CWI Risk Assessment & Emergency Procedures 3

Question 1

Which factor MOST increases the severity of a ground fall from top-rope climbing?

Accepted Answer

Excess slack in the belay system causing a longer fall

Answer

Excess slack is the primary cause of increased fall distance in top-rope systems, directly increasing injury risk.

Question 2

A climber is stuck mid-route and cannot descend. The instructor determines a lowering rescue is safest. What must be verified BEFORE lowering?

Accepted Answer

The rope is long enough to reach the ground and the belay device is correctly loaded

Answer

Confirming sufficient rope length and correct device loading prevents the rope end from passing through the device mid-lower.

Question 3

In the event of a fire alarm at an indoor climbing wall, what should an instructor do with climbers who are currently on the wall?

Accepted Answer

Lower or descend all climbers immediately before evacuating

Answer

All climbers must be brought safely to the ground before evacuation so no one is left suspended during an emergency egress.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'near-miss' reporting system at a climbing facility?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards and improve procedures before an actual injury occurs

Answer

Near-miss reporting captures hazard information that enables proactive risk reduction before a serious incident happens.

Question 5

A climber is showing signs of shock after a fall: pale skin, rapid breathing, and confusion. The instructor's PRIORITY is to:

Accepted Answer

Keep the climber warm, horizontal, and call EMS immediately

Answer

Shock requires immediate EMS activation, keeping the casualty warm and lying flat to maintain blood flow to vital organs.

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