Task · part of 1. Hazards, first aid, and when CPR applies
1(b). First aid for the climbing list, including stopped breathing and concussions
Required Often forgotten
Heat and cold reactions, dehydration, stopped breathing, sprains, abrasions, fractures, rope burns, blisters, snakebite, concussions, insect bites and stings. Prevention as well as treatment.
Notes and warnings
Note. Stopped breathing and concussions are on this first-aid list, and rope burns with them. A hazard discussion carried over from a hiking or camping badge will not have covered those three.
Where this step comes from
- Climbing Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 1(b)