What is the main purpose of the Lifesaving merit badge?

To prepare Scouts to assist in water accidents.

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  1. To prepare Scouts to assist in water accidents ✔
  2. To teach competitive swimming racing
  3. To certify Scouts as pool managers

Why: The badge prepares Scouts to help in water accidents with rescue knowledge, skills, and judgment.

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Answer: To prepare Scouts to assist in water accidents. The badge prepares Scouts to help in water accidents with rescue knowledge, skills, and judgment.

  1. Scouting America: Lifesaving www.scouting.org/merit-badges/lifesaving
    prepare Scouts to assist those involved in water accidents
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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