Cave Safety

Test your knowledge about Cave Safety.

13 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important safety rule when caving?

  1. Never cave alone.
  2. Always bring a map and compass.
  3. Wear proper safety gear.
  4. Be aware of the risks and hazards.
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most common cause of death in caves?

  1. Hypothermia.
  2. Drowning.
  3. Rockfall.
  4. Getting lost.
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important thing to do if you get lost in a cave?

  1. Stay calm and try to find your way back.
  2. Call for help on your cell phone.
  3. Wait for someone to come looking for you.
  4. None of the above.
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid getting lost in a cave?

  1. Always bring a map and compass.
  2. Stay with your group.
  3. Be aware of your surroundings.
  4. All of the above.
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most important piece of safety gear to wear when caving?

  1. A helmet.
  2. A flashlight.
  3. A rope.
  4. A first aid kit.
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to communicate with your group when caving?

  1. Use hand signals.
  2. Use a whistle.
  3. Use a flashlight.
  4. All of the above.
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid hypothermia when caving?

  1. Wear layers of clothing.
  2. Stay hydrated.
  3. Eat high-energy foods.
  4. All of the above.
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid drowning when caving?

  1. Be aware of the water level.
  2. Do not cross flooded areas.
  3. Wear a life jacket.
  4. All of the above.
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid rockfall when caving?

  1. Be aware of the rock conditions.
  2. Do not climb on unstable rocks.
  3. Wear a helmet.
  4. All of the above.
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid getting injured by wildlife when caving?

  1. Be aware of the wildlife in the area.
  2. Do not approach wildlife.
  3. Carry a weapon.
  4. All of the above.
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the best way to avoid damaging the cave environment?

  1. Do not touch the cave walls or formations.
  2. Do not leave trash in the cave.
  3. Do not disturb the wildlife.
  4. All of the above.
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What should you do if you find an injured person in a cave?

  1. Call for help.
  2. Provide first aid.
  3. Stay with the person until help arrives.
  4. All of the above.
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What should you do if you find a dead body in a cave?

  1. Call the police.
  2. Do not touch the body.
  3. Mark the location of the body.
  4. All of the above.