Requirements June 1972 – February 1979

1. Tell what precautions must be taken for a safe swim with your patrol, troop, or family.

2. Jump feetfirst into water over your head. Swim 100 yards with at least one reversal of direction. For the first 75 yards, use any stroke. For the last 25 yards, use a resting backstroke. Float for a minute with as little motion as possible.

3. Show water rescues in the following ways:

a. Reaching.
b. Throwing.
c. Going with support.

4. Show rescue breathing.