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CD0281. Personal safety in cold environments

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“Seagull CBT — CD0281. Personal safety in cold environments” contains 24 questions across 1 collection.

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Which of these is the best way to stay warm in a liferaft? Select the ONE best answer.

One correct answer

  • Stay as dry as possible.✓ Correct answer
  • Try and lie in any pools of water inside the liferaft.
  • Being in a liferaft will keep you warm enough.
  • Drink a small amount of alcohol.
Which of these statements about "wind chill" are correct? Select the THREE correct answers.

Multiple correct answers

  • The wind removes the insulating layer of air around your body and you lose heat faster.✓ Correct answer
  • The wind causes moisture in the skin to evaporate and you lose heat faster.✓ Correct answer
  • You will suffer from frostbite much quicker than in still air.✓ Correct answer
  • It makes you feel colder, but there is no real effect.
Why are clothes such as denim jeans a bad choice for working in cold weather? Select the ONE best answer.

One correct answer

  • They absorb water, which evaporates and takes heat away from the body.✓ Correct answer
  • They make you sweat more because the air can't circulate.
  • They are too tight to work in and prevent free movement.
  • They wear out too quickly and shrink when wet.
Why you should get into survival craft without jumping into cold water. Select the TWO correct options.

Multiple correct answers

  • There will be less chance of hypothermia.✓ Correct answer
  • There is less chance of drowning.✓ Correct answer
  • You will not need to wear or carry a lifejacket.
  • You will not need to wear an immersion suit.
What should cold weather clothing be able to do? Select the ONE best answer.

One correct answer

  • It should keep out the wind and rain but allow sweat to evaporate.✓ Correct answer
  • It should not allow any moisture to pass through it.
  • It should allow heat to escape quickly.
  • It should be loose fitting and allow air to circulate.

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