Knife Axe and Saw Licence
Assessment Questions and Criteria
Practical Assessment
- Demonstrate the ability to safely whittle a stick to a point with a knife.
- Demonstrate the ability to safely cut a ‘V’ channel into a log with a hatchet or felling axe and secure the log while cutting.
- Demonstrate the ability to safely use a splitting axe and block.
- Demonstrate the ability to safely cut a branch, with at least a 2 inch diameter, using a saw.
Theory Assessment
- What does the law in the UK state about carrying knives?
- Give examples of when it would be appropriate and inappropriate for you to carry a knife.
- How would you transport your knife to Scouts or a camp?
- What are the main different types of knives and axes used in bushcraft at Scouts?
- State some rules that should be followed when using knives at Scouts?
- How would you look after a knife, axe and saw between uses?
- What would you do in the event of a serious cut injury?
- Demonstrate how you would open a knife. (Swiss army/folding and fixed blade)
- Demonstrate how you would pass a knife safely.
- Demonstrate how you would pass an axe safely.
- What safety equipment is required when using an axe or saw?
- How would you construct a chopping area for using an axe or saw?