 Firem'n Chit Award
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This certification grants a Scout the right to carry matches and build campfires.
There is a wallet card and patch available.
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To earn this certification, the Scout must show his Scout leader, or someone designated by his leader, that he understands his responsibility to do the following: - Read and understand fire use and safety rules from the Boy Scout Handbook.
- Secure necessary permits (regulations vary by locality).
- Clear all flammable vegetation at least 5 feet in all directions from fire (total 10 feet).
- Attend to fire at all times.
- Keep fire-fighting tools (water and/or shovel) readily available.
- Leave fire when it is cold out.
- Subscribe to the Outdoor Code and Leave-No-Trace.
The Scout's 'Firem'n Rights' can be taken from him if he fails in his responsibility.
(In our troop, we tear off a corner from the wallet card for any minor infraction. When all four corners are gone, the scout loses his fireman rights.)
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