ASL Risk Management & Mitigation 2

Question 1

An ASL instructor notices early signs of repetitive strain injury. Which mitigation strategy should be prioritized FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Incorporate regular stretching breaks and modify signing technique

Answer

Ergonomic breaks and technique modification are first-line interventions to prevent repetitive strain injuries from progressing.

Question 2

Which documentation practice best mitigates legal risk when a Deaf student claims an instructor's miscommunication caused academic failure?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive written records of all feedback, accommodations, and communications

Answer

Comprehensive written records provide an audit trail that protects instructors and institutions from unsubstantiated claims.

Question 3

A school district asks an ASL instructor to interpret during a high-stakes IEP meeting without formal interpreter credentials. What is the primary risk?

Accepted Answer

Legal liability if inadequate interpretation affects student services

Answer

Performing interpretation in legal/educational settings without credentials can create significant liability if the student's rights are compromised.

Question 4

Which risk is MOST associated with using uncaptioned video content in an ASL classroom?

Accepted Answer

Accessibility violation for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students

Answer

Uncaptioned videos create an accessibility barrier that violates ADA and Section 504 requirements for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

Question 5

An ASL instructor discovers a student has been recording classes without consent and sharing them online. What is the most appropriate risk mitigation step?

Accepted Answer

Report the incident to administration and reference the institution's recording policy

Answer

Reporting to administration and enforcing the recording policy follows proper channels and protects instructor intellectual property and student privacy.

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ASL Risk Management & Mitigation 2