2.) Demonstrate that he knows the high way code and be able to read a road map.
3.) Be able to carry out running repairs to the bicycle, scooter, motor cycle or the car.
4.) Write a message from dictation, and deliver it at a point at least five KM away indicated
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 5.) Understand what action he must take in case of an accident, such as reporting to
parents, police etc.
6.) Know first aid up to Group Scout Master’s Award

PATH FINDER​- SA-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-6- Guide)

Objective: - Show is ability and interest in exploring areas not known to the Scout previously.​

1.) Pass or have passed the Guide Badge

2.) Demonstrate that he has thoroughly explored an area of at least 2 KM radius by
submitting logs of expeditions for two of the following specific objectives
a.) Following all foot paths, and waterways shown in past and present maps, and
reporting on their existence and present condition
b.) Prepare a full report on agriculture and industries of the locality and the use to
which the land is put.
c.) Making a full report on the history of the locality, giving particulars and history of
antiquities and places of special interest and the extent to which it has changed
or altered by modern developments including advertisements etc.
d.) Prepare a full report on soil , trees shrubs, flowers birds and animals found in the
area.
e.) Making a full report on not less than five KM of navigable river or canal, including
tides, channels , shoals or mud banks, local rules and customs and any
regulations affecting the use of waterways by the Scouts . The report to include
full details of two camp sites adjacent to mooring places in the area.

NOTE: The logs submitted will give the distances covered and be accompanied by explanatory
sketches, maps and photographs.

AMBULANCE​- SA-7(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-7- First Aide)

Objective: - Demonstrate first aid treatment for fractures, internal bleeding, poisoning and
stoppage of circulation of blood; demonstrate methods of transporting a casualty

1) Pass or have passed the first Aid Badge

2) Know how to diagnose, and demonstrate the treatment for all fractures to limbs and for
dislocated jaw
3) Know to identify basic internal bleeding and understand the importance of treatment for
shock and taking the patient to a doctor without delay.
4) Understand the treatment for choking including abdominal thrust for different age groups.
5) Demonstrate methods of carrying a patient using two hand seat, three hand seat, four
hand seat, and the fireman’s lift. Demonstrate two other methods of transporting a patient,
when alone.
6) Know how to deal with a case of suspected poisoning.

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7) Competently lead a team of Scouts to deal with an accident staged by the Examiner. Such
incident to include all items covered in First aid Badge. These incidents to be conducted in
as realistic a manner as possible. All actions proper to the situation must be actually taken
and the Examiner will test for coolness, resourcefulness, correct action (including message
to the parents and doctor) and proper treatment at all stages.
8) Demonstrate CPR, and Recovery Position. Under no circumstance should a living person be
used to demonstrate CPR.
9) Make an effective improvised stretcher and demonstrate how to use it.

RESCUER​- SA-8(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-8- Life Saver)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in doing rescue work in water, and the Scout’s knowledge of
basic first aid necessary in rescuing a drowning person.

1.) Perform in water four methods of rescue (one to be “ uni grip”) and three of release from
the clutch of a drowning person. The drowning subject to be approximately the size of
the rescuer, and to be carried at least 15 meters by each method .
2.) Dive from the surface to a depth at least five feet and bring up a stone, brick or any
similar object of not less than 2 Kilos in weight at least two out of three times.
3.) Swim 50 meters in shirt and shorts, and undress without touching ground
4.) Throw a life line within one yard of a small object 15 meters away. The thrower to be up
to waist in water.
5.) Lead a team to deal with emergencies as given in the Life Saver Badge.
6.) Demonstrate CPR and recovery position.( A living person should not be used to
demonstrate CPR)

PILOT​- SA-9(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-9- Coxswain)

Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to take charge of a small sailing boat or a motor boat and go
on an expedition of 48 hours.

1.) Pass or have passed the Coxswain badge

2.) Be able to reads a chart, plot a position by three methods and lay off a course making
allowances for variations and deviation of the compass and tidal set
3.) Know the different types of Buoys, light houses and light vessels in general use, and the
usual danger, storm and fog signals. Discuss Beaufort wind and Sea Scales
4.) Understand the use of a Barometer in fore casting weather
5.) Know the proper gear that should be carried in a sailing boat to ensure the safety of the
vessel under all conditions.
6.) Organise and take charge of of a Patrol expedition of 48 hours minimum duration in a
boat. Journey to a point at least 10 KM from start and return Keep a log showing course
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 7.) Read mariner’s Compass marked in points and degrees and be able to estimate roughly
(using chart and tide table) the depth of water and state of the tide.
8.) Demonstrate how to take soundings

HANDYMAN​- SA-10(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-10- Jobman)

Objective: - Be able to do minor repairs and renovations etc. at home.

Be able to do at least 10 of the following, 6 of which should be demonstrated

a) Install and know how to detect deflects in fluorescent lights

b) Glaze a window both in wood and iron frames
c) White wash or paint a ceiling or a room
d) Change the tyre of a car
e) Repair defective plastering
f) Effect minor repairs to furniture such as broken castors, table and chair legs,and
upholstery
g) Remove parts and service a Kerosene or gas cooker
h) Clean and polish a car
i) Wash and iron a shirt and a pair of trousers
j) Mix concrete and effect simple repairs with it
k) Repair children’s’ toys
l) Know how to polish various types of floors e.g. wood, cement, terrazzo, linoleum etc.
m) Put a neat patch on a garment and darn a sock
n) Re- hang a door and repair it including fixing the locks

CIVICS​- SA-11(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge on basic law of the country and about the general
geography etc, and how the Scout has taken action to help elder or handicapped persons.

