These requirements became effective on June 1, 2014.

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17. Lifesaving
    1. 1. Do 1(a), (b), or (c) (i), a(ii), or a(iii)
       1. a. Complete the Boy Scout or Venturing Lifeguard requirements and hold a current certification. (Note: BSA Lifeguard certification lasts for three years from the time of certification.)
       2. b. Complete a 45-plus-hour emergency response course or an EMT Basic course.
       3. c. Earn the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Lifeguard Trainer certificate.
    2. 2. First aid kit
       1. a. Help build a crew or family first aid kit.
       2. b. Know how to use everything in the kit.
       3. c. Teach another person or group how to make and use a first aid kit.

Source: Venturing Awards and Requirements (34784 - SKU 618767) and
www.scouting.org/filestore/venturing/pdf/Ranger_Award_Requirements.pdf.