These requirements became effective on June 1, 2014.

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17. Lifesaving
    1. Do a(i), or a(ii), or a(iii))
       1. Complete the Boy Scout or Venturing Lifeguard requirements and hold a current certification. (Note: BSA Lifeguard certification lasts for three years from the time of certification.)
       2. Complete a 45-plus-hour emergency response course or an EMT Basic course.
       3. Earn the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training or Lifeguard Trainer certificate.
    2. First aid kit
       1. Help build a crew or family first aid kit.
       2. Know how to use everything in the kit.
       3. Teach another person or group how to make and use a first aid kit.

Source: Venturing Awards and Requirements (34784 - SKU 618767) and
www.scouting.org/filestore/venturing/pdf/Ranger_Award_Requirements.pdf.