1.) Prepare two maps showing a) The boundaries of the electoral District where he lives b)
The boundaries of the local authority and those of its wards in the area that he lives
2.) Have studied the system of local government operating in his locality and describe the
method of elections and qualification for voting, and provide proof of his knowledge of
this subject verbally or in written for.
3.) Write a short history (1,000 to 2,000 words) of the area that he lives
4.) Have an elementary knowledge of sources of Sri Lankan law.
5.) Have a basic knowledge of criminal procedure, how civil law cases are dealt with and
the right of appeal from all courts
6.) Produce evidence that he helps neighbors, especially those who are handicapped or
aged or is training himself to do so.

CONSERVATION​- SA-12(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1- Linguist)

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Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge in the importance of the conservation of nature.

1.) Be able to describe the effect on wild life resulting from: fire, over growing, unwise forest
practices, soil erosion, and water pollution.
2.) Give a talk for 5 minutes or write an essay of about 500 words on “The need for
conservation for the survival of life on Earth”.
3.) Understand the importance of wild life and nature reserves
4.) Discuss with the examiner the ways in which he could and is helping conservation in his
town or village
5.) Do one of the following:-
a) Select a species of endangered wild life in our country and discuss with the
examiner ways and means of protecting it
b) Cary out or assist with a bank erosion control or other improvement project on a
stream, pond or tank etc..
c) Help carry out a conservation project on a farm, or Scout camp site
6.) Do one of the following:-
a.) Build and set out in suitable places at least 3 nestling boxes
b.) Visit a project built for flood control. or for increasing flow in a river during a drought
or for irrigation purposes and write a report on that.
c.) Find out what happens to domestic waste and industrial waste in his community and
write a report on 1.) The methods used to purify water and prevent pollution or
2.) Action that should be taken to prevent polluting the waterways.
7.) Name three causes for floods, and three methods of controlling floods

B. PUBLIC SERVICE GROUP

CAMP WARDEN​- SB-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JB-1-Camper)

Objective: - Demonstrate the capabilities as an experienced camper according to

the Scout’s age.
1.) Pass or have passed the Camper Badge
2.) Have camped 10 nights since reaching the age of 14Yrs and 6 months
3.) Camp for a week end at a suitable site and report on the differences, advantages, and
disadvantages of this site ,i.e. ground, soil, trees and general suitability as a camp site
4.) Show practical knowledge of the camping standards and apply that knowledge in
planning a camp for at least three Patrols from locating the site to returning home..
5.) Make a tent, ground sheet rucsac or other similar article of camp equipment.
6.) Have helped satisfactorily at a permanent camp site for not less than six nightsor where
this is not possible, have taken sole charge of a camp for a week end. Such camp to
have not less than eight campers and to be visited by the examiner.

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MASTER COOK​- SB-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JB-2- Cook)

Objective: - Be able to select and purchase correct ingredients and cook properly for a Patrol

1.) Cook for a Patrol or family of seven, both in camp, and indoors, which may include
roasting boiling frying, making rotti sweets cakes, puddings, drinks, and pickles. Prepare
and serve food punctually and hot following niceties and good manners
2.) Know how to buy food select substitutes, draw up priced and balanced & sound menus
to include quantities required for a camp of a week end for at least two Patrols. Limit for
the cost of catering will be decided by the examiner.
3.) Know how to prepare a hot meal(two items) and a hot drink without utensils except a
small can or a saucepan.

NATURALIST​- SB-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JB-3- wood craftsman)

Objective: - Demonstrate the interest in the whole field of nature

1.) Show evidence of an intelligent interest in the whole field of nature with particular regard
to one of the Following: - a.) Trees & shrubs b.) Wild flowers c.) Bird life d.) Local wild
animals e.) Ferns and grasses f.) Rocks & fossils g)Sea shore or pond life h) Butterflies
moths & other insects- produce specimens , log books etc. as the pursuit may warrant
2.) Discuss with the examiner his observations and the sources of information he may have
used

SENIOR PIONEER​- SB-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JB-4- Pioneer,
JB-5 -Backwoodsman)

Objective: - Be able to demonstrate his knowledge and skills in knots, lashings and Scout
Pioneering.

1.) Pass or have passed the Backwoodsman badge

2.) Demonstrate his knowledge in all knots , lashings and splicing from membership to the
President’s Scout Award
3.) Demonstrate two types anchorages
4.) Demonstrate his knowledge and skill in constructing the under mentioned as a member
of a Patrol where he either leads or takes a leading part in doing
a) Simple bridge building
b) Aerial runway
c) Flag staff with 6 staves
d) Making a raft
5.) Lead a Patrol in making a camp kitchen or demonstrate his ability construct and use
instructional pioneering models
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 7.) Make the following :- Scaffold hitch, Water Bowline, Spanish bowline

VENTURER​- SB-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Demonstrate the desire for new challenges, adventure, outdoors etc.

