CWI Risk Assessment & Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

A climber reports that a hold feels loose when they test it before a route. What is the FIRST action an instructor should take?

Accepted Answer

Close off the route and tag the hold for inspection by a setter

Answer

A loose hold is a significant hazard; the route must be closed and flagged for qualified maintenance before anyone climbs it.

Question 2

During a lead climbing session a student's rope passes behind their leg while climbing. What is the risk?

Accepted Answer

The climber could be flipped upside down or suffer a leg injury in a fall

Answer

A rope behind the leg can cause a dangerous inverted fall or rope burn/fracture if the climber falls.

Question 3

What does the acronym STOP stand for in a climbing wall emergency response framework?

Accepted Answer

Stop, Think, Observe, Plan

Answer

STOP (Stop, Think, Observe, Plan) is a decision-making tool to prevent rushed actions that could worsen an emergency.

Question 4

A bouldering climber falls awkwardly onto the crash mat and is not moving. An instructor arrives within seconds. What should happen FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Assess the scene for safety, then check for responsiveness

Answer

Scene safety assessment comes before patient contact to avoid creating additional casualties.

Question 5

Which hazard classification describes something that could cause harm but has currently acceptable controls in place?

Accepted Answer

Residual risk

Answer

Residual risk is the remaining risk after controls have been applied and deemed acceptable for the activity.

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