Please note that this entire document is to be returned to SLSWA and retained as evidence. This document MUST be completed PEN SURF RESCUE CERTIFICATE (CPR ENDORSED) THEORY ASSESSMENT WORKBOOK Version 2.3_062013 Candidate s Name: Club: Trainer s Details NAME PHONE EMAIL All answers MUST be completed in pen Candidates must achieve 100% pass mark. Incorrect answers are to be made correct from additional learning by the Candidate.
CANDIDATE THEORY ASSESSMENT WORK BOOK Task C The Theory Assessment Work Book should only be completed if the on-line theory learning and assessment activities are not being attempted. Surf Rescue Certificate (CPR Endorsed) Provide your answers to the questions on the following pages. All answers MUST be completed in pen Candidates must achieve 100% pass mark. Incorrect answers are to be made correct from additional learning by the Candidate. SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 2
UNIT 1 OHS Policies & Procedures Chapter 1 Safety & Wellbeing Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition Lightning Policy MSDS Medical Air Disinfection of Equipment Procedure 1. I can assist with ensuring my club is a safe place for me to carry out my duties by: a. Regularly cleaning the club premises, first aid room & storage areas b. Using the sharps container to dispose of needles and sharps c. Following any club signage that relates to hazards d. All of the above 2. According to the attached Lightning Policy, when should the beach be closed? a. When the flash to bang count is 40 seconds b. When the flash to bang count is 35 seconds c. When the flash to bang count is 31 seconds d. When the flash to bang count is 30 seconds 3. According to the attached Lightning Policy, select three safety precautions from the list below that you should observe when the lightning count requires the beach to be closed. a. Advise bathers to leave the water and then close the beach b. Close the beach and leave for higher ground c. Seek shelter in hard topped vehicle d. If not near a shelter, crouch in a hollow e. If in a boat, stay crouched inside the boat 4. According to the attached Lightning Policy, what should you do during an electrical storm? a. Use the phone but not the computer b. Avoid using the equipment except to make a brief emergency call c. Avoid using the equipment under any circumstances d. Use the computer to send an emergency email for help 5. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1991 (Commonwealth): Employees are required to use safe work practices so they do not injure themselves or other people a. True b. False 6. Refer to Item 5 of the Medical Air Material Safety Data Sheet. In the event of an emergency, why do fire service personnel need to be advised of any oxygen cylinders that contain Medical Air? a. Released oxygen can increase burning of the surrounding materials b. Oxygen cylinders are expensive to replace c. There is a risk of injury from ruptured oxygen tanks d. Medical gas is dangerous if inhaled 7. Name the three specific methods of extinguishment described in the attached Material Safety Data Sheet. The first word of each method has been completed for you. a. Stop b. Move c. Cool SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 3
8. The IRB fuel bladder being fuelled inside the gear shed has been identified as a hazard, what is a hazard control measure that could be put in place? a. Move to a larger enclosed area b. Put up a refuelling sign c. Use less fuel d. Refill bladder in a ventilated area 9. The following signs and symptoms describe a reaction that can occur after a stressful incident. - Distressing recollections or memories of the event - Flashbacks - Difficulty falling or staying asleep What is this reaction known as? a. 10. Select the three steps that should be taken to report a personal injury? a. Verbally advise the First Aid Officer b. Fill in the appropriate injury report form c. Give the form to the OH&S representative, senior club official at your club or your workplace supervisor d. If appropriate fill in a compensation form e. Visit a doctor and get a medical certificate 11. Read the attached Disinfection of Equipment Procedure. Place the steps you would take to clean the resuscitation equipment into the correct order. a. Rinse in water to remove soap residue b. Soak in 10% bleach for 2 minutes c. Wash in warm soapy water d. Wash carefully in running water to remove bleach residue SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 4
Attachment I Policy Number 2.2 Lightning SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 5
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Category: Attachment II MSDS Medical Air Medical Air Gas not classified as Hazardous according to Criteria of NOHSC Date Created: 19/07/xx01 Revision: 1 Revision Dated: 10/10/xx03 MSDS-Nr: 229 1- IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND OF THE COMPANY Product Name: Medical Air Chemical Formula: N2/O2 Company Identification: Example Company Pty Ltd, George Street, Frankston Emergency Phone Number: 0133448765 2- COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDENTS: Substance/Preparation: Components/Impurities: CAS Nr: Preparation Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the classification of the product. Not applicable for preparations 3- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: Hazards Identification: Compressed gas. Supports Combustion 4- FIRST AID MEASURES: Inhalation: Skin/Eye Contact: Ingestion: Unlikely to cause adverse effects. FROSTBITE: If exposed to high concentrations, remove to fresh air. Ensure airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a facemask if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention. Wash affected areas with water for 15 minutes, treat for frostbite if necessary. Seek Medical attention. FROSTBITE: Flush affected areas with lukewarm water. Do not use hot water. Treat as thermal burn. Seek IMMEDIATE medical attention. If eye tissue is frozen, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention. If tissue is not frozen, immediately irrigate with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek medical attention. Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure. 5- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: Specific Hazards: Hazardous Combustion products: Suitable extinguishing media: Specific Methods: Will support and possibly accelerate combustion of surrounding materials. Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode None Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding environment. Remove containers or use water spray from a protected position to cool heated containers. If possible, stop flow of product. Move container away or cool with water from a protected position. SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 7
