For Scout Leaders

• The BSA requires that for all meetings/outings we use the Two Deep Leadership method.
• For meetings including online scout meetings
  • Two (2) BSA registered leaders must be involved
• For merit badge classes/meetings
  • A parent, guardian or other adult leader must be present when a scout meets with a merit badge counselor.
• Notify parents of meetings involving youth
• More info in the BSA Guide to Safe Scouting

• Become familiar with the features of your platform of choice
• Add a strong unique password (be careful with calendars)
• Enable a waiting room feature (if available)
• Disable “join before host”
• Add an alternate host (in case you are unavailable or late)
• Assign a facilitator for the meeting
• Assign a co-host
  • Monitors all attendees, chats, etc. and can override any unacceptable behavior
• Limit/Disable Screen Sharing and Annotation
• Learn how to remove a participant (if needed)
• Now is a great time to review BSA Cyber Chip with your unit

Virtual Meeting Platforms

• BlueJeans
• FreeConferenceCall
• Google Meet
• GoToMeeting
• Skype
• Webex
• Zoom
• Other platforms

For details on all the Scout Leader information, click HERE.

For a BSA Cyber Safety Moment document to share with your scouts and scouting units, click HERE.