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''Source: 2007 Boy Scout Requirements (33215)'' | ''Source: 2007 Boy Scout Requirements (33215)'' | ||
| - | == | + | == Worksheets == |
| + | Merit Badge Worksheets can help Scouts organize notes, listen actively, and document their work. Many worksheets also contain links to free, online video instruction. | ||
| + | * [http://meritbadge.org/index.php?title=Merit_Badge_Worksheets Merit Badge Worksheets] | ||
| + | * Backup copies: [http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/list.asp usscouts.org] | ||
| - | == Help with these requirements == | + | == Notes == |
| + | [http://www.scouting.org/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges.aspx Per the BSA:] ''You should read the merit badge pamphlet on the subject.'' Merit badge pamplets are available at your local [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/storeloc.aspx Scout Shop] or online at [http://www.scoutstuff.org/ ScoutStuff.org]. | ||
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| + | == Help with these requirements == | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
[[Category:Boy Scouts]] [[Category:Merit Badges]] | [[Category:Boy Scouts]] [[Category:Merit Badges]] | ||
Revision as of 02:53, March 3, 2008
| Painting merit badge | ||
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| Status: | Elective | |
| Created: | 1911 | |
| Discontinued: | no | |
| BSA Advancement ID: | ||
| Requirements revision: | 2003 | |
| Latest pamphlet revision: | 2002 | |
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Merit badge requirements
- 1. Explain the proper safety procedures to follow when preparing surfaces and applying coatings.
- 2. Do the following:
- a. Explain three ways that coatings can improve a surface.
- b. Explain the differences between oil-based paints and water-based paints.
- c. Explain where you would apply enamel paint, flat paint, wood stain, and varnish, and explain the importance of sheen.
- d. Tell why each is best for these uses.
- 3. Prepare and paint two different surfaces using patching material, caulking, and proper primers and topcoats. Suggested projects include an interior or exterior wall, a door, a piece of furniture, a concrete wall or floor , a porch rail, or a fence. Your counselor must preapprove the projects.
- 4. Prepare and paint an item using harmonizing colors that you have created by tinting white base paint.
- 5. Show the right way to use, clean, maintain, and store painting equipment.
- 6. Explain the importance of ladder safety, environmental responsibility, and personal hygiene when painting.
- 7. Explain some of the environmental and health issues concerning removing paint, applying paint, and discarding old paint.
- 8. Discuss with your counselor the various career opportunities associated with the painting trade.
Source: 2007 Boy Scout Requirements (33215)
Worksheets
Merit Badge Worksheets can help Scouts organize notes, listen actively, and document their work. Many worksheets also contain links to free, online video instruction.
- Merit Badge Worksheets
- Backup copies: usscouts.org
Notes
Per the BSA: You should read the merit badge pamphlet on the subject. Merit badge pamplets are available at your local Scout Shop or online at ScoutStuff.org.

