Water Safety and Rescue Quiz
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What is the average annual number of water-related fatalities in Canada according to Red Cross Canada data from 1991 to 2013?

  • 700
  • 300
  • 200
  • 518 (correct)

    • Which age group accounted for the highest percentage of water-related fatalities according to Red Cross Canada data?

  • 15 to 34 year old females
  • 35 to 50 year old males
  • 65+ year old males
  • 15 to 34 year old males (correct)

    • What percentage of water-related fatalities occurred in summer months according to Red Cross Canada data?

  • 57% (correct)
  • 80%
  • 30%
  • 45%

    • What is the recommended action if you are alone during a drowning event?

    <p>Give 2 minutes of care, then call EMS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor contributing to water-related fatalities according to the provided information?

    <p>Males accounted for 82% of water-related fatalities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who had the highest rate of water-related deaths according to the Red Cross Canada data?

    <p>Northern Territories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first recommended action to help in a drowning event?

    <p>Recognize the signs of someone in trouble and shout for help (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the second recommended action to help in a drowning event?

    <p>Rescue and remove the person from the water without putting yourself in danger (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if an AED is available in a drowning event?

    <p>Use the AED if available and transfer care to advanced life support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key points to remember during aquatic rescues?

    <p>The Canadian Lifesaving Society's ladder approach to aquatic rescues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first ladder approach step during aquatic rescues?

    <p>Talk (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fifth ladder approach step for carrying during aquatic rescues?

    <p>Row (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor contributing to water-related fatalities?

    <p>Not knowing one's limits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of swimming with a buddy and knowing one's limits?

    <p>The key to success in minimizing personal risk during rescues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors to consider for a safe pool environment?

    <p>Importance of swimming with a buddy and knowing one's limits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the factors to consider for a safe waterfront environment?

    <p>The ladder approach steps: talk, throw, reach, wade, row, swim, tow, carry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action if you are alone during a drowning event?

    <p>Self-rescue in moving water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of completing an online water safety certificate and reading related documents?

    <p>The key to success in minimizing personal risk during rescues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended movement activity to offer an idea according to the text?

    <p>Self-rescue techniques in good water conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Water Safety Tips and Rescues

    • Importance of water safety skills and knowledge
    • Self-rescue techniques in good water conditions
    • H.E.L.P. and huddle positions in hot water
    • Self-rescue in moving water
    • The Canadian Lifesaving Society's ladder approach to aquatic rescues
    • The key to success in minimizing personal risk during rescues
    • The ladder approach steps: talk, throw, reach, wade, row, swim, tow, carry
    • Key points to remember during aquatic rescues
    • Factors to consider for a safe pool environment
    • Factors to consider for a safe waterfront environment
    • Importance of swimming with a buddy and knowing one's limits
    • Encouragement to complete an online water safety certificate and read related documents

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    Test your knowledge of water safety tips and rescues with this quiz. Explore self-rescue techniques, the Canadian Lifesaving Society's ladder approach to aquatic rescues, and factors to consider for safe pool and waterfront environments. Learn the importance of swimming with a buddy and completing an online water safety certificate for a safe aquatic experience.

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