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What is the primary reason for using PPE in aquatic rescue operations?
What is the primary reason for using PPE in aquatic rescue operations?
Which PPE item is required for all rescue water craft operators?
Which PPE item is required for all rescue water craft operators?
Where can more information about managing hazards in surf clubs be found?
Where can more information about managing hazards in surf clubs be found?
Which PPE item is optional and encouraged for inflatable rescue boat operators?
Which PPE item is optional and encouraged for inflatable rescue boat operators?
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What is the consequence of unsafe work conditions and practices according to the text?
What is the consequence of unsafe work conditions and practices according to the text?
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Which PPE item must be used by all powercraft operators and crew?
Which PPE item must be used by all powercraft operators and crew?
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What ensures the validity of safety features in PPE?
What ensures the validity of safety features in PPE?
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What is the key document containing information on different hazard categories in surf clubs?
What is the key document containing information on different hazard categories in surf clubs?
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What is the purpose of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue training manual 35th edition?
What is the purpose of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue training manual 35th edition?
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How many people have been rescued by surf lifesavers since SLSA was established in 1907?
How many people have been rescued by surf lifesavers since SLSA was established in 1907?
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What qualifications are embedded within units of competency by SLSA?
What qualifications are embedded within units of competency by SLSA?
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What do the surf lifesaver volunteers receive training in?
What do the surf lifesaver volunteers receive training in?
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What does the PSAR35 training manual reflect about Surf Life Saving Australia's training techniques?
What does the PSAR35 training manual reflect about Surf Life Saving Australia's training techniques?
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What award courses does the PSAR35 manual provide information for?
What award courses does the PSAR35 manual provide information for?
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In what year was Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) established?
In what year was Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) established?
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Who is the President of Surf Life Saving Australia according to the text?
Who is the President of Surf Life Saving Australia according to the text?
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Which of the following best describes the duty of care required by Australian WHS legislation?
Which of the following best describes the duty of care required by Australian WHS legislation?
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Can a volunteer officer be prosecuted for failing to comply with their officer duties under the WHS Act 2011?
Can a volunteer officer be prosecuted for failing to comply with their officer duties under the WHS Act 2011?
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When should some incidents be immediately notified as per the text?
When should some incidents be immediately notified as per the text?
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In what capacity can a volunteer officer be prosecuted for failing to take reasonable care according to the text?
In what capacity can a volunteer officer be prosecuted for failing to take reasonable care according to the text?
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What is the responsibility of team members on duty when a lifesaving or lifeguarding service is provided?
What is the responsibility of team members on duty when a lifesaving or lifeguarding service is provided?
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When may an incident or injury scene need to be preserved?
When may an incident or injury scene need to be preserved?
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Who is responsible for facilitating the preservation of an incident or injury scene according to the text?
Who is responsible for facilitating the preservation of an incident or injury scene according to the text?
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'A volunteer officer' generally cannot be prosecuted for failing to comply with their officer duties under which Act?
'A volunteer officer' generally cannot be prosecuted for failing to comply with their officer duties under which Act?
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What is one of the benefits of regular physical activity mentioned in the text?
What is one of the benefits of regular physical activity mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following diseases can regular physical activity help to reduce the risk of?
Which of the following diseases can regular physical activity help to reduce the risk of?
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How many minutes of moderate intensity physical activity are recommended by the Australian Department of Health per week for adults?
How many minutes of moderate intensity physical activity are recommended by the Australian Department of Health per week for adults?
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What is the recommendation for muscle strengthening activities for adults according to the guidelines?
What is the recommendation for muscle strengthening activities for adults according to the guidelines?
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What does the text recommend about sedentary behavior?
What does the text recommend about sedentary behavior?
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In what environment does the text claim that adopting a healthy lifestyle is more achievable?
In what environment does the text claim that adopting a healthy lifestyle is more achievable?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of regular physical activity in the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of regular physical activity in the text?
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How many minutes of vigorous intensity physical activity are recommended by the Australian Department of Health per week for adults?
How many minutes of vigorous intensity physical activity are recommended by the Australian Department of Health per week for adults?
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What is one recommended action to increase effective vision over a greater distance as a lifesaver?
What is one recommended action to increase effective vision over a greater distance as a lifesaver?
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In which areas should you avoid swimming to reduce the chances of encountering sharks?
In which areas should you avoid swimming to reduce the chances of encountering sharks?
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What should you do if you are in a region with saltwater crocodiles?
What should you do if you are in a region with saltwater crocodiles?
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Where are warning signs typically placed in northern Australia to indicate the presence of crocodiles?
Where are warning signs typically placed in northern Australia to indicate the presence of crocodiles?
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What type of water should you avoid swimming in to reduce shark encounters?
What type of water should you avoid swimming in to reduce shark encounters?
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Why is maintaining surveillance around red and yellow flags important for safety?
Why is maintaining surveillance around red and yellow flags important for safety?
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What should you do to enhance your vision over a greater distance?
What should you do to enhance your vision over a greater distance?
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How can you obtain more information on avoiding crocodile encounters?
How can you obtain more information on avoiding crocodile encounters?
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