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Which industry's competency standards are the PSAR35 benchmarked against?
Which industry's competency standards are the PSAR35 benchmarked against?
- Public transportation industry
- Corporate finance industry
- Public safety industry (correct)
- Healthcare industry
What qualification is the PSAR35 specifically benchmarked against?
What qualification is the PSAR35 specifically benchmarked against?
- Certificate I in Fire Safety
- Diploma in Emergency Management
- Certified Lifeguard Training Program
- Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) (correct)
Who is acknowledged for their invaluable efforts in the review and development of the PSAR35?
Who is acknowledged for their invaluable efforts in the review and development of the PSAR35?
- Tracey Hare-Boyd
- Chris Jacobson
- All state/territory staff and volunteers (correct)
- Public safety consultants
What is the purpose of benchmarking the PSAR35 against competency standards?
What is the purpose of benchmarking the PSAR35 against competency standards?
Who is the Chair of Education mentioned in the text?
Who is the Chair of Education mentioned in the text?
What is the specific use mentioned for the PSAR35 manual in the text?
What is the specific use mentioned for the PSAR35 manual in the text?
Who extends appreciation on behalf of the movement to the surf lifesavers in the text?
Who extends appreciation on behalf of the movement to the surf lifesavers in the text?
What is the deadline for SLS members to participate in annual skills maintenance sessions?
What is the deadline for SLS members to participate in annual skills maintenance sessions?
Which of the following is NOT an impact of climate change on Australia’s coastal environment as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT an impact of climate change on Australia’s coastal environment as mentioned in the text?
What should a lifesaver do if they encounter faulty equipment?
What should a lifesaver do if they encounter faulty equipment?
What type of training manual is the PSAR35 manual mentioned in the text?
What type of training manual is the PSAR35 manual mentioned in the text?
Why should SLS members stay up to date with changes within the organization that impact their role as lifesavers?
Why should SLS members stay up to date with changes within the organization that impact their role as lifesavers?
What is a requirement for SLS members to develop and maintain their own expertise?
What is a requirement for SLS members to develop and maintain their own expertise?
Why is it important for lifesavers to use all equipment safely and correctly?
Why is it important for lifesavers to use all equipment safely and correctly?
When were females admitted as full patrolling members of surf lifesaving clubs?
When were females admitted as full patrolling members of surf lifesaving clubs?
What was the purpose of developing Nippers programs in the mid-1960s?
What was the purpose of developing Nippers programs in the mid-1960s?
In which year was the International Council of Surf Life Saving established?
In which year was the International Council of Surf Life Saving established?
What innovation was introduced to Northern Australia in 1970?
What innovation was introduced to Northern Australia in 1970?
Which organization was formed in 1971 by affiliates of the ICSLS?
Which organization was formed in 1971 by affiliates of the ICSLS?
When was the first use of oxygen equipment on patrol?
When was the first use of oxygen equipment on patrol?
What percentage of patrolling lifesavers are female today?
What percentage of patrolling lifesavers are female today?
What are the guiding principles that need to be considered in a rescue incident?
What are the guiding principles that need to be considered in a rescue incident?
What does Good Samaritan legislation in Australian states and territories aim to do?
What does Good Samaritan legislation in Australian states and territories aim to do?
What is the legal duty of care for off-duty lifesavers in terms of rendering assistance?
What is the legal duty of care for off-duty lifesavers in terms of rendering assistance?
What does WHS legislation in Australia require of Surf Life Saving members regarding health and safety?
What does WHS legislation in Australia require of Surf Life Saving members regarding health and safety?
Under what circumstances are people protected by 'Good Samaritan' laws in Australia?
Under what circumstances are people protected by 'Good Samaritan' laws in Australia?
What should an off-duty lifeguard consider before deciding to assist someone in need?
What should an off-duty lifeguard consider before deciding to assist someone in need?
What principle should all Surf Life Saving members follow when deciding to render assistance?
What principle should all Surf Life Saving members follow when deciding to render assistance?
What is the recommended way to lift heavy items according to the text?
What is the recommended way to lift heavy items according to the text?
Why is it important to keep the load close to the body when lifting?
Why is it important to keep the load close to the body when lifting?
In manual handling, what role does coordination play when multiple people are lifting a heavy object?
In manual handling, what role does coordination play when multiple people are lifting a heavy object?
What should be done with stomach muscles when lifting a heavy object?
What should be done with stomach muscles when lifting a heavy object?
How does the text suggest bending when preparing to lift heavy items?
How does the text suggest bending when preparing to lift heavy items?
Which factor does NOT influence the correct way to lift heavy items according to the text?
Which factor does NOT influence the correct way to lift heavy items according to the text?
What is emphasized in the guidelines for lifting heavy surf lifesaving equipment?
What is emphasized in the guidelines for lifting heavy surf lifesaving equipment?