1.) Complete an adventure journey as a member of a Patrol in which he shall play a leading
part. The journey, which may be short in length, must include at least five incidents such
as rescue from fire or heights, compass work, night work, decoding, water incidents etc.
2.) Be reasonably proficient in two of the following. Each of the two must be selected from
different groups as under a.) Boxing, fencing wrestling judo, Karate etc. b.) Rowing
roller skating, sailing, etc. c.) Swimming, diving d.) Gymnastics, tumbling etc. e.)
Rock climbing, rope spinning f.) Track athletics, field events, cross country running
etc. g.) Rifle shooting, archery , darts, etc. The examiner may substitute similar
activities as the situation warrants
3.) Be able to perform three of the following: - a.) Climb a tree to a height of 30 ft. from the
ground b.) Vault a fence two thirds his own height. C.) throw a sixty foot line to fall
between two pegs , four feet apart at a distance of 50 feet twice out of three times
d.) Swim 20 meters wearing clothes e.) Climb a rope to a height of 15 feet from the
ground
4.) Make a journey of at least 20 KM on foot or by boat, with not more than two other
Scouts. Route must be one with which the Scout is not familiar. Sleep out, using only kit
carried in rucksack. The examiner may set the candidate one or two tasks, which require
a specific report, but no general log of journey required. The journey must be such as will
constitute a definite test of determination, initiative and self reliance

QUARTER MASTER​- SB-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JB-6- Junior
Quarter Master)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability in organizing & managing food and equipment at camp and
in the Scout group

1. Should have served as a Quarter Master in a Scout Group/Troop/Patrol for a

minimum period of 2 months OR
Should have been the Quarter Master for a Pack Holiday /Patrol camp or a Troop camp
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 2. Be able to demonstrate how food and equipment be stored at a camp
3. Explain how tents, cooking utensils, rope and other equipment should be stored and
prove that he practically uses these methods
4. Prepare a menu for a Group, Troop Patrol or a Pack for a 48 hour camp. Discuss it
with the examiner
5. Demonstrate the ability to prepare a balanced meal at a camp, and prepare a list of
prices of food items to be used therein.
6. Be able to do two of the following
a) Repairing and storing a tent
b) Disposal and proper management of refuse at camp
c) Knowledge about maintaining a proper inventory
d) How to maintain kitchen equipment rust free
e) Show a list of tools that you would take to camp to repair damaged
equipment. Demonstrate your ability to use them and look after them
f) Cleanliness and proper order is a sign of a good Quarter Master. Explain to
the examiner how you do that in the Troop or Patrol.

C . EDUCATION GROUP

BOOKMAN​- SC-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JC-1- Reader)

Objective: - Demonstrate the love for reading, and how reading helps to understand the culture
and the history of Sri Lanka & other countries

1) Supply the examiner previous to the test with a list of at least 18 books that he has read
during the previous 12 months. The list should include some standard literary works, at
least one book on the culture, or the history of Sri Lanka or the culture or history of a
particular area in Sri Lanka, at least one book on a national heroes of Sri Lanka and also
a novel by a foreign author where he could learn about the culture etc. of that country.
Discuss with the examiner these books explaining why he selected these books. Answer
any questions that the examiner may ask based on the contents of these books

2) Write his own review of a book lent to him by the examiner

3) Explain how he selects which books to read, and understand the facilities which exist in
his locality for obtaining books
4) Demonstrate how books should be cared for by producing some of his own books

ORATOR​- SC-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JC-2- Speaker)

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Objective: - Be able to Demonstrate basic rules in conducting a meeting and taking part in a
debate

1.) Demonstrate the duties of a chairman by taking the chair at a meeting

2.) Speak on a prepared subject to an audience of not less than 10 people, speech to last
not less than 10 minutes
3.) At five minutes’ notice a.) Prepare a vote of thanks b.) Make an impromptu speech of
3 to 5 minutes duration on a subject(Choice of three allowed)
4.) Know the ordinary rules of debate and have taken a leading part in not less than five
debates or set discussions.

SENIOR SCHOLAR​- SC-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JC-3- Scholar)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in academical work and some form of leadership in other
extra and co- curricular activities such as clubs and societies

1.) Pass or re-pass the Scholar Badge.

2.) Show evidence that he regularly reads at least three standard periodicals of educational
value and be able to answer questions on them, which the examiner may ask.
3.) Show evidence that he is a member of a school or public library, and regularly visits it for
the purpose of reading or reference.
4.) At the time of the test he should have been holding one of the following offices for at
least six months a.) a school prefect b.) A school monitor c.) A president or a vice
president of a club or association d.) A secretary or assistant secretary of a club or an
association e.) A student librarian or a senior officer of a library

CLERK​- SC-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JC-4- Scribe)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in written communications, taking down minutes of a meeting,
and a basic knowledge in book keeping

1) Have good handwriting

2) Write an official letter to his District Commissioner or school Principal on a simple
subject given by the examiner
3) Write a reply to a letter given verbally by the examiner
4) Have an elementary knowledge of double entry system of book keeping
5) Prepare the minutes of a meeting, particulars of which would be given by the examiner
6) Have maintained his Log book satisfactorily.

TYPIST​- SC-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

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Objective: - Be able to show a fairly good skill in two languages other than the Scout’s own.

1) Be able to type at a speed of 30 w.p.m. in English or 20w.p.m. in Singhala or Tamil

2) Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Word or a similar application
3) Type accurately the following
a) A normal business letter to a merchant
b) A statement of accounts ( one A4 sheet)
c) The minutes of a meeting (one A4 sheet)
This could be done on a type writer or on a computer.

