Guide to Safe Scouting

The Greater Colorado Council Health and Safety Committee offers many training opportunities in the area of health and safety including, but not limited to, Health and Safety Training, CPR, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, Climb on Safely, and Trek Safely. Many of these trainings can be found on the Scouting Online Learning Center Site.

The Health and Safety Committee meets quarterly and the meeting schedule is listed in the calendar. For more information about Health and Safety in the Greater Colorado Council, please contact Health and Safety Committee Staff Advisor, Dave Whitner at 303.455.5522.

CPR, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid Training Resources

CPR, First-Aid, and wilderness first aid training are available from organizations not affiliated with the GCC, and teach first aid to both youth and adults. Before beginning any training required by the GCC, please ensure you are taking the appropriate course to participate in outdoor activities or for advancement. Questions may be directed to Health and Safety Committee Staff Advisor, Dave Whitner at 303.455.5522.

American Red Cross, Mile High Chapter

CPR/AED, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid

Code Blue CPR

CPR/AED, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer

Colorado CPR Association

CPR/AED, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer