CAI Risk Management & Mitigation 2

Question 1

A student angler slips on a wet riverbank and twists their ankle. What is the instructor's FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Ensure scene safety, then assess the injury

Answer

Scene safety must be confirmed before approaching an injured person to avoid creating a second victim.

Question 2

Which type of personal flotation device (PFD) is most appropriate for calm, inland fishing waters where the wearer is conscious?

Accepted Answer

Type III flotation aid

Answer

Type III flotation aids are designed for calm inland waters and allow freedom of movement for activities like fishing.

Question 3

When assessing a fishing site for a group lesson, which environmental hazard is MOST commonly underestimated by instructors?

Accepted Answer

Submerged rocks and uneven footing

Answer

Submerged rocks and uneven bottom terrain are not immediately visible and frequently cause slips and falls.

Question 4

During a thunderstorm, lightning strikes within 10 miles. An instructor should direct students to:

Accepted Answer

Move to a substantial building or hard-top vehicle immediately

Answer

The only safe lightning shelter is a substantial building or hard-top vehicle; trees and open fields increase strike risk.

Question 5

A participant in a youth fishing class shows signs of heat exhaustion: heavy sweating, weakness, and pale skin. The instructor should:

Accepted Answer

Move the student to a cool area, loosen clothing, and apply cool compresses

Answer

Heat exhaustion treatment involves cooling the person gradually in a shaded area while monitoring their condition.

(CAI) Certified Angling Instructor Practice Test