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This year, the competition was held in the 41st Fife, Rosyth, headquarters with five teams taking up the challenge. One Troop sent 5 members and although 1 was not allowed to take an active part in the competition, was allowed to observe the rest of the team. The winners from last year, relinquished the trophy and had to see it being taken by the 48th (Donibristle) team from Dalgety Bay. Well done to Stephen Hanlon, Gordon and Angus Ritchie and Craig Shaw.
| Subject | Max Points | 13th | 41st | 48th St D | 48th Doni | 68th |
| Electrical Safety | 20 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 11 |
| Transport Safety | 20 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 12 |
| Camp Food Hygiene | 20 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 10 | 15 |
| Mapping Symbols | 20 | 16 | 12.5 | 14.5 | 17 | 9.5 |
| Water Safety | 20 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 12 |
| Fire Safety | 20 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 12 |
| Mountain and Hill Safety | 40 | 14.5 | 9 | 11 | 16.5 | 13.5 |
| Totals | 160 | 95.5 | 89.5 | 91.5 | 97.5 | 85 |
| Inspection (not incl) | 20 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 16 |
The subjects in the table above are linked to the questions and answers for each subject, showing how points were allocated.
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The teams were presented with a scenario where on visiting their granny, she tells them her table lamp is not working and she asks them to fix it.
The lamp was burntout, the fuse in the plug was blown and the wrong rating, and the plug and cable had the following faults; Taped together, securing screw missing and cracked; Cord grip not on cable sheath; Burning arround the 'live' pin; Fuse rated at 13amp should be 3amp; Wired incorrectly (live and neutral wires reversed) with too much bare wires showing at the terminal.
After checking the lamp was not working, the examiner was looking for the team to remove the plug from the mains socket. They were then given the faulty plug, toidentify the problems and condemn the plug. The team was then given a good plug already connected to the lamp, but with the 13amp fuse blown.
After reconnecting to the mains and changing the bulb for a good one, the examiner then checked that the team to remove the plug again to check and replace the fuse, with a correctly rated one. 13 and 3 amp fuses were available. Corrcet use of the screwdriver was also checked.
All but one of the teams completed the task. All teams correctly removed plug before changing lamp and identified the plug as dangerously taped up, with bare wires and cord grip. Most did not identify burning around the live pin, the wrong fuse rating and incorrect wiring. All but one team, tried to unscrew the plug, with the plug held in the palm of their hand, instead of holding on the table.
Teams were given five questions to answer:
Walking along a country road, no pavements, what percautions should you take, especially in the winter months?
Walk on right (1), be prepared to walk in single file (1); keep close to side (1); may cross on sharp right hand bends (1); wear light coloured clothes or reflective material (1)
What is the difference between Pelican and Tucan crossings?
Tucan crossings do not have a flashing green man phase (1); cyclists can cycle across without dismounting (1)
Travelling by bus, what special care must be taken?
Only get on/off when stopped, to allow you to do so (1); Watch out for cyclists when getting on/off (1); never cross the road directly in front/behind bus, wait 'till it moves off and you can see clearly (1); never distract the driver (1)
When cycling, especially at night, what must be worn, fitted or used?
Wear light coloured appropriate clothes (1); cycle helmet (1); fluorescent/reflective accessories (1); front/rear fixed lights (1); rear red reflector (1) and amber pedal reflectors(1) must be fitted; other flashing lights and reflectors can be used (1) but must not be used alone (1)
When cycling in towns, are you allowed to use the designated bus lanes?
Only if the bus lane sign also shows a cycle symbol. (1)
Teams were given five questions to answer:
Food poisoning can be easily passed on at camp and at home. How can this be prevented?
Wash hands after toilet, and before preparing food or eating; dirty utensils; dirty tea cloths; rubbish; vermin (rats, mice, squirrels) - 4 points
How should kitchens and food preperation areas be treated?
Allow only cooks and assistants into area. Fires should be tended by a nominated person not involved in meal preparation; cuts covered; long hair tied back; hands washed; allow no one with colds to help. - 5 points
How should stores be maintained?
Cover up all food items, sealed boxes; store food away from other items like cleaning products. - 2 points.
What must be provided near toilet facilities?
Dry toilet paper; soap; clean towels. - 3 points
What is E.coli 0157, how is it spread, and what precautions can be taken?
Infection found in animal droppings (1); spread by contact and ingesting, so on land, stiles, fences, gates fields.(2); reduce risk by washing before eating/drinking/smoking; keep animals off land for 3 weeks; remove dropping; ensure water for drinking is treated. (3)
The teams were shown 20 OS mapping symbols (1:50,000) and asked to identify them.
