On my honor I promise to do my best to comply with this Boy
Scouts of America Scouter Code of Conduct while serving in my capacity as an
adult leader, adult partner, adult support, adult volunteer:
1. I have or will complete my registration with the Boy Scouts
of America, answering all questions truthfully and honestly.
2. I will do my best to live up to the Scout Oath and Scout Law,
obey all laws, and hold myself and others in Scouting accountable to those
standards.
3. I will exercise sound judgment and demonstrate good
leadership and use the Scouting program for its intended purpose consistent
with the mission of the Boy Scouts of America. I will help all of the scouts
achieve their goals, not just my own child and I will do my best to make sure
all scouts are conducting themselves in a safe manner, including my own scout.
I will judge fairly and use the same consequences for all scouts.
4. I will make the protection of youth a personal priority. I
will complete and remain current with Youth Protection training requirements. I
will complete and remain current in other required trainings; including but not
limited to position specific training, Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
(BALOO), Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, Weather Hazards, Climb On
Safely. I will be familiar with and follow:
·
BSA Youth
Protection policies and guidelines, including mandatory reporting
·
The Guide
to Safe Scouting
·
SAFE
Checklist
5. When transporting Scouts, I will obey all laws, comply with
Youth Protection guidelines, and follow safe driving practices.
6. I will respect and abide by the Rules and Regulations of the
Boy Scouts of America, BSA policies, BSA-provided training and Pack Committee
decisions, including but not limited to those relating to:
·
Advocacy on social and political issues, including prohibited
use of the BSA uniform and brand
·
Bullying, hazing, harassment, and unlawful discrimination of any
kind
7. I will not discuss or engage in any form of sexual conduct
while engaged in Scouting activities. I will refer Scouts with questions
regarding these topics to talk to their parents or spiritual advisor.
8. I confirm that I have fully disclosed and will disclose in
the future any of the following:
·
Any criminal suspicion, charges, or convictions of a crime or
offense involving abuse, violence, sexual misconduct, or any misconduct
involving minors or juveniles
·
Any
investigation or court order involving domestic violence, child abuse, or
similar matter
·
Any
criminal charges or convictions for offenses involving
controlled substances, driving while
intoxicated, firearms, or dangerous weapons
9. I will not possess, distribute, transport, consume, or use
any of the following items prohibited by law or in violation of any Scouting
rules, regulations, and policies:
·
Alcoholic beverages or controlled substances, including
marijuana
·
Concealed or unconcealed firearms, fireworks, or explosives
·
Pornography or materials containing words or images inconsistent
with Scouting values
10. If I am taking prescription medications with the potential
of impairing my functioning or judgment, I will not engage in activities that
would put Scouts at risk, including driving or operating equipment.
11. I will take steps to prevent or report any violation of this
code of conduct by others in connection with Scouting activities.