Attachment III Policy Number 3.1 Disinfection of Equipment SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 8
UNIT 2 - Surf Awareness and Self Rescue Skills Chapter 2 Surf Awareness & Skills Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition 1. The size of the waves is determined by the intensity of the wind and the length of time the wind blows. In the box below, type the name of the third factor that influences the size of waves. a. 2. What are three of the hazards related to a Longshore Trough beach type: a. A heavy shore b. In the troughs: rips and c. On Sandbars: heavy 3. Which type of wave (pictured) breaks with tremendous force and usually break in shallow water? Low tides can also increase the frequency. a. 4. Select the four types of rip currents from the list below a. Fixed b. Moving c. Travelling d. Temporary e. Permanent f. Flash g. Large 5. Discoloured brown water, foam on the surface and debris floating seaward are common signs of which hazard? a. Rip current b. Inshore drift current c. A hole d. A high tide 6. Which picture below shows the recommended technique for a swimmer to escape a rip current? a. b. 7. Which type of wave breaks with tremendous force and easily throw a swimmer to the bottom? a. Spilling b. Plunging c. Surging d. Large SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 9
8. Which beach type described below has the following hazards: The sand bar may be covered by deep water at high tide Often has tidal currents Incoming tides may trap unsuspecting swimmers on shallow sand bars a. Reflective b. Low Tide Terrace c. Bar and Rip d. Long Shore Trough 9. The following description describes which type of beach safety rating? Experience of strong surf is required a. Low Danger b. Moderate Danger c. High Danger SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 10
UNIT 3 - Provide Emergency Care Chapter 3 The Human Body Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition Chapter 4 Resuscitation Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition Chapter 6 First Aid Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition Chapter 10 Carries & Supports - Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33rd Edition 1. Select five systems of the body from the following list: a. Digestive b. Arteries c. Nervous d. Pancreas e. Integumentary f. Respiratory g. Spinal column h. Circulatory 2. Sequence the first 6 steps you should take when treating an arterial or venous bleeding injury (in chronological order). a. Send for medical help (depending on the severity of the bleeding) b. Apply direct pressure to control bleeding c. Clean around wound d. Rest and reassure patient e. If limb, elevate f. Place a sterile dressing on wound and maintain direct pressure 3. The four steps in the 'Chain of survival' are: a. b. c. d. 4. Spinal injury can result in damage to bones and ligaments within the musculoskeletal system. According to the Spinal Injury section 33 rd Edition Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue Manual, which other two body systems can also be adversely affected if the blood supply to sections of the spinal cord are interrupted or severed? a. Circulatory System b. Skeletal System c. Respiratory System d. Nervous System e. Digestive System f. Integumentary System g. Urinary System 5. As a general rule, burns need to be cooled. What is the best way to do this? a. Run tap water over the area for at least 20 minutes b. Apply an ice pack for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off c. Apply butter or margarine from the fridge SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 11
6. The procedures and scientific literature referred to in the 33 rd Edition Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue Manual and the Online Learning Tool in relation to First Aid, Resuscitation, Defibrillation and Basic Oxygen is derived from what Guidelines? A R C 7. What does each letter in DRABCD stand for? D R S A B C D 8. 'RICER' is a basic treatment for acute muscle ligament and bone injuries. Explain what the acronym 'RICER' means, according to the current Training Manual. R I C E R 9. Sequence the order required when performing a body check (secondary assessment) to check for additional problems that may need urgent treatment: Shoulders and front of chest, abdomen, pelvis, ribs Back Front and back of upper limbs Neck, over head and down across face Front and back of lower limbs 10. When managing a patient who has fainted, then regained consciousness, you should: a. Lie the patient flat and put them in the lateral position b. Lie the patient flat and raise their legs c. Sit the patient on a chair d. None of the above 11. Complete the missing word - The key principles of treatment when dealing with a marine envenomation are: i. DRSABCD ii. resuscitate the patient if necessary iii. the patient iv. remain with the patient and send others for help A. SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 12
