40 Questions
How many surf lifesaving clubs make up Surf Life Saving Australia?
300 surf lifesaving clubs
What is the role of Surf Life Saving Australia according to the text?
National aquatic lifesaving organization
What makes Surf Life Saving Australia unique according to the text?
Its size with nearly 200,000 active members
Which international federation does Surf Life Saving Australia belong to as mentioned in the text?
International Life Saving Federation
What is the purpose of the PSAR35 manual as mentioned in the text?
For competition use only
How many state and territory centers does Surf Life Saving Australia have around the country?
11 centers
What does SLSA stand for in the text?
Surf Life Saving Australia
What is the primary focus of Surf Life Saving Australia?
Drowning prevention and rescue
What is the main purpose of regulations as described in the text?
To specify in great detail how to comply with an Act
Which of the following is NOT a legally binding document according to the text?
Guidelines
What do standard operating procedures (SOPs) provide according to the text?
Step-by-step instructions on completing tasks
When should one monitor the SLS Members Area News and Events, according to the text?
Before June each year for policy updates
What is the significance of Codes of Practice?
They outline the minimum WHS standards to be followed at a workplace
Which document provides guidance when specific policies or standards do not apply?
Guidelines
What should individuals do with copies of SLS policies, guidelines, and SOPs?
Familiarize themselves with them
Which document provides step-by-step instructions for tasks within a surf lifesaving club?
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
What does the 35th edition of the Public Safety and Aquatic Rescue training manual reflect?
Commitment to continuous improvement in surf lifesaving training techniques
How many people have been rescued by surf lifesavers since SLSA was established in 1907?
Over 650,000
What are the key educational resources used to deliver the Surf Life Saving Australia Surf Rescue Certificate and Bronze Medallion courses?
Instructional books, videos, links, and practical demonstrations
In what year was Surf Life Saving Australia established?
1907
What is the role of volunteers in Surf Life Saving Australia?
To provide public safety and drowning prevention
What organization is responsible for accrediting Surf Life Saving Australia as a national training organization?
Australian Quality Training Framework
What qualifications are embedded within units of competency at Surf Life Saving Australia?
'Bronze Medallion' and 'Surf Rescue Certificate'
What does the 35th edition of the training manual aim to do for volunteers?
Help them by increasing the use of technology
What is the shared duty of care for all Surf Life Saving (SLS) members?
To ensure the health and safety of themselves and others
According to Australia’s Work Health and Safety legislation, what should SLS members do?
Ensure the health and safety of others
Why is safety induction important for SLS members?
To ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
When should SLS members participate in an induction?
Before participating in SLS activities
Where can SLS members find the Club Member Induction Checklist?
In the SLS Members Area Document Library
What is one of the safety responsibilities outlined in the surf lifesaving manual?
Minimizing the risk of injury or illness only
What does 'WHS' stand for according to the text?
Work Health and Safety
Why is ensuring health and safety important for SLS members?
To protect themselves and others from injury or illness
What type of injuries are considered significant according to the text?
Injuries requiring hospital admission or ongoing medical management
When recovering from a significant injury or illness, what must a member obtain before returning to surf duties?
A certificate of capacity from a medical practitioner
Who provides the necessary information to complete a worker's compensation form in case of a significant injury?
Club safety officer
What is essential for developing and maintaining overall physical and mental wellbeing according to the text?
Being physically active and limiting sedentary behavior
Where can one find more information about personal injury management and return to surf duties?
SLSA Guidelines for Safer Surf Clubs
When can a member participate in surf sports activities after recovering from a significant injury or illness?
After the club safety officer receives a 'fit to return to duties' declaration form
What is mentioned as an interruption caused by significant injuries?
Interrupt your paid working life or school/university studies
What document is required for a member to be declared 'fit to return to duties' after recovering from an injury or illness?
Certificate of capacity'
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