What safety protocols are in place at Pathfinder programs?
Pathfinder has an excellent safety record. Pathfinder instructors are trained in American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and water safety and many of them are lifeguards, wilderness medics or EMT’s. They also have directions and know how to get to the local walk-in clinic and emergency room. Pathfinder staff carry first aid kits in fanny packs or backpacks with them at all times and a large, very complete first aid kit is available in our central meeting area. In addition, most buildings have extensive first aid kits, and in some locations there is ready access to oxygen and automatic external defibrillators. Every building has a phone and attending adults are instructed on how to use it if such instruction is necessary.