12. Which injury would show these signs: swelling at the site deformity unnatural movement possible bleeding a. Sprain or strain b. Fracture c. Dislocation 13. Overstretching of muscles and tendons result in a: a. sprain b. strain 14. Under the principles of management, if there is more than one patient who would have first priority? a. Conscious child in a lot of pain b. First patient you see c. Unconscious patient d. Conscious patient with severe bleed 15. Complete the missing word in this sentence: Once a volunteer starts to provide first aid assistance, they become the and should stay with the sick or injured person and continue treatment until professional help arrives. A. 16. According to the Spinal Injury section of the Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33 rd Edition manual, what type of head tilt can be applied to a suspected spinal injury patient requiring resuscitation? a. Maximum head tilt b. Flexion position c. None head can only be in neutral position d. Slight head tilt 17. According to the principles of rescue and management of neck injuries: a. The ambulance or helicopter must be notified at the earliest opportunity b. The patient should be referred to their local GP c. The patient should be allowed to home with a family member d. The patient should be retained at the scene for further observation SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 13
UNIT 4 - Communicate in the Workplace Chapter 8 Communications Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33 rd Edition 1. The listening skill where we hear the conversation, can even remember little bits of the conversation but probably can t respond adequately is called what? a. Non-hearing b. Listening and thinking c. Hearing d. Information exchange 2. Name the five key skills that ensure effective communication? P O L S R 3. Lifesavers communicate using a range of styles. Using written communication and using signs describe which two types? a. Words b. Body Language c. Graphic Symbols 4. When we use effective communication to match our language to the situation, two factors that you should consider are: i. The purpose of the communication (what) ii. The best form of the communication (how) What third factor should you consider? a. 5. When selecting an appropriate communication tool to assist you to communicate effectively, you need to consider the type of communication to be used. What type of communication is described here: Communication to be delivered to a smaller group i.e. patrol or competition team a. Internal b. External c. Formal d. Informal 6. Which of the symbolic shapes below which gives information about water safety features or indicates where a particular activity is permitted? a. b. c. Red annulus and bar on white background Black border on yellow background Blue Background SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 14
7. When communicating confidential information or information that may excite or distress those who overhear it, which communication tool should be used? a. Patrol Radio b. Email c. Telephone/Sealed Note d. Noticeboard 8. Three series of blasts from the siren in the tower indicate... a. An emergency evacuation b. The completion of a search c. A mass rescue UNIT 5 - Participate in Aquatic Rescue Operation Chapter 1 Safety and Wellbeing Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33 rd Edition Chapter 9 Rescue Techniques Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue 33 rd Edition 1. When participating in a rescue, which two pieces of personal protective equipment should be used when providing resuscitation? (These items can be found in your personal hygiene kit /bum bag). a. b. 2. When deciding on a course of action for a rescue, what other factors should you take into consideration? a. Patient/s, Distances, Conditions, Resources b. How you are feeling, equipment available, what time it is c. What you have assigned for the patrol 3. When performing a double-tube patient tow, what position does the second rescuer move to when a large wave approaches? a. To the seaward side of the patient b. Supports the patient c. Moves to the side reducing the chance of entanglement in the lanyard d. Behind the patient 4. Name the swimming aid that should be used when performing a tube rescue? A. 5. You have performed a tube rescue on a conscious patient and are returning to shore. Once you have reached the surf zone, you see a large approaching wave. You should pull the patient toward you and attempt to lift the patient over the wave. a. True b. False 6. While on patrol, all accidents and incidents must be reported to the patrol captain and logged in either of which two log books? a. Patrol log b. Radio log c. Incident log d. Personal log SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 15
7. When approaching a conscious person during a tube rescue, how far from the patient is it recommended that the rescuer stop: a. 1 Metre b. 2 Metres c. 4 Metres d. Length of the rescue tube 8. Using the Scenario Risk Rating Table in the Public Safety & Aquatic Rescue Manual (33 rd Edition), what is the risk rating for a Board Rescue of 4 patients, 250m from shore? a. Extremely High b. High c. Medium d. Low-Medium e. Low 9. Select the final step below when approaching a patient during a conscious tube rescue: I. Stop approximately 2 metres from the patient II. Reach back for the rescue tube and push it toward the patient III. Watch the patient for signs of panic or fright IV. Encourage the patient to remain calm and obey instructions V. a. Once patient is calm, tell them to swim to shore b. Once patient is calm, clip the rescue tube securely around the patient c. Once patient is calm, swim alongside the patient to shore SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 16
If the Theory Assessment has been completed in this supplement then it is to be submitted in its entirety, visually marked with any theoretical corrections made and a note as to how the correct answer was achieved (squad/group review, trainer coaching, additional learning, reference to other sources, verbal explanation). Candidates must achieve 100% pass mark CANDIDATE TASK C - CONFIRMATION I (Candidate) confirm that I completed the theory assessment in this workbook and that any incorrect answers have been revised and now made correct by me. Candidate Signature Date Trainers Verification Signature SRC Theory Assessment Supplement Booklet 2.3_062013 17