C. SPORTS GROUP

SENIOR ATHLETE​- SD-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JD-1- Athlete)

Objective: - Demonstrate the physical fitness and skill in different forms of athletics

Group Event Under 16 years Over 16 years

(1)a Running 100 meters 13.8 sec.s 13 secs
200 Meters 28 secs 27 secs
400 Meters 66 secs 65 secs
800 Meters 2mts. 4 secs 2 mts. 3 secs
1500 Meters 5 mts 40 secs 5 mts 30 secs
b. Walking 5000 meters 40 mts 35 mts
(2) Jumping Long Jump 5.3 Meters 5.5 Meters
High Jump 1.3 Meters 1.6 Meters
Pole Vault 2.5 Meters 2.8 Meters
(3) Throwing Weight 5Kg.- 8 Meters 6 Kg- 9 meters
Discus 1.1Kg-31.6 Meters 1.5Kg- 35 Meters
Javelin 33 Meters 35 Meters
Hammer 23.6 Meters- 4 Kg 25 Meters- 6 Kg.
Cricket ball 56 Meters 60 Meters
(4) Physical a. Stamina Skipping, Running
Efficiency
b. Strength Press ups, Pull ups

c.Skills Dribbling football

Dribbling Basket ball
Basket ball shooting
Bowling, batting
3 Drills

d. Speed Shuttle relay; Speed

skipping

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 e. spring Upward Spring;
Standing board jump,
standing hop-
step-jump, standing
high jump

MASTER SWIMMER​- SD-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JD-2- Swimmer)

Objective: - Be able to show the skill in swimming

1.) Swim 100 Meters crawl style

2.) Swim at least half a Kilometer
3.) Perform the following dives a.) Racing dive from the edge of the pool. b.) Dive from
board at least three meters above the surface of the water c.) Neat dive from a spring
board, or a run

Master Sportsman​- SD-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JD-3- Sportsman)

Objective: - Be able to show a good skill and a basic knowledge of sports

1.) Take a very active part in at Least one of the following games : Rugby football,
Association Football, Cricket, Hokey, Basket ball, Volley ball, Elle( The examiner might
decide on any other games in addition depending on the situation.
2.) Have represented his school, House, class or club in one of the above games and have
reached reasonable proficiency and have shown good sportsmanship in it.
3.) Be able to referee or umpire at one of the games selected by him.
4.) Be able to take charge of a practice of one of the games that he has selected and show
the examiner that he knows the kind of activities that should be carried out at such
practice
5.) Know the national and international players of distinction in at least two of the above
games during the current year.
6.) Be actively interested and know the rules and the techniques of ONE of the following –
Boxing, Wrestling, Karate,, Judo, OR Lawn Tennis, Badminton, Table tennis,, Chess,
Carrom.
7.) Explain to the satisfaction of the examiner the type of training he undergoes to keep
himself fit and active.

HORSEMAN​- SD-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JA-1- Linguist)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in handling , looking after and riding a horse

1.) Should be an active and a regular rider of a horse or pony and understand the meaning
of balance and correction. Know the reasons for Maintaining the correct seat and
applying correct aids
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 3.) Know the various articles of grooming kit and be able to use them.
4.) Have an elementary knowledge of shoeing and first aid
5.) Know the governing principles of feeding and watering, and be able to put these
principles into practice.
6.) Know the governing principles of ventilation in the stable
7.) Be able to rug up and bandage correctly.

ARCHERY​- SD-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in archery and the history of archery in Sri Lanka

1.) Own a bow & arrows.

2.) Be able to score: - a.) At 50 meters with a regulation target, 60 points with 3 arrows and
b) 80 points with 30 arrows.
3.) Know thr basic history of archery in Sri Lanka.

E. SOCIAL GROUP

WORLD FRIENDSHIP​- SE-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JE-1- Pen
Friend)

Objective :- Demonstrate the interest in other countries, the desire to make friends from another
country and the knowledge about different world organisations

1) Have an elementary knowledge of the geography, history and the people of at least
three countries other than his own.
2) Have corresponded with(Social Media accepted) regularly for not less than an year with
a Scout from another country (either individually or as a part of a Troop link up)
3) Have some knowledge of the organisation and the activities of the WOSM and in
particular the Asia Pacific Region
4) Have done at least two of the following :-
a) Camped or hiked at least two days with a Scout of another country. Produce records
of this to the examiner
b) Visited another country and called on Scouts there, or attended a foreign Jamboree
or a National Jamboree where foreign Scouts took part.
c) Have kept an album or scrap book for at least one year which depicts the national
affairs, sports, culture and Scouting activities of the country where he has a foreign
friend
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 5) Know the main point of the United Nation’s Charter, the purpose and the basic structure
of the UNO, the main principals of the declaration of Human Rights and be able to
explain these in simple terms

ORGANISER​- SE-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JE-2- Junior Organiser)

Objective: - Be able to show a fairly good skill in two languages other than the Scout’s own.

Plan and carry out two of the under mentioned events, showing your understanding of the 5W

+1H method (Why? When? Where? Who? What? And How?)

a) Organise a religious activity in a temple, kovil, church , or a mosque. The duration

should be a minimum of half a day. Submit a brief report
b) Organise a party for children. This could be for both boys and/or girls. It should include
games, talk on a current topic, serving refreshments etc. submit a brief report.
c) Carry out a Shramadana or any other community service project of at least 5 hours. This
should be done with the Scouts of your Troop. Submit a brief report.
d) Carry out an educational tour as the main organizer or an active member of the
organizing team. At least 20 Scouts or other children should take part in this. Submit a
brief report.
e) Organise with the permission of the relevant Akela/scout Master an one day trip and a
programme for a Cub Pack /Scout Troop. Include games challenges , educational
experiences to the programme. Submit a brief report.

F. CULTURE GROUP

ARTIST​- SF-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JF-1- Designer)

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Objective: - show the skill in a selected medium, explain his knowledge about the masters of
this medium.

1.) Show knowledge and ability in one of the forms of art as given in the Designer badge.
2.) Show specimens of his own work and discuss them with the examiner with particular
reference to :- a.) any necessary preparation of media and material b.) opportunities for
the further study of this art medium c.) examples of masters which he has seen or
books which he has studies, and his opinion of these work.

MUSICIAN​- SF-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JF-2- Music Maker)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in singing or playing a musical instrument, and explain his
knowledge about works of musicians.

