Pocket Knife Safety

Follow these knife safety guidelines keep your knife sharp.

Pocket knife safety.

The adage is that every man should have a pocket knife but teaching kids how. Whether they re shaving down kindling opening a bottle or sharpening a stick to roast a hot dog the pocket knife is an indispensable camping accessory for any young boy scout. One of the most important safety practices is sharpening it on a regular basis. Part of pocket knife safety means maintaining the blade s cleanliness and sharpness.

I will respect my pocket knife jackknife at all times and use it as a designated tool. Until you believe that your child has fully grasped and comprehended knife safety the knife should only be used in your presence and afterwards kept by you. A well maintained knife is not only more useful but also a lot safer. Training workshop on pocket knife jackknife handling and safety and i will always agree to the following guidelines to ensure the safety of myself and those around me at all times.

A dull knife is a dangerous knife. It may include an awl for drilling holes a can opener or a combination screwdriver and bottle cap opener. A knife is a tool not a toy. Our cub scouts may seem a little young to be learning about knives but according to bsa s age appropriate guidelines bears webelos and arrow of light scouts can use a pocketknife.

If you follow a few simple rules you should never cause unnecessary injury to others or yourself. Learning life lessons is one of the things i love about cub scouts. To clean open all the tools and use a toothpick or moist cloth to wipe dust and lint from inside the pocket. It may have more than one blade or tool.

Written by dan lawton few kids forget their first pocket knife. With a knife the dangerous parts are the sharp edge and the pointed tip. Teach them that it is a tool not a toy. Always use a sharp knife never a dull knife.

A dull knife needs a lot of force to be able to cut through things and this means that it s more likely to slip and. In the cub scout adventure program the bear and arrow of light. Treat a knife with respect and the right to use the knife as an honor and privilege. It s important to always take care of your pocket knife.

I will always keep my pocket knife jackknife closed and stored when not. Gvdv pocket folding knife with safety liner lock tactical knife for camping hunting fishing with titanium coated blade belt clip stainless steel wooden handle 4 5 out of 5 stars 702. Victorinox swiss army climber pocket knife 4 8 out of 5 stars 281. Make sure your kid understands pocket knife safety.

Kids are all different and nobody knows them better than their parents. Knife safety is like firearms safety you have to follow the rules at all times.