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WorksheetsBTEC Unit 16
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 3mins
Which of the following is a people factor hazard?
Poisonous plants
Bad weather
No experience or essentials
Broken rope
What is the correct formula for assessing risk?
Hazard + Risk
Likelihood × Severity
Severity ÷ Likelihood
Hazard ÷ Severity
In mountains, which hazard is most common?
Poisonous plants
Jellyfish stings
Sandstorms
Rockslides and extreme weather
For children’s expeditions, what is the recommended adult-to-child ratio?
1:10–15
1:30
1:5
1:20
If a participant gets lost in a dense forest, risk rating is: Likelihood 2 × Severity 3 = ?
3
4
6
9
Why must hikers “carry in, carry out” waste?
To reduce group size
Because biodegradable waste attracts animals and disrupts ecosystems
To avoid fines only
To save money
Which action helps prevent soil erosion?
Sticking to marked trails
Building campfires anywhere
Feeding wildlife
Using reusable bottles
In coastal expeditions, which environmental risk is most relevant?
Trail erosion
Sandstorms
Disturbing coral reefs
Rockslides
Which law declares Environmental Protection Areas (EPAs) in Sri Lanka?
NCPA Act
National Environmental Act
Forest Ordinance
UNESCO World Heritage Rules
Which of the following is a key reason to respect wildlife during expeditions?
It reduces the need for first aid kits
It helps hikers take better photos
It makes animals friendlier to humans
It prevents stress, aggression, and disruption of natural behavior
In a school forest expedition, what is the biggest safety concern?
Equipment failure
Children wandering off or minor injuries
Strong currents
Altitude sickness
For an adult mountain trek, which adaptation is most important?
Collecting shells for research
Buddy system for children
Carrying oxygen kits and rope training
Feeding wildlife for fun
In a family coastal expedition, which safety measure is most relevant?
Rope training for climbing
Life jackets and tide checks
Evacuation routes for altitude sickness
Buddy system for teenagers
Which environmental risk is most likely in a mountain trek?
Trail erosion and fragile alpine plants
Coral reef damage
Jellyfish stings
Sandstorms
Why must safety and environmental considerations be adapted to different expeditions?
Because equipment is always faulty
Because laws don’t apply everywhere
Because leaders prefer different styles
Because risks and protections vary by location, age, group size, and purpose
