CIC Equipment & Facility Management 2

Question 1

An automated external defibrillator (AED) should ideally be located in an athletic facility so that it can be retrieved and used within:

Accepted Answer

3 to 5 minutes of a cardiac emergency

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10 minutes of a cardiac emergency

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30 seconds of a cardiac emergency

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Any time before EMS arrives

Question 2

Before allowing athletes to practice on an outdoor natural grass field, a coach should check for all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The color of the field markings

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Holes or uneven ground

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Proper grass height and density

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Standing water or muddy conditions

Question 3

What is the recommended practice regarding equipment storage rooms where athletes regularly access their gear?

Accepted Answer

They should be organized and supervised to prevent theft and unsafe conditions

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They should be locked and inaccessible to athletes at all times

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They may be left unlocked and unmonitored to allow athlete independence

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Only seniors and team captains should have unsupervised access

Question 4

When outdoor athletic fields become saturated from heavy rain, what is the most appropriate coaching decision?

Accepted Answer

Modify practice to an indoor facility or cancel until conditions improve

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Proceed with practice wearing cleats for better traction

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Limit practice to non-contact walk-throughs only on the wet field

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Allow athletes to decide individually whether to participate

Question 5

Which practice best supports proper hygiene and athlete health in shared equipment situations such as helmets and shoulder pads?

Accepted Answer

Assigning individual equipment to each athlete and cleaning it regularly

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Allowing athletes to share all equipment freely to reduce costs

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Cleaning equipment only at the end of the season

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Requiring athletes to purchase and maintain their own protective gear

Question 6

A coach's locker room supervision responsibilities primarily exist to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent hazing, bullying, and unsafe behavior in an unsupervised space

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Ensure athletes complete homework before practice

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Monitor athletic performance in a private setting

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Guarantee all equipment is returned after each session

Question 7

When a coach is developing an annual equipment budget, which approach is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Plan for replacement cycles based on equipment lifespan and safety standards

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Purchase only items that are completely worn out and cannot be repaired

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Prioritize equipment that improves team performance over safety gear

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Request the same budget amount each year regardless of equipment condition