2 - Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather

Question 1

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What does the Humidex measure?
A) Wind speed
B) Perceived temperature in humid conditions
C) Rainfall
D) Atmospheric pressure

Answer 1

B) Perceived temperature in humid

Question 2

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather When is a Heat Warning issued?
A) 2 consecutive days of rainfall
B) 3 consecutive days of extreme cold
C) 2 consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures reaching 31°C or more and nighttime no lower then 20’C
D) 3 consecutive days of fog
E) 2 consecutive days of humid values are expected to reach 40’C or more
F) C & E

Answer 2

F) C & E

Issued when 2 consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures are expected to reach 31°C or more and nighttime minimum temperatures are expected to fall to 20°C or higher. It is also issued when 2 consecutive days of humidex values are expected to reach 40°C or more.

Question 3

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What is an Extended Heat Warning issued for?
A) 2 consecutive days of thunderstorms
B) 3 or more consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures reaching 28°C or more and nighttime no lower then 20’C
C) 3 consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures reaching 31°C or more and nighttime no lower then 20’C or more or issued when 3 or more consecutive days of humidex values are expected to reach 40°C or more.
D) 4 consecutive days of rain

Answer 3

C)

Issued when 3 or more consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures are expected to reach 31°C or more and nighttime minimum temperatures are expected to fall to 20°C or more or issued when 3 or more consecutive days of humidex values are expected to reach 40°C or more.

Question 4

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather When is an Extreme Cold Warning issued?
A) When the temperature reaches -20°C
B) When the temperature or wind chill is expected to reach -30°C for a minimum of two hours
C) During a severe thunderstorm
D) When there is heavy rainfall

Answer 4

B) When the temperature or wind chill is expected to reach -30°C for a minimum of two hours

Question 5

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What criteria warrant a Severe Thunderstorm Warning?
A) Fog and drizzle
B) Wind gusts of 80 km/h
C) Hail of one centimeter in diameter
D) Wind gusts of 90 km/h or greater, hail of two centimeters or larger, and heavy rainfall

Answer 5

D) Wind gusts of 90 km/h or greater, hail of two centimeters or larger, and heavy rainfall

Question 6

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather Where should Supervisors check for environmental weather conditions before outdoor activities?
A) Local news channel
B) Social media
C) https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/on-4_metric_e.html
D) Any weather app

Answer 6

C) https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/on-4_metric_e.html

Question 7

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather In case of a Heat Warning, what should be done with planned outdoor activities?
A) Continue as planned
B) Postpone or reschedule
C) Move activities indoors
D) Shorten the duration of activities

Answer 7

B) Postpone or reschedule

Question 8

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What should be set up for rest during outdoor activities in extreme weather?
A) Air-conditioned tents
B) A rest area away from the activity, shaded or air-conditioned if possible
C) First aid station
D) Snack area

Answer 8

B) A rest area away from the activity, shaded or air-conditioned if possible

Question 9

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What is the duration of rest time in relation to activity time during extreme weather?
A) Half of the activity time
B) Equal to the activity time
C) Twice the activity time
D) Determined by the Medical Director

Answer 9

B) Equal to the activity time

Question 10

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What other consideration may lead to the postponement of outdoor activities?
A) Sunny weather
B) Ministry of Environment issues a smog alert
C) Cloudy skies
D) Mild breeze

Answer 10

B) Ministry of Environment issues a smog alert

Question 11

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What is the primary consideration for continuing outdoor activities during extreme weather?
A) Availability of first aid kits
B) Completing the planned schedule
C) Signs and symptoms of heat-related issues
D) The number of participants

Answer 11

C) Signs and symptoms of heat-related issues

Question 12

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What triggers an Extreme Cold Warning?
A) Temperature reaching -20°C
B) Wind gusts of 80 km/h
C) Rainfall exceeding 10 cm
D) Temperature or wind chill expected to reach -30°C for a minimum of two hours

Answer 12

D) Temperature or wind chill expected to reach -30°C for a minimum of two hours

Question 13

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather In case of a Heat Warning, what temperature threshold allows outdoor activities to continue?
A) 30°C
B) 31°C (including humidex)
C) 32°C
D) 35°C

Answer 13

A) 30C
Activities may continue until such time that the temperature reaches 31C (including humidex)

Question 14

According to Policy & Procedure 5-08 Extreme Weather What online source provides information on Peel Region’s health alerts related to extreme weather?
A) https://www.peelregion.ca/health/heat/
B) https://www.environmentalerts.ca/
C) https://peel.ca/weather
D) https://emergencyalerts.com/

Answer 14

A) https://www.peelregion.ca/health/heat/