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In avalanche terminology, what is the zone where the avalanche decelerates and finally comes to rest?
In avalanche terminology, what is the zone where the avalanche decelerates and finally comes to rest?
- Track zone
- Starting zone
- Transition zone
- Run-out zone (correct)
What type of snow conditions can contribute to the development of avalanche conditions?
What type of snow conditions can contribute to the development of avalanche conditions?
- Dry snow with strong cohesion
- Wet snow with good bonding
- Uniform snow pack
- Shallow areas with variable depth snow packs (correct)
Which environmental effects can contribute to avalanche conditions?
Which environmental effects can contribute to avalanche conditions?
- Variation in temperature, wind, humidity (correct)
- Low wind speed
- Constant humidity
- Stable temperature
What events can trigger the occurrence of avalanches?
What events can trigger the occurrence of avalanches?
Which type of avalanche consists of heavy, wet, sun-heated or rainrotted snow?
Which type of avalanche consists of heavy, wet, sun-heated or rainrotted snow?
When do wet snow avalanches occur most commonly?
When do wet snow avalanches occur most commonly?
What are the characteristics of slab avalanches?
What are the characteristics of slab avalanches?
What should teams performing rescue operations in an avalanche area be mentally prepared for?
What should teams performing rescue operations in an avalanche area be mentally prepared for?
What precautions should be taken when crossing an avalanche track?
What precautions should be taken when crossing an avalanche track?
What are the minimum required equipment for every avalanche rescuer?
What are the minimum required equipment for every avalanche rescuer?
What type of ice is considered the strongest form of ice?
What type of ice is considered the strongest form of ice?
What may affect an ice's ability to support a load when travelling on ice?
What may affect an ice's ability to support a load when travelling on ice?
What is the main focus of Chapter 3 of the Western Canada Mine Rescue Manual?
What is the main focus of Chapter 3 of the Western Canada Mine Rescue Manual?
In avalanche-prone areas, what must mines develop?
In avalanche-prone areas, what must mines develop?
What is the role of a qualified avalanche safety officer in an active avalanche situation?
What is the role of a qualified avalanche safety officer in an active avalanche situation?
What are the three main parts of an avalanche?
What are the three main parts of an avalanche?
What does the term 'starting zone' refer to in the context of avalanches?
What does the term 'starting zone' refer to in the context of avalanches?
What must mine rescue teams be aware of regarding environmental conditions?
What must mine rescue teams be aware of regarding environmental conditions?
Who must be identified and consulted in an active avalanche situation?
Who must be identified and consulted in an active avalanche situation?
What is the intended purpose of Chapter 3 in relation to avalanches?
What is the intended purpose of Chapter 3 in relation to avalanches?
What should mines operating in avalanche-prone areas tailor their avalanche emergency response plan to?
What should mines operating in avalanche-prone areas tailor their avalanche emergency response plan to?
When do avalanches occur?
When do avalanches occur?
What is the primary responsibility of a qualified avalanche safety officer?
What is the primary responsibility of a qualified avalanche safety officer?
What must be done prior to planning emergency operations in an active avalanche situation?
What must be done prior to planning emergency operations in an active avalanche situation?
What is the leading cause of death for people in the outdoors?
What is the leading cause of death for people in the outdoors?
What is the temperature range for severe hypothermia in degrees Celsius?
What is the temperature range for severe hypothermia in degrees Celsius?
What technique can increase predicted survival time by up to 50% in cold water?
What technique can increase predicted survival time by up to 50% in cold water?
Which area of the body loses heat fastest in cold water?
Which area of the body loses heat fastest in cold water?
What is the most critical heat-loss area in the body?
What is the most critical heat-loss area in the body?
Exposure to which of these factors can contribute to the development of hypothermia?
Exposure to which of these factors can contribute to the development of hypothermia?
Which condition is a symptom of moderate hypothermia?
Which condition is a symptom of moderate hypothermia?
"Hypothermia is caused by overexposure to a cold environment and can develop very quickly if proper precautions are not taken." What increases the risk of developing hypothermia?
"Hypothermia is caused by overexposure to a cold environment and can develop very quickly if proper precautions are not taken." What increases the risk of developing hypothermia?
"Hypothermia is a condition of lowered internal body-core temperature." What contributes to lowering internal body-core temperature?
"Hypothermia is a condition of lowered internal body-core temperature." What contributes to lowering internal body-core temperature?
