ACC Risk Assessment & Management 2

Question 1

During an outdoor walking program, a participant suddenly complains of chest tightness and shortness of breath. What is the activity consultant's FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Stop the activity and call emergency services immediately

Answer

Chest tightness and shortness of breath are potential cardiac emergency signs requiring immediate cessation of activity and activation of emergency medical services.

Question 2

Which document legally protects a facility from liability when a participant knowingly accepts the inherent risks of an activity?

Accepted Answer

Informed consent and assumption of risk waiver

Answer

An informed consent and assumption of risk waiver documents that participants understand and voluntarily accept the inherent risks associated with an activity.

Question 3

A risk matrix is used in activity planning primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Prioritize risks by likelihood and severity

Answer

A risk matrix cross-references probability of occurrence with severity of potential harm to help prioritize which risks need the most immediate mitigation.

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum staff-to-participant ratio for a community swimming activity involving older adults with mobility limitations?

Accepted Answer

1:5 or higher depending on acuity

Answer

Higher-acuity participants with mobility limitations in aquatic settings require lower ratios—often 1:5 or less—to ensure adequate supervision and rapid response.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a secondary risk control measure?

Accepted Answer

Providing post-incident first aid and documentation

Answer

Secondary controls address harm after an incident occurs, such as providing first aid and completing incident reports, whereas primary controls prevent incidents from happening.

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test

ACC Risk Assessment & Management 2