CCD Safety, Risk Management, & Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

A camper is found unresponsive in their bunk with no visible injuries. What is the FIRST action a counselor should take?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness and breathing

Answer

Assessing responsiveness and breathing is the first step in any emergency response before calling for help or moving the victim.

Question 2

Which document outlines the specific steps staff must follow when a camper goes missing?

Accepted Answer

The missing person protocol or search and rescue plan

Answer

A missing person protocol or search and rescue plan details the structured steps, roles, and communication procedures for a missing camper situation.

Question 3

A severe thunderstorm warning is issued while campers are swimming in an outdoor lake. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Clear all swimmers immediately and move to a safe indoor shelter

Answer

A severe thunderstorm warning requires immediately clearing all water activities and moving everyone to a safe, enclosed shelter.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of conducting a pre-season site inspection?

Accepted Answer

To identify and correct hazards before campers arrive

Answer

Pre-season site inspections are designed to identify and remediate physical hazards before campers arrive, reducing risk proactively.

Question 5

What ratio standard does the American Camp Association recommend for waterfront supervision of non-swimmers?

Accepted Answer

1 lifeguard per 5 non-swimmers or fewer

Answer

ACA standards require a higher supervision ratio for non-swimmers, with no more than 5 non-swimmers per lifeguard to ensure safety.

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