1.) Sing effectively a solo or play a tune on a musical instrument suitable for a camp fire
2.) Be an active and a regular member of a choir music society , a Scout band etc. OR be
regular following music classes for over a period of one year and has reached
proficiency according to his age.
3.) Be able to read and understand musical notations used by either western or oriental
musicians
4.) Recognise four out of six tunes hummed or played by the examiner
5.) Discuss with the examiner the works of his favourite singer or musician and give good
reasons for his choice
6.) Discuss the contribution made to music by a western or oriental musician of renown.

PLAY ACTOR​- SF-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JF-3- Actor)

Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge and skill in Drama and specifically the Scout’s skill in
acting

1.) Have taken part in a full length drama or one act play before public, school or Scout
audience and have attained a reasonably good standard in acting OR have acted an
important part in a school or Scout stage performance (which may include Gang shows)
2.) Recite to the satisfaction of the examiner, from memory, with full dramatic effects, a
passage of not less than 20 lines (about150 words) taken from a standard dramatic
work.
3.) Have read at least 2 Standard dramas written by eminent .dramatists and be able to
convince the examiner that he has understood them.
4.) Have witnessed at least 3 full length dramatic performances since reaching the age of 14
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 5.) Understand and be able to draw and explain the plan of a modern stage and show the
examiner that he is acquainted with modern lighting devices and make up effects for the
actors on the stage. He should also be aware of the need for strict silence and discipline
of actors off stage as well.

SCULPTOR​- SF-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JF-4- Modeller)

Objective: - Show the skill and interest in sculpturing and the knowledge about well known
masterpieces of sculpturing in Sri Lanka and abroad

1.) Produce by his own effort, with material such as wood, stone , plaster of Paris, clay etc.
models of the bust of a human being, the entire body of an animal.
2.) Discuss with the examiner , past masters in the art of sculpture in the world an in
SriLanka
3.) Name three historical places in Sri Lanka where master- pieces of sculpture could be
seen , and describe the various forms of sculptures that could be seen there.

FOLK DANCER​- SF-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JF-5- Dancer)

Objective: - Be able to show the skill in local and western dancing techniques, and the interest
in them

1.) Be able to perform to the satisfaction of the examiner with a troupe or alone, for 10
minutes any one of the following dances:- Kandyan, Low country, Ves, Indian, western,
Oriental or western ballet.
2.) Should have had training in dancing for at least 12 months under a competent dance
teacher
3.) Be able to discuss with the examiner 2 of the above dances, their history , technique etc.
G. FARMER GROUP

FORESTER​- SG-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JG-1- Woodman)

Objective: - Be able to show the knowledge and interest about trees.

1) Be able to identify 20 varieties of trees, know their uses, and be able to identify them
from a distance.
2) Have a general knowledge of the structure of a tree , how it feeds, breaths
3) Name the dangers to which trees may be exposed, i.e. fire insects, diseases, other plants
etc..Discuss with the examiner the methods of combating these dangers
4) Prepare soil and successfully transplant a young tree. Know how to deal with the wounds
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 5) Know how to select an axe, name parts, how to take care of it, how to sharpen it and the
safety rules of axemanship
6) Discuss with the examiner the importance of protecting forests and how forests help us.

HORTICULTURIST​- SG-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JG-2- Gardner)

Objective: - Be able to show the skill and the knowledge of home gardens, and the management
thereof..

1) Name 5 of the following pointed out in a park or a garden :- trees, shrubs, rock plants,
grasses, herbs etc.
2) Prepare and discuss with the examiner, either a plan for a lay out of an herbaceous
border with particular reference to continuity of bloom, colour schemes, and
comparative height, or a plan for an ornamental bed of trees, plans, shrubs, bulbs etc.
to give bloom all year round
3) Give a plan for a 10-rod allotment for supplying vegetables for one year, listing the
seeds needed.
4) Show a fruit tree pruned by himself and discuss the principals and the purpose of
pruning
5) Discuss and show the examiner how to propagate plants by seed, division, cuttings,
layering, budding, and grafting
6) Give names of 5 varieties of fruit grown in Sri Lanka
7) Understand the importance of controlling the pests and diseases. Know how to use
sprays, dust, grease bands.
8) Know how to cultivate and maintain the fertility of his own garden soil
9) Understand the dangers of pesticides, insecticides, weedicides, and the use of chemical
fertilizer.

FISHERMAN​- SG-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JG-3- Angler)

Objective: - Show the skill in handling fish and in fishing

POULTRYMAN​- SG-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JG-4- Small holder)

Objective: - Show the skill in handling poultry in a farm

Dairyman​- SG-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JG-4- Small holder)

Objective: - Show the skill in handling and maintaining cows

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PADDY CULTIVATOR-​ SG-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months None)

Objective: - Show the skill and knowledge in paddy cultivation

1.) Know and have practice of various aspects of paddy cultivation i.e. from ploughing to
harvesting in both seasons.
2.) Have an understanding of at least 3 varieties of paddy and how they have to be grown to
receive the best yield.
3.) Discuss with the examiner at least 3 types of difficulties faced by the paddy cultivators at
present.
4.) Have a general understanding of ancient varieties of paddy endemic to Sri Lanka, and
the benefits of growing them. Understand why some of these varieties does not need
insecticides and weedicides etc.
5.) Have a knowledge of pests, diseases , insects and weeds that may effect and harm
different varieties of paddy, and remedial measures needed to control them
6.) Have an understanding of the paddy land act and the activities of the “Govi Karaka
Sabas”

H . EXPLORER GROUP

TRACKER​- SH-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JH-1- Observer .

