BRONZE MEDALLION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Bronze Medallion - CORRECT ANSWER- A nationally recognised lifesaving course
which enables the holder to perform some basic rescue and survival techniques as well
as provide CPR.
Consent - CORRECT ANSWER- You should attempt to gain permission from the
casualty where possible before proving first aid.
Duty of Care - CORRECT ANSWER- "The law does not require a first aider to render
assistance unless that person already owes a duty of care to the injured or ill.
Negligence - CORRECT ANSWER- Means that you have not provided the level of care
or attention expected of you.
Recording - CORRECT ANSWER- Vital to write down any information about the
situation for future reference by either yourself or a medical practitioner.
Aqua Code - CORRECT ANSWER- -Go Together
-Stay Afloat and Wave
-Reach to Rescue
Dangers of Rivers - CORRECT ANSWER- -crumbling banks
-uneven/unsafe riverbeds
-submerged obstacles
-currents
Dangers of the Public Pool - CORRECT ANSWER- -large crowds
-varied depths
-slippery surfaces around edges
Dangers of Lakes and Dams - CORRECT ANSWER- -river entry points
-cold water
-waves
-deep water
Dangers at Home - CORRECT ANSWER- -alcohol
-fish ponds
-paddle pools
, -bath
Dangers of the Beach/Ocean - CORRECT ANSWER- -waves: plunging, surging and
spilling
-currents: tidal, runback and rips
How to Stay Safe at the River - CORRECT ANSWER- -never go alone
-only participate in designated areas
-read and obey signs in the area
-check the water before entry
How to Stay Safe at the Public Pool - CORRECT ANSWER- -obey lifeguards
-check depth markings
-ensure water is clear before entry
How to Stay Safe at Lakes and Dams - CORRECT ANSWER- -never go alone
-only participate in designated areas
-read and obey signs
-ask locals about the area
-scan for potential dangers
How to Stay Safe at the Beach/Ocean - CORRECT ANSWER- -swim between the flags
-read and obey signs and lifeguards
-don't swim alone
Entries: When to Slide In - CORRECT ANSWER- -the depth and state of the bottom are
unknown
-controlled and safe method
-feet and aid feel for unseen objects below the surface
-e.g. entering a river and you cannot see the bottom
Entries: When to Step In - CORRECT ANSWER- -water is clear and depth is known
-the bottom is free from obstacles
-where the enry point
Entries: When to Compact Jump - CORRECT ANSWER- -when an entry is required
from a height >1m
-known deep water
ANSWERS
Bronze Medallion - CORRECT ANSWER- A nationally recognised lifesaving course
which enables the holder to perform some basic rescue and survival techniques as well
as provide CPR.
Consent - CORRECT ANSWER- You should attempt to gain permission from the
casualty where possible before proving first aid.
Duty of Care - CORRECT ANSWER- "The law does not require a first aider to render
assistance unless that person already owes a duty of care to the injured or ill.
Negligence - CORRECT ANSWER- Means that you have not provided the level of care
or attention expected of you.
Recording - CORRECT ANSWER- Vital to write down any information about the
situation for future reference by either yourself or a medical practitioner.
Aqua Code - CORRECT ANSWER- -Go Together
-Stay Afloat and Wave
-Reach to Rescue
Dangers of Rivers - CORRECT ANSWER- -crumbling banks
-uneven/unsafe riverbeds
-submerged obstacles
-currents
Dangers of the Public Pool - CORRECT ANSWER- -large crowds
-varied depths
-slippery surfaces around edges
Dangers of Lakes and Dams - CORRECT ANSWER- -river entry points
-cold water
-waves
-deep water
Dangers at Home - CORRECT ANSWER- -alcohol
-fish ponds
-paddle pools
, -bath
Dangers of the Beach/Ocean - CORRECT ANSWER- -waves: plunging, surging and
spilling
-currents: tidal, runback and rips
How to Stay Safe at the River - CORRECT ANSWER- -never go alone
-only participate in designated areas
-read and obey signs in the area
-check the water before entry
How to Stay Safe at the Public Pool - CORRECT ANSWER- -obey lifeguards
-check depth markings
-ensure water is clear before entry
How to Stay Safe at Lakes and Dams - CORRECT ANSWER- -never go alone
-only participate in designated areas
-read and obey signs
-ask locals about the area
-scan for potential dangers
How to Stay Safe at the Beach/Ocean - CORRECT ANSWER- -swim between the flags
-read and obey signs and lifeguards
-don't swim alone
Entries: When to Slide In - CORRECT ANSWER- -the depth and state of the bottom are
unknown
-controlled and safe method
-feet and aid feel for unseen objects below the surface
-e.g. entering a river and you cannot see the bottom
Entries: When to Step In - CORRECT ANSWER- -water is clear and depth is known
-the bottom is free from obstacles
-where the enry point
Entries: When to Compact Jump - CORRECT ANSWER- -when an entry is required
from a height >1m
-known deep water
