3 Star Quiz :- Number 3
Equipment
What are the main characteristics of dayboats?
Dayboats are generally built for stability and manoeuvrability and so have fairly flat bottoms. They are very stable when empty and can carry enough equipment for a weekend expedition.
Why is a neoprene spraydeck useful?
Neoprene gives a very tight seal around the cockpit rim, so the spraydeck is less likely to pop.
Safety
Will HM Coastguard automatically start a search for an overdue group?
No, they wait for a call from a shore contact.
What does the BCU recommend to be the minimum number of flares carried by a group?
The leader should carry 2 parachute reds and 2 handheld reds; each member of the group should have at least one handheld flare or other suitable means of attracting attention.
Hypothermia / First Aid
How can you assess if someone is Hypothermic
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If shivering can be stopped voluntarily = mild hypothermia• Ask the person a question that requires higher reasoning in the brain (count backward from 100 )
What is Hyperthermia?
Heat Stroke - the body overheats.
Is it true that no laws of trespass exist in Scotland?
No, The Trespass (Scotland) Act 1865 applies.
Environment
What is the name given to the guidelines to sensible canoeing?
The Canoeists Code of Conduct.
What is the name of the BCU section dedicated to environmental issues?
The Environmental Conservation Panel.
Why is it important to check charts, tide tables and Pilots before setting off?
Arriving at your destination and facing a 3-mile walk through mud is not recommended - neither is battling against a strong tide.
Why is it important to keep an eye on the weather a few days before the trip?
It will give a good indication of the sea state likely to be encountered.
General
What does 'westerly, force 4' mean?
The wind is coming from the west and is force 4 on the Beafort scale. (11-16 knots)
What is a lee shore?
One experiencing an ONSHORE breeze.
Group Awareness
What is the role of the lead paddler?
To lead the way and act as a forward marker - nobody should overtake.
Why is it sometimes necessary to maintain a close formation?
Certain dangers, e.g. crossing shipping channels or rounding headlands, require more concentration. It is easier to deal with incidents when the group is one compact unit - rather than a long, sprawled-out snake.
Map & Compass
What is the number of the chart which explains all symbols and abbreviations?
Chart 5011
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