JH-2-Stalker)

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Objective: - Show the skill & ability in tracking foot prints and in observation

1.) Pass or have passed the observer or the stalker badge.

2.) Recognize and explain two different characteristics in each of three different human
footprints.
3.) Solve with reasonable accuracy, three tracking stories in sand or other suitable natural
material.
4.) Make a total of 5 plaster casts of the tracks of birds, animals, car, or cycle. All casts to be
taken unaided and correctly labeled, with date and place of making. Two of them (at
least) to be wild animals or birds)
5.) Lay a trail of at least ½ KM in length containing at least four different kinds of signs made
of natural material, 40 to 60 signs to be used, and the route to be over ground that the
Scout is unfamiliar with. The trail to be followed by a Scout of G.S.M. Standard

HIKER​- SH-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Show the skill in planning a hike and in hiking

1.) Demonstrate methods of packing and carrying a complete hiking kit for a 24 hour hike.
The kit to include food. Be prepared to justify his choice of the kit.
2.) Take part in 3 hikes , during each of which a kit is carried and the Scout sleeps out.
Distance of two hikes to be at least 10 KM each and the other to be not less than 30 KM,
with two nights camping out. Logs of high standard to be produced.
3.) Select a route for a 15 KM hike from a OS map not necessarily of his own district, giving
reasons for his choice of route.
4.) Select three areas of approximately 1 Sq. KM from a map, where a good hike camp
should be possible, giving reasons for the choice of the area.
5.) Make an article of hiking kit, such as tent, sleeping bag, rucksack, a bag or other
container in which to pack pans, food toilet requisites etc.
6.) Show a knowledge of personal hygiene, care of feet and foot gear.

SURVEYER​- SH-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JH-3- Map Maker )

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability to understand maps , in making maps and using equipment
used for surveying

1.) Pass or have passed the map maker badge. Draw a simple cross section from an OS
map( Line chosen to include varied features, gradients etc.)
2.) Have worked as a member of a Surveyor’s Party for a total of five days directly assisting
a surveyor.
3.) Be familiar and be able to manipulate the Theodolite and other instruments used by a
surveyor.
4.) Make an O.S. map of one KM radius of an area selected by the examiner.

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ASTRONOMER​- SH-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JH-4- Starman )

Objective: - Demonstrate the interest and skill in astronomy, and about the stars & planets and
how they are scientifically observed

1.) Demonstrate with diagrams, drawings or models, a general knowledge of the nature of
the stars and planets, and their apparent and actual movements. Understand the cause
of the seasons, eclipses, etc..
2.) Be able to describe in generally the bodies of the Solar system,, Sun, Moon,(With an
explanation of its phases) Planets, Satellites, Comets, Meteoroids, and minor Planets.
3.) Recognize the main constellations that can be seen to the naked eye from Sri Lanka.
4.) Understand the principles of telescope, and spectroscopes. Discuss the work carried in
an observatory. Have a basic understanding of the world’s leading observatories.
5.) Keep an observer’s diary for a period of not less than two months, with a planned
progamme included, such as, estimating the magnitude of a variable star , estimating
time from the apparent movement of the constellations.

METEOROLOGIST​- SH-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months –

JH-5-Weatherman)

Objective: - Demonstrate how weather maps are made, equipment used to gauge and predict
weather.

1.) Pass or have passed paragraphs. 3 & 4 of the weatherman badge

2.) Keep from his own observations, a daily record of weather for one month
3.) Explain the purpose and the principles of the simple thermometer, wet and dry- bulb
thermometer, barometer, and an anemometer.
4.) Know how synoptic weather maps are produced and be able to understand a simplified
version of such a map, such as printed in newspapers.
5.) Understand the following : relative humidity, dew point, isobar, millibar, isotherm,
Buys-Ballot’s law, cold front, warm front, and illustrate any explanations with diagrams.
6.) Construct a wind-vane, and a simple rain gauge.
7.) Understand at least three different ways in which clouds are formed.

SENIOR EXPLORER-​SH-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JH-6- Explorer)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in planning, organizing and executing long hikes and
expeditions

1.) Pass or have passed the hiker or the Master Canoeist badge
2.) Take part in an expedition with not less than 2 and not more than 4 Scouts. The
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 3.) The expedition must be planned to extend over at least four consecutive days(with 3
nights out), spent away from home, under canvass, rough shelter or open. All necessary
equipment and food must be taken and all meals be prepared by the members of the
expedition.
All Scouts of the expedition will take an equal part in the planning arrangements before and
during the expedition but it is not necessary that all participants should be under test.
A log of the expedition must be kept by each member of the party, having previously agreed
between themselves a different emphasis for each log.- e.g.:- Weather, Geography,
History, Archeology, Botany , Ornithology etc.
The route and the special log subjects must have the prior approval of the examiner.
The expedition, whether on foot or otherwise must be a test of determination, courage, physical
endurance and a high degree of cooperation among those taking part.
An expedition on foot should cover at least 80 KM.
An expedition by water will cover at least 80 KM and the log will cover such points as the state
of the river conditions, of banks, obstructions to navigation, currents etc.
An expedition by bicycle will cover at least 150 KM , as far as possible off Class A roads.

