BSA Medical Information
Annual Health and Medical Record
(Valid for 12 calendar months)
Policy on Use of the Annual Health and Medical Record
In order to provide better care for its members and to assist them in better
understanding their own physical capabilities, the Boy Scouts of America
recommends that everyone who participates in a Scouting event have an annual
medical evaluation by a certified and licensed health-care provider—a physician
(MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. Providing your medical
information on this four-part form will help ensure you meet the minimum
standards for participation in various activities. Note that unit leaders must
always protect the privacy of unit participants by protecting their medical
information.
Parts A and B are to be completed at least annually by participants in all
Scouting events. This health history, parental/guardian informed consent and
hold harmless/release agreement, and talent release statement is to be completed
by the participant and parents/guardians.
Part C is the physical exam that is required for participants in any event that
exceeds 72 consecutive hours, for all high-adventure base participants, or when
the nature of the activity is strenuous and demanding. Service projects or work
weekends may fit this description. Part C is to be completed and signed by a
certified and licensed heath-care provider—physician (MD or DO), nurse
practitioner, or physician assistant. It is important to note that the
height/weight limits must be strictly adhered to when the event will take the
unit more than 30 minutes away from an emergency vehicle, accessible roadway, or
when the program requires it, such as backpacking trips, high-adventure
activities, and conservation projects in remote areas. See the FAQs for when
this does not apply.
Part D is required to be reviewed by all participants of a high-adventure
program at one of the national high-adventure bases and shared with the
examining health-care provider before completing Part C.
Northeast Illinois Council
Wood Badge is considered an high-adventure experience, and exceeds the 72
consecutive hours standard, Parts A, B, and C are required for all participants
and staff. It is strongly recommended that participants review Part D with the
examining health-care provider before completing Part C.