Health Forms, Tour Plan & Guide to Safe Scouting

Health Forms

Beginning January 1, 2010, the new Annual Health Form (long version which includes scuba infomation) and the Bilingual Health Form (English/Spanish with parts A, B & C only) will be used by all Scouts and Leaders. It is good for 12 months from the date of the exam by a health care professional. Many questions about use of this form are answered in the FAQ's.

Philmont, Seabase and Northern Tier still require a more detailed health form.

Tour Plan

As of March 1, 2011 we will no longer be accepting the Local and National Tour Permit Applications. You will need to use the new "Tour Planning Worksheet". This document will replace both the Local and National forms. There are also new guidelines for using ths new form. Please check out the links listed below for a list of when you need to fill out the Tour Planning Worksheet, directions for completing the worksheet and a fillable PDF version of the Tour Planning Worksheet. After completing the tour plan worksheet, save to your computer and email to tourplan@shac.org. You will receive an approved copy in return email. If you have any questions, please contact Carmen Rodriguez at 713-865-9123.

Tour Plan Guide

Tour Plan Instructions
Tour Plan Worksheet

Guide to Safe Scouting

The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting is to prepare adult leaders to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. The policies and guidelines have been established because of the need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through 90-plus years of experience. Limitations on certain activities should not be viewed as stumbling blocks; rather, policies and guidelines are best described as stepping-stones toward an enjoyable adventure.

All volunteers participating in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting. Unit leaders should be aware of state and local government regulations that supersede Boy Scouts of America policies and guidelines. Click here.