ARCHEOLOGIST​- SH-7(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months –none)

Objective: - Demonstrate the Scout’s interest and skill in prehistory, archeology, law relating to
archeology and about preserving archeological sites

1.) Have a knowledge of ONE of the periods of human pre history ( e.g Palaeolithic,
Mesolithic, Bronze Age, Iron Age etc.) and have a basic knowledge of the cultures of the
people of the period selected
2.) Show an understanding of the importance of preservation of ancient monuments, the
necessity of reporting finds, and the danger of digging without expert supervision.
3.) Have a general knowledge of the methods used by archaeologists for discovering and
recognizing sites(e.g. field work, aerial photographs, etc.) and a knowledge of the
process of scheduling ancient monuments and the law of Treasure Trove.
AND TWO OF THE FOLLOWING
4.) Produce a log with sketches and/or photographs of at least one week”s work on a “dig”
which he has assisted
5.) A.) Produce a log of a study of various periods of architecture including sketches made
in the field, of different styles B.) Show that parts of temples or churches can be
approximately dated by the architectural style
6.) Make a report of objects of two periods exhibited in a museum. N.B.: The report must be
illustrated with sketches made in the museum and show knowledge of the importance
and the use of the objects.
7.) Carry out an archaeological project selected by himself and approved by the examiner.

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I . SEAMAN GROUP

BOATSWAIN​- SI-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JI-1- Boatswain’s Mate)

Objective- Demonstrate the skill in naval rope work and boat handling

1) Pass or have passed the Boatswain’s mate badge

2) Be able to do the under mentioned
a) Eye splice
b) Turk’s Head
c) Chain splice
d) Be able to point a rope(any method) and apply West Country and Sail Maker’s
whipping
e) Know the different kinds of purchase tackle and rig a “Handy Billy”
f) Be proficient in pulling a boat, canoe or sailing dinghy

MASTER CANOEIST​- SI-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JI-3- Canoeist )

Objective: - Demonstrate the Knowledge & skill in handling canoes, repairing them, skill in
organizing canoe camps.

1.) Pass or have passed the Canoeist Badge

2.) Demonstrate paddling technique in moving water, including ferry glides facing up and
down stream, and some other special strokes, such as sweep, sculling and J stroke.
3.) Have a general knowledge of canoeing waterways, and a general understanding of right
of way, grading of difficulty, and sources of information.
4.) Know what equipment is needed for a canoe- camping expedition and how to stow them.
Take a party in a canoe camping expedition of 20 -30 KM on inland waterways, with two
nights camping.

J. AIRMAN GROUP

AIRCRAFT CONSTRUCTOR​- SJ-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JJ-1- Air
craft Modeller )

Objective: - Show the skill and interest in air craft models, construction of them and flying same.

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 1.) Make any two of the following, one of which shall be of Scout’s own design and is to be
accompanied by his working drawings (The use of kit is permitted)
a.) Rubber band driven model , to fly for 60 seconds
b.) Glider( hand launched) to fly for 40 seconds
c.) Engine powered model to fly for 90 seconds
d.) Flying scale model to fly for 20 seconds
e.) Start his model and get it air borne in 5 minutes. Perform at least 15 laps
demonstrating his control of the model by performing such manoevres as are
appropriate to its type followed by a smooth landing. Use of drones and quadcopters
allowed permitted.
2.) Discuss his models with the examiner, with special reference to the methods of
construction and general aero-dynamics principles affecting flights, e.g. how lift is
obtained , causes and effects of drag; stall and methods of curing

GLIDER PILOT​- SJ-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JJ-2- Air Glider)

Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to Maintain and fly a glider under supervision

AIR OBSERVER​- SJ-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JJ-3- Air Spotter)

Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to recognize types of aircraft, by observing the markings and
the shapes of the air craft

AIR MECHANIC​- SJ-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to Maintain and fly a glider under supervision

AIR NAVIGATOR​- SJ-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None )

Objective: - Demonstrate his ability to read air maps and plot basic routes and calculate
estimated time of arrival of Aircrafts

K. PRACTICAL SCIENCE GROUP

Radio Mechanic ​- SK-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JK-1- Radio
Mechanic)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability to assemble a simple receiver, and the knowledge on radio
technology

1.) Posses a working knowledge of the principles of radio broadcast, transmission and
radio
2.) Assemble a simple receiver in temporary form and be able to draw a diagram of his lay
out, using correct technical symbols
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 4.) Have a basic knowledge of blue tooth technology, and how it is used in various
equipment that people use.
5.) Have a basic understanding of how an amplifier works
6.) Know the main characteristics of long, medium short and ultra short wave bands.
7.) Be able to solder and use simple tools such as cutters, pliers and screw drivers

HANDICRAFTSMAN​- SK-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JK-2-

Handworker)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability in one of the crafts as given in the syllabus

1.) Show that he has successfully pursued one of the following for not less than one year,
and produce six appropriate articles made by himself (e.g. Basket work, book binding,
carpentry, leather work, metal work, spinning, weaving, printing, pottery, shell craft etc.,
etc.)
2.) Discuss with the examiner with particular references to a.) Tools and material used, b)
Possible projects for future c) Sources of information which he has referred to.

PHOTOGRAPHER​- SK-3(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JK-3- Cameraman)

Objective: - Demonstrate the ability to use a camera, and take good quality photographs

1.) Demonstrate his understanding of the mechanism of his camera, shutter speed, stops
and focusing device.
2.) a.) Show a knowledge of lighting of indoor and outdoor subjects
b) Discuss with examiner the use of accessories such as tripods, exposure meters,
filters etc.
3.) Discuss common faults in composition, exposure, etc. from specimens shown by the
examiner
4.) Take with any camera, three portraits, three landscapes, three pictures from unusual
angles. , three photographs of buildings of unusual architectural styles. One at least of
the above to be taken indoors.
5.) Show that he has begun to specialize in some particular aspect of photography (e.g.
portrait, movie, still life, Children, action etc.) Discuss with examiner, photographs and
techniques involved. Discuss with examiner photographs taken by Scout on the subject
of his specialization, covering a period of at least 3 months

ELECTRICIAN​- SK-4(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

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Objective: - Demonstrate the ability to simple repairs to electric apparatus, and his knowledge
about the working of electricity.

