Safety, Risk Management, & Emergency Procedures Flashcards

Which of the following is the most legally defensible reason to require campers' parents to sign activity waivers?

Answer: Waivers demonstrate that parents were informed of inherent risks and consented

Waivers serve primarily as evidence of informed consent and acknowledgment of inherent risks, though they do not eliminate liability for gross negligence.

A staff member suspects a camper has ingested a toxic plant from the woods. The camper is conscious and alert. What is the correct first action?

Answer: Contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) for guidance

Poison Control should be contacted immediately for expert guidance, as the correct response varies by substance and inducing vomiting is often contraindicated.

What is the primary goal of a camp's 'return-to-activity' protocol after a camper sustains a head injury?

Answer: To ensure the camper is fully recovered before resuming physical activities

Return-to-activity protocols following head injury are designed to protect the camper from second-impact syndrome by ensuring full recovery before resuming activity.

Under which condition is a camp MOST likely to be found negligent following a camper injury?

Answer: Staff failed to follow the camp's own written safety policies

Courts most commonly find negligence when a camp's own staff failed to follow the camp's established written safety policies, as it demonstrates a breach of their own standard of care.

A tornado warning is issued for the camp's county. Which shelter locations should staff AVOID?

Answer: Gymnasium or large-span roof structures such as dining halls

Large-span roof structures like gymnasiums and dining halls are among the most dangerous places during a tornado due to their vulnerability to roof collapse.

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'negligent supervision' in a camp setting?

Answer: A counselor leaves 15 campers unsupervised to take a personal phone call, and a camper is injured

Negligent supervision occurs when staff abandon or inadequately perform their supervisory duty, directly contributing to a preventable injury.

What is the purpose of a 'safety audit' distinct from a routine inspection?

Answer: A safety audit is performed by outside parties to provide an objective, comprehensive assessment of systemic safety practices

A safety audit is a comprehensive, often third-party evaluation of the entire safety system including policies, procedures, training, and culture — beyond physical hazard checks.