Free CAG Adventure Activity Planning & Risk Assessment Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the most critical component of pre-trip planning?

Accepted Answer

Researching weather, hazards, and permit requirements.

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Packing extra snacks.

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Choosing the most scenic route regardless of difficulty.

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Inviting as many participants as possible.

Question 2

Which factor is *most* important when assessing group fitness for an activity?

Accepted Answer

The weakest participant’s physical/technical capabilities.

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The average skill level of the group.

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The guide’s personal fitness level.

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The most experienced member’s preferences.

Question 3

What should a risk management plan always include?

Accepted Answer

Emergency contacts, evacuation routes, and first-aid resources.

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A list of nearby restaurants.

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Only weather-related risks.

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A flexible itinerary with no set turnaround time.

Question 4

When is the best time to establish a turnaround time for a day hike?

Accepted Answer

Before starting the hike, based on daylight and pace estimates.

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When the group feels tired.

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Only in winter months.

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After reaching the halfway point.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a "go/no-go" decision point?

Accepted Answer

To reassess hazards and make a continue/abort decision based on pre-set criteria.

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To let participants vote on continuing.

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To take a group photo.

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To redistribute gear among participants.

Question 6

Which tool is essential for real-time weather risk assessment during a trip?

Accepted Answer

A barometer or weather radio.

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A fitness tracker.

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A compass without weather features.

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A smartphone without service.

Question 7

How often should you reassess risks during an activity?

Accepted Answer

Continuously throughout the activity.

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Only at the start and end.

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When someone complains.

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Once every 24 hours.

Question 8

What should you do if a participant ignores safety instructions?

Accepted Answer

Politely but firmly correct the behavior and explain the risks.

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Ignore it to avoid conflict.

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Shame them in front of the group.

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Let the group vote on consequences.

Question 9

Why is documenting near-misses important?

Accepted Answer

To identify patterns and improve future risk management.

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To assign blame to participants.

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To report to insurance companies.

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Only if someone is injured.