1.) Have an elementary knowledge of the terms and measurements used in electrical work
2.) Make connections in electrical wiring and replace defective switches, lamp holdes etc.
3.) Make a simple electro magnet. Construct a Morse Buzzer set which can operate
between two rooms.
4.) Explain the difference between A.C and D.C.
5.) Explain the purpose of fuses and earthing and the dangers caused by improper
connections and the improper use of domestic electrical appliances.
6.) Know the action to be taken in case of electric shock
7.) Be able to read a domestic electricity meter and calculate cost of current consumed
since last reading.
8.) Understand simple steps that could be taken to reduce the home electricity consumption.

MOTOR MECHANIC​- SK-5(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – None)

Objective: - Demonstrate the skill in identifying minor faults in vehicles.

1.) Demonstrate that he understands the working of the internal combustion engine and
know the names and the functions of all the principal parts. Diagnose simple running
faults such as misfiring, choked jet,, incorrect mixture etc.
2.) Demonstrate Oil & Grease chassis points, attend to oil level in a gear box and axle, and
tap up the battery. Mend a puncture. Check order of firing, clean and test spark plugs
3.) Demonstrate how to change the car wheel correctly, and what precautions to be taken.

ENERGY CONSERVATOR​- SK-6(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JK-4

Energy Manager)

Objective: - Demonstrate the knowledge and interest in conserving energy

1.) “It is expected that all the countries in the world, will face a huge Energy Crisis by year 2025”
Explain validity of this statement to the examiner using any reference material on Primary
energy Sources.
2.) Using reference material, prepare a report on how energy as electricity & fuel for cooking is
wasted when used by people in Sri Lanka.
3.) Using reference material suggests to the examiner methods that could be used to minimize the
waste of energy as explained in no. 2 section above.
4.) Select at least 3 houses that use electricity, in your area, and conduct the under mentioned
survey.
a.) Get from the selected house holders, the way that they use electricity ((lights, cooking, fans,
refrigerator, radio, T.V. etc.)
b.) Record the reading of the electricity meter at the beginning of the month. Using the
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 c.) Using the reference material create an awareness in the people of these selected homes
about the minimizing the wastage of energy.
d.) Record the reading of the Electricity meter at the end of the month.
e.) Calculate the number of Units consumed using the meter reading at the beginning of the
month and the present meter reading.
f.) Compare this figure with the units used in the previous month, and submit the records to
the examiner.

L. HOBBIES GROUP

PHILATELIST​- SL-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JL-1- Stamp collector)

Objective: - Demonstrate the Interest in philately and what he has learnt from it

1.) Pass or have passed the Stamp collector badge

2.) Have a total collection of stamps of not less than 1500 covering at least 25 countries,
mounted correctly in proper order
3.) Demonstrate that he knows the basic terms used in philately.

OUTSTANDING COLLECTOR​- SL-2(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JL-2-

Junior Collector)

Objective: - Demonstrate the interest in collecting specific items as a collector

1.) The Scout should over a period of at least 6 months through his own effort collect 50
different kinds of any on of the following items, mount them or assemble them in a neat
and logical manner and label them. (e.g. coins, head gear grains, seeds, shells, different
kinds of wood, stones clothing material, etc.) Any other items may be approved by the
examiner, provided that it is intelligently categorized and the Scout has a fairly good
knowledge on the specimens. The examiner may also use his discretion as to the
number of items collected, according to the Scouts environment and back ground.
2.) He should be able to recognize any specimen the examiner may select from his
collection and give a short talk on it.
3.) By explaining the source of each specimen he should be able to convince the examiner
that the collection was his own effort.

SENIOR HAPPY HOME​- SM-1(Corresponding badge for under 14Yrs 6 months – JM-!- Junior
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Objective: - Demonstrate what the Scout does to help his parents, and his knowledge about his
basic family history

1.) Maintain a log book for a minimum of three months after completing the District
commissioner’s Award giving the following (or similar) responsibilities that he carried out
at home :-
● Helping parents, brothers, sisters, older relatives etc.
● Making the home beautiful
● Simple repairs to house
● Accompanying parents to visit relatives
● Assisting mother in preparing meals etc.
● Participating in family budget making
● Entertaining visitors
● Service rendered to neighbors
● Attending religious functions with parents.
2.) The family chart- The Senior Scout will draw a family chart giving all his relatives from
grandparents down to the 4​th​ or 5​th​ generation, to his nephews and nieces and in some
cases his grand nephews etc. this chart should be drawn on a large sheet of paper and
names clearly stated
3.) The Scout Master would when ever possible visit the home of the Scout and satisfy
himself on the accuracy of the Log record for this badge and the Family chart.
4.) The examiner examines the log and the family chart and discusses with him on the
following
● How he practices the 10​th​ part of the Scout Law-“a scout is clean in thought, word
and deed” specially discussing his attitude towards sex.
● How he helps to make his home a happy place
● Any other problems that he wishes to discuss with the examiner

The examiner will counsel the Scout and will give him good advice for a decent living

​SAMPLE FAMILY CHART

Paternal Maternal
Grand Father/Grand mother Grand Father/Grand mother

Uncle/Aunt Uncle/Aunt Father Mother Uncle/ Aunt Uncle / Aunt

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Cousins Cousins Cousins Cousins

Bothers/ Sisters Self Brothers/ Sisters

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