1st Bullsbrook Air Scout Group
Caving
To complete the Caving badge you must complete, with your Patrol or other Scouts and the appropriate qualified persons, all of the requirements for A, B and C. Participants must have attained the age of 11 years.
Caves must be considered horizontal or non-technical, and must not require the use of ladders or abseiling. Duration of underground stay must not exceed 4 hours consecutively. All caving activities are to comply to State safety regulations.
DEMONSTRATE
Prior to caving, demonstrate precautions applicable to caving including:
1. approaching drops
2. the safe distance from drops
3. the need to restrain loose hair and clothing
4. knowledge of standard communication conventions used in caving.
SKILL
Demonstrate knowledge of:
1. tape knot, including tie offs
2. figure 8 on a bight
3. the correct fitting of a harness
4. necessary personal equipment including:
a) lighting
b) protective clothing and hardware
5. the basic rules for the use and care of equipment.
ACTIVITY
Undertake two cave expeditions totaling not less than 6 hours.
