Deck 3: Emergencies

Question 1

Knowing the location of fire escapes and fire drill procedures:

A)Is the responsibility of the individual coming to spinning class.
B)Is the responsibility of the premise's management.
C)Should be covered by the spinning instructor at the beginning of a class.
D)Should be covered in the event of an emergency.

Answer 1

Should be covered by the spinning instructor at the beginning of a class.

Question 2

Fire and emergency procedures:

A)Should be dealt with if there are any new members in the class.
B)Are not the responsibility of the spinning instructor.
C)Can sufficiently be dealt with by a poster outlining procedures.
D)Should be dealt with briefly before every class for all participants

Answer 2

Should be dealt with briefly before every class for all participants

Question 3

If there is an emergency during spinning, the fastest way to dismount the bike for a participant is:

A)To apply the brakes and stop the pedals.
B)To stop pedaling and allow the bike to freewheel.
C)To remove his/her feet from the pedals and allow them to keep spinning.
D)To gradually slow the cadence of the bike before the pedals come to a stop.

Answer 3

To gradually slow the cadence of the bike before the pedals come to a stop.

Question 4

In the event of a fire alarm:

A)Advise all participants to remain calm and wait for a member of staff to confirm whether or not the alarm is a drill.
B)Continue the class unless there are signs of a fire.
C)Dismount you bike safely and head for the nearest exit.
D)Dismount your bike safely and instruct your participants to do the same and to head for the safest emergency exit.

Question 5

In the event of a serious injury or illness:

A)First aid should be administered by a qualified person and someone should call 911.
B)The injured/ill participant should only be assisted by the emergency services.
C)A report should be filled out immediately before alerting the emergency services.
D)Find details of the participant's family doctor, and contact him or her immediately.

Question 6

In the event of an injury to a participant:

A)First aid should be administered by the most senior member of staff in the premises.
B)First aid should be administered by a qualified person.
C)An incident report should be filed immediately.
D)Contact the legal department prior to rendering any form of assistance.

Question 7

If a participant is seriously injured:

A)Move him/her to a bed or soft area.
B)Move him/her near to an exit where an ambulance can gain access.
C)It is better not to move the injured person.
D)Leave the participant to seek assistance.

Question 8

Once the emergency situation has passed:

A)Resume your spinning class.
B)Inform the police
C)End your class and go home.
D)Complete a report of the incident.

Question 9

If a participant feels unwell during a spinning class:

A)Advise them to carry on in the hope that they feel better.
B)Tell them to stop and go home.
C)Advise them to stop, and seek qualified assistance from a first aider, or call emergency services as appropriate.
D)Do not say anything. A participant's health is his/her own responsibility.

Question 10

If a participant requires treatment more than first aid:

A)Contact the participant's family doctor.
B)The participant should be moved to hospital by ambulance.
C)Request the presence of a doctor of over the public address system.
D)Move the participant to hospital in any available transport.

Question 11

In the event that a fire breaks out in the premises:

A)Locate the nearest fire extinguisher and fight the fire.
B)Organize a fire fighting team from the participants and advise the remainder to evacuate.
C)Dismount your bike and instruct your participants to do the same and to head for the safest emergency exit in accordance with the evacuation plan.
D)Remain calm and wait for the emergency services to arrive.

Question 12

If a participant complains of chest pain:

A)Don't worry. The effort of a spin class may just feel like a heart attack.
B)Advise the participant to stop and seek immediate medical help.
C)Do not do anything unless you are medically qualified.
D)Do nothing unless they ask for help. The participant's health is his/her own responsibility.

Question 13

During your class, a participant complains of back pain. You should:

A)Tell him or her to immediately dismount the bike and lie down.
B)Tell the participant to stop pedaling safely, and call for medical assistance.
C)Tell the participant to slow down their pedaling and try some stretching exercises.
D)Ask other participants to assist you in helping him or her off their bike.

Question 14

A participant loses consciousness during your indoor cycling class. You should:

A)Immediately stop the class, request medical assistance at the premises, and call 911.
B)Ask other participants to help you move him or her to the floor to lie down.
C)Tap him or her on the shoulder to see if they are just tired.
D)Have a qualified first aider examine them while they are on the bike.

Question 15

In the event of a medical emergency:

A)Immediately ask if there is a doctor in the class.
B)Take charge of the situation and treat the participant yourself.
C)Stop the class and have a qualified first aider/EMT attend immediately. Call 911 as required.
D)Instruct your spin class to carry on while you escort the unwell/injured participant out of the room.

Question 16

Procedures to follow in the event of an emergency:

A)Are not the responsibility of a spin instructor.
B)Should be made clear by the management of the premises where you are teaching.
C)Should be contained in an Emergency Policy or Emergency Action Plan for the premises where you are instructing.
D)Should be posted on the premises, and participants should be expected to be aware of them.

Question 17

In order to plan for the possibility of an emergency during your class:

A)Always ensure you bring a first aid kit.
B)Ask if there are medically qualified personnel in your class, at the beginning of the class.
C)Ensure you are aware of the Emergency Policy/Emergency Action Plan in the premises, and the presence/location of qualified personnel.
D)You need not do anything. Emergency planning is the responsibility of the premises in which you are conducting a class.

Question 18

In the event of an electrical failure/emergency:

A)Immediately find out if there are any electrically qualified participants in your class.
B)Evacuate the building.
C)Dismount your spin bike so that you can solve the problem yourself.
D)Remain calm and seek advice from the staff of the premises where you are conducting a class and/or act in accordance with the premises' Emergency Policy.

Question 19

In the event of a muscular type injury to a participant:

A)Conduct some stretching exercises to help the participant recover.
B)Carry out massage of the affected area.
C)Advise the participant to stop and seek medical attention.
D)Advise the participant to continue at a gentler pace.

Question 20

Emergency exits and areas in front of them in the gym/premises:

A)Must be kept clear of obstacles at all times.
B)Are a source of ventilation and can be held open with available gym equipment.
C)Can be used as long as they are unblocked as soon as there is an emergency.
D)Are an excellent place to store excess equipment and participants' belongings.