Today we are going to try and earn, or work towards earning, our Scouts DIY Activity Badge.
1. Show you can work safely and know about the following: hazard symbols and signs (for dangers such as toxic, flammable, irritant, electrical danger or slippery surface)
safety equipment (such as goggles, gloves, masks, ear defenders)
how and where to turn off mains supplies (such as water, electricity and gas) to the house.
2. Learn how to safely isolate individual electrical circuits at the consumer unit. This includes letting other users know that work is being carried out
3. Show or explain how you would deal with four DIY emergencies. For example:
unblocking a sink
patching a leaking pipe
adjusting the float arm of a cistern
changing a lightbulb
hinge a door back in place
fixing a door bell ringer
stabilising a wobbly stair rail
repairing a tear in clothes or upholstery
removing common stains eg ink, wine, and coffee
4. Take an active part in two major DIY projects, indoors or outside. You could:
prepare and paint, paper or tile the walls of a room
prepare and paint woodwork or furniture
fit a curtain track and hang curtains
make a freestanding storage unit or put up shelves
cover a floor with vinyl overlay, lino, tiles or carpet
hang a door and fit or repair locks and other door furniture
lay a patio, decking or path
build a low wall, barbecue, gate or fence
carry out routine service checks on a car, then clean and polish the car
5. Alternatively, you could do any other projects of a similar skill level. Agree what you’ll do with an adult who is skilled in the relevant areas.
Don't forget to submit your evidence to your leaders. We would also love to see your efforts in the comments section
