Quartermaster (and Assistant Quartermasters)
|
Description: |
Appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader to manage troop equipment and
see that it is kept in good working order. |
|
Reports To: |
Senior Patrol Leader or an Assistant Senior Patrol Leader; the troop
Quartermaster must have previously served as Assistant Quartermaster |
|
Duties: |
|
Keep an accurate inventory of the troop's gear, including
replacement cost of each item. |
|
Maintain records of purchases, model numbers, spare parts,
repair parts, use instructions, and other documentation
related to troop gear. |
|
Run a reliable check-out and check-in system for gear used
by Scouts. Ensure that gear checked out is ready for
use, and returned gear is clean, inspected, and ready for
next use. |
|
Work with the youth planner for each troop outing to
determine the equipment needed for camping and activities.
Arrange to have the equipment available for the outing, and
for it to be turned in and inspected upon return. |
|
Instruct Scouts in the troop on the proper use and care of
equipment. |
|
Develop (with assistance from the adult mentor to the
Quartermaster) a plan to replace worn out gear over time. |
|
|
Eligibility: |
First Class rank or higher,
unless special approval is given by the Scoutmaster |
|
Tools: |
|
