SRT Defensive & Aggressive Swimming 3

Question 1

At what point should a swimmer transition from defensive to aggressive swimming position?

Accepted Answer

When clear of immediate hazards and a viable swim target — eddy, bank, or rescuer — is identified

Answer

The transition to aggressive swimming occurs when hazards are managed and a specific swim target has been identified, allowing directed effort toward self-rescue.

Question 2

How does a swimmer use their body to 'catch' an eddy while swimming?

Accepted Answer

Angle aggressively toward the eddy, driving their head and shoulders across the eddy fence to initiate the spin

Answer

To catch an eddy while swimming, angle hard toward it and drive your head and leading shoulder across the eddy fence; the current differential will pull the rest of your body in.

Question 3

Why is foot entrapment considered more dangerous than most other swiftwater swimming hazards?

Accepted Answer

The trapped swimmer's head is forced underwater by the current before they can react

Answer

When a foot entraps, the current's force instantly pushes the swimmer's body downstream and underwater, making it nearly impossible to self-rescue and extremely difficult for others to assist.

Question 4

Which scenario correctly identifies when defensive swimming position should be MAINTAINED rather than transitioning to aggressive?

Accepted Answer

A series of rocks and hydraulics are still visible immediately downstream

Answer

When multiple hazards remain immediately downstream, the swimmer should stay in defensive position with feet absorbing impacts until the hazard zone is cleared.

Question 5

What role do the arms play in the defensive swim position?

Accepted Answer

Arms are extended and used as outriggers to maintain stability and provide limited steering

Answer

In defensive position, arms are extended laterally to act as outriggers for stability and can be used for limited sculling to steer away from hazards.

(SRT) Swiftwater Rescue Technician Certification Practice Test

(SRT) Swiftwater Rescue Technician Certification Practice Test

SRT Defensive & Aggressive Swimming 3