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Signalling
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100

Recognising the Victim: Which of the following is a sign of a distressed victim?

  • a) smoothly swimming with a visible kick
  • b) ducking under every wave
  • c) hair in their eyes
  • d) swimming away from the shore


Answer: c) hair in their eyes

100

Understanding a Signal: What signal indicates that a "Shore Signal" has been received and understood?

  • a) One arm held vertically above the head.
  • b) One flag, tube or arm held stationary above the head and cut away quickly to the side.
  • c) One arm held vertically above the head, then cut away sharply to the side.
  • d) Two flags, tubes or arms waved to and fro, crossing above the head.


Answer: c) One arm held vertically above the head, then cut away sharply to the side.

100

When undertaking a rescue, what is the first step when approaching a victim? a) Reassure them. b) Plan your approach. c) Signal for assistance. d) Position available rescue equipment.

Answer: b) Plan your approach.

100

Which of the following steps is part of the post-operational procedures?

  • a) Organizing the next rescue operation
  • b) Providing further care to the victim and completing reports
  • c) Assigning new duties to patrol team members
  • d) Re-training of the entire patrol team
  • b) Providing further care to the victim and completing reports 
100

Informing Your Team: When you need to assist someone in danger, which of the following methods is NOT recommended to inform your patrol captain or team member of the situation?

  • a) Using a whistle
  • b) Speaking directly to them
  • c) Using a radio
  • d) Using hand or flag signals


Answer: a) Using a whistle

200

Beach Surveillance: When using binoculars for water surveillance, why is it recommended to first visually scan an area without binoculars?

  • a) binoculars enhance visibility
  • b) binoculars limit peripheral vision
  • c) binoculars are only for night use
  • d) binoculars help see underwater


Answer: b) binoculars limit peripheral vision

200

Beach to Water Signals: What is the signal to "Attract Attention" on the beach?

  • a) Two flags waved in a circular manner around the head.
  • b) Two flags, tubes or arms waved to and fro, crossing above the head.
  • c) One arm held vertically above the head.
  • d) Both arms raised to form a cross above the head.


Answer: b) Two flags, tubes or arms waved to and fro, crossing above the head.

200

According to the scenario risk matrix, what rescue resources are recommended for 3 to 5 victims close to shore (0-50 m)? a) Rescue tubes b) IRB and rescue boards c) All patrol resources available and support operations d) Rescue tubes and rescue boards

Answer: d) Rescue tubes and rescue boards

200

After a rescue, what is the role of the patrol captain in terms of team debriefing and reporting?

  • a) Assign blame for any mistakes during the rescue
  • b) Apply the principles of psychological first aid and assist in filling out reports
  • c) Decide the punishment for any mistakes made during the rescue
  • d) Determine the next rescue strategy
  • b) Apply the principles of psychological first aid and assist in filling out reports 
200

Planning a Rescue: When pausing and planning for a rescue, which 'P' refers to informing someone about your location, the people involved, the problem, and your progress?

  • a) Pause
  • b) Plan
  • c) Position
  • d) 4 Ps


Answer:c) Position

300

Lifesaving Principles: Which of the following is NOT one of the four main principles followed by every lifesaving service?

  • a) Protection
  • b) Prevention
  • c) Recognition
  • d) Recovery

Answer: a) Protection

300

Water to Beach Signals: Which signal is used to indicate that a swimmer is missing and presumed submerged?

  • a) One arm waved to and fro above the head.
  • b) Both arms raised to form a cross above the head.
  • c) Touch the middle of the head with the fingertips of one hand.
  • d) One arm held vertically above the head, then cut away sharply to the side.


Answer: b) Both arms raised to form a cross above the head.

300

Which of the following is NOT a step when you see a victim go underwater? a) Signal for assistance. b) Perform a surface dive. c) Wait for the victim to resurface. d) Note the approximate location.

Answer: c) Wait for the victim to resurface.

300

Which of the following is NOT a reason for an operational debrief led by a duty officer?

  • a) To discuss weekend plans
  • b) To review any critical incident on patrol
  • c) To improve the patrol team’s rescue response
  • d) To ensure the well-being of all members involved

 To discuss weekend plans [Correct Answer]

300

Rescue Without Equipment: In which situation might a lifesaver find themselves performing a rescue without a flotation device?

  • a) When on a patrolled beach
  • b) When off-duty
  • c) When using a tube
  • d) When on a rescue watercraft


Answer: b) When off-duty

400

Scanning Techniques: Which of the following is NOT a focus type during scanning of the beach?

  • a) fixed focus
  • b) double focus
  • c) wide focus
  • d) moving focus


Answer: b) double focus

400

Signaling for Assistance: What signal indicates that assistance is required while performing a rescue, for example, when it's unsafe to return to shore?

  • a) One flag, tube or arm held vertically above the head.
  • b) One arm waved to and fro above the head.
  • c) Touch the middle of the head with the fingertips of one hand.
  • d) Two flags, tubes or arms held vertically above the head.


Answer: b) One arm waved to and fro above the head.

400

In a situation where a distressed victim might grab hold of you in the water, where is it recommended to push yourself to release and escape from the front? a) Down and towards the victim. b) Sideways and away from the victim. c) Up and away from the victim. d) Down and away from the victim.

Answer: d) Down and away from the victim.

400

What should be done with broken rescue equipment post-rescue?

  • a) Immediately throw it away
  • b) Keep it in use until it becomes unmanageable
  • c) Attach an identification tag and notify the surf lifesaving club’s gear steward
  • d) Hide it from the patrol team members
  • c) Attach an identification tag and notify the surf lifesaving club’s gear steward 
400

Using Surf Conditions: In what way should you use surf conditions during a rescue?

  • a) Avoid the surf entirely
  • b) Use the surf conditions to your disadvantage
  • c) Try to time your entry into the water during a big wave
  • d) Use the surf conditions to your advantage and use favorable rips and currents to reach victims


Answer: d) Use the surf conditions to your advantage and use favorable rips and currents to reach victims

500

Which football club won the UEFA Champions League in 2021?

  • a) Bayern Munich
  • b) Manchester City
  • c) Paris Saint-Germain
  • d) Chelsea
  • Answer: d) Chelsea
500

In rugby league, which team claimed the NRL Premiership in 2017?

  • a) Melbourne Storm
  • b) Sydney Roosters
  • c) Penrith Panthers
  • d) South Sydney Rabbitohs
  • Answer: a) Melbourne Storm
500

Which NFL team won the Super Bowl in 2021?

  • a) Kansas City Chiefs
  • b) San Francisco 49ers
  • c) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • d) Green Bay Packers
  • Answer: c) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
500

Who won the 2020 Formula 1 World Championship?

  • a) Lewis Hamilton
  • b) Sebastian Vettel
  • c) Max Verstappen
  • d) Valtteri Bottas
  • Answer: a) Lewis Hamilton
500

What was the final score in the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final

  • a) 13-15
  • b) 11-12
  • c) 15-17
  • d) 13-14
  • Answer: b) 11-12