Client Communication & Supervision Flashcards
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Which of the following BEST describes active supervision on a climbing wall?
Answer: Continuously moving, scanning, and engaging with participants to anticipate hazards
Active supervision involves proactive movement, observation, and engagement to identify and prevent hazards before they escalate.
A client becomes verbally aggressive after being told they cannot climb without a harness check. The CWI should:
Answer: Remain calm, restate the policy firmly but respectfully, and involve a manager if needed
Remaining calm while firmly upholding safety policies and escalating to management if necessary is the appropriate response to aggression.
When delivering safety instructions to a large group, a CWI should position themselves so that:
Answer: All participants can see and hear them clearly without straining
Optimal positioning ensures every participant receives the safety briefing clearly, reducing the risk of missed information.
A belayer and climber use inconsistent commands during a session ('safe' instead of the facility's 'off belay'). The CWI should:
Answer: Correct the terminology immediately and enforce the facility's standard commands
Standardized belay commands prevent miscommunication; non-standard terms must be corrected immediately to maintain safety.
A CWI notices a beginner climber is not following the route and is traversing into another climber's path. The FIRST step is to:
Answer: Calmly call to the beginner by name and direct them away from the conflict zone
A calm, directed verbal cue to the specific climber addresses the hazard without creating additional alarm or confusion.
A client with a physical disability requests accommodation during a climbing session. A CWI's FIRST step should be to:
Answer: Have a private conversation to understand their specific needs and abilities
Understanding the individual's specific needs and abilities is essential before determining what accommodations or modifications are appropriate.
A participant who completed a belay certification six months ago struggles with the brake hand technique during a spot check. The CWI should:
Answer: Require a brief re-demonstration of proper technique before allowing them to belay
Prior certification does not guarantee current competency; a re-demonstration protects all participants and allows corrective coaching.