Contour lines, Level Crossing, Cliff, Public telephone, Shingle and High Water mark, Pipe line arrow shows flow, Rocky outcrop, Footbridge (over water), Golf Course, Marsh or salting, Radio or tv mast, Aqueduct, Glasshouse, Flat rock, Electrict transmission lines, Quarry, Viaduct (carrying railway line), Slopes (or embankment), Spoil heap, Heliport,
None of the symbols were incorrectly identified by every team. The ones that two or more were incorrect were;
Cliff, Shingle and High Water mark, Pipe line arrow shows flow, Radio or tv mast, Aqueduct, Glasshouse, Flat rock, Electrict transmission lines, Slopes (or embankment),
The team was given the folloqwing scenario:
Your troop is away on summer camp. On site there is a wide river, that narrows and gets much faster a short way down stream, before entering a series of rapids. There is a large rock 2m high beside the bank that appears to be ideal to jump off into what looks like a deep pool.
Explain what precautions you would take to ensure the troop can have great fun, but in safety, in the water.
Look for the following:
Define area, both up and down stream. 2 points.
Safety rope across river, well above the area where the river gets faster as it narrows. 2 points.
Check the river bed for obstructions and ensure all swimmers are aware. 2 points
Swimming only allowed at appointed times to ensure systems set-up. 2 points
Appoint 2 (minimum) safety crew to keep watch, especially at the safety rope. 2 points
Buddy system to be operational (1), pair up (1), with buddy checks at regular intervals (2). 4 points
Diving forbidden. 2 points
Check area under rock (1), and decide if jumping in can be allowed (1). Extra safety guard required (1) and also designate area for jumping in (1). 4 points.
Question 1. - What type of fire would you use a Water, Dry Powder, Carbon Dioxide and Foam extinguisher on?
Water - fires involving paper, wood or furniture; Powder/CO2 - electrical or flammable; Foam - flammable liquids. (3)
Question 2. - What is a "Fire Action Plan"?
A plan agreed in the premises to be followed in case of fire. Should include how to "alert everyone", the setting of a "safe room" and an "escape route". (3)
Question 3. - What must comply with BS 5446?
Smoke detectors. (1)
Question 4. - Where should Smoke Detectors be fitted in the house?
Ideally and a minimum, on every level in a house, at the bottom and top of stairs.
In bungalows or flats, fitted in the hall between bedrooms and living areas. (2)
Question 5. - How often should they be tested and the batteries replaced?
Tested weekly, battery changed yearly. (2)
Question 6. - Fire extinguishers have recently changed to European Standard BS EN3 1996. What type of extinguisher has a RED body with a BLUE band?
Dry Powder. (1)
Question 7. - With the possibility of a firemans-strike, what extra precautions should be taken to avoid fires?
Avoid using candles; use thermostatically controlled fryers; be aware of christmas tree lights and decorations. (3)
Question 8. - If a fire does happen with the Deep Fat Frying pan, what action should be taken?
Do not move pan; Never use water; Turn of heat if safe to do so; Place damp tea towel over pan to smother flames; Leave to cool for 30mins; If unable to control fire, leave room, close door and call the Fire Brigade. (3)
Question 9. - What dangers must you be aware of, using electrical Multi Plug adaptors?
Overloading the socket, creates heat in the power supply cables and risk of fire. (1)
Question 10. - What must never be done with portable paraffin or gas heaters?
Move them while ignited. Turn them off and allow to cool, before moving them. (1)
The teams were asked the following 20 questions with a total of 40 points available.
Four, (1), but three if valleys near to habitation (Terrain Zero). (1)
Seven, (1), but two parties can move together in an emergency. (1)
Someone in trouble or who needs help. (2)
A reply to a red (1) or for illumination when there's no emergency. (1)
Global Positioning System. (2)
135o degrees. (2)
The Windproof (1) and Waterproof (1) outer layers.
Dangerous lowering of the internal (core) body temperature. (2)
Tired, hungry, wet and cold. (4 x 0.5)
Stop, shelter, feed and warmth. (4 x 0.5)
Who is injured, what the injuries are, what you've done about it, and where you are. (4 x 0.5)
A mountain over 3000'/914m (1) and a hill over 2500'/610m. (1)
By trapping layers of warm air. (2)
They absorb water and don't insulate when wet. (2)
No naked flames or lights (1), and not inside the tent. (1)
Water proofs (jacket and trousers), First-aid kit, spare clothes, spare food. (4 x 0.5)
Map, compass, whistle, survival bag. (4 x 0.5)
Aiming to the side of your destination, when it's on a river, road, or fence when you might miss it. (2)
The wind makes it feel colder than it actually is. (2)
Walking at 4kmh and 600m uphill every hour.
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