1.
What color arm band will you be wearing as a LEVEL TWO volunteer?
Explanation
There are FIVE volunteer levels. New volunteers (Level ZERO) wear ORANGE arm bands. Level ONE wears PURPLE, Level TWO wears GREEN. Level THREE wears BLUE. Level FOUR wears RED. Level 5 wears YELLOW
2.
It is important to re-bury anti-dig wire to prevent the following:
Correct Answer
B. Animals getting toenails caught and torn or feet caught.
Explanation
Re-burying anti-dig wire is important to prevent animals from getting their toenails or feet caught in the fencing. This can cause injury and discomfort to the animals.
3.
The acronym for using the fire extinguishers is PASS.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
PASS stands for: PULL the pin, AIM the nozzle at the base of the fire (fuel source), SQUEEZE the trigger, and SWEEP the fire. Fire extinguishers are located at the Blue Work Shed, by the tortoises, and at the end of the hallway by Lakota and Namid
4.
Which of the following are appropriate actions if an animal steals something that could be harmful to them (choose the best answer):
Correct Answer
A. Trade up for something more valuable.
Explanation
Chasing the animal only makes the prize more valuable. Leaving them alone may be an option if the item isn't something that will cause harm to the animal. They WILL eventually tire of the object. Trading up would be the best of these choices if they have something you absolutely need to get back. The air horn is also an option to startle them into letting go, but it will have consequences in behavior and is a signal to other volunteers that help is needed.
5.
Which of the following things are safety hazards to the animals for which you should be looking while cleaning:
Correct Answer(s)
A. Red ants
B. Protruding or broken fencing (especially anti-dig)
C. Vines with orange seed pods
D. Damaged structures (feed tables, benches, houses)
Explanation
All hazards should be immediately addressed at the time they are noted. Be careful as to what is used inside the enclosures as poisons for ants or fleas can also harm the animals. Fencing can rip nails or cut skin and needs to be bent down or cut back and reburied. Damaged structures could be rotting boards or protruding screws. Remove or repair any of these that are noted. Vines with orange seed pods are poisonous and should be pulled out when spotted.
6.
Whenever someone is injured (volunteer or guest) the following should occur:
Correct Answer
A. Render first aid, complete an injury form, photo the injury
Explanation
Render First Aid and complete a first notice of injury. Blank report forms are in the file on the porch containing the volunteer time logs. It is important to document (on paper and photo) any injury for the sake of the injured person and the sanctuary. Even small wounds can become infected and a bigger problem, sometimes resulting in required hospitalization.
7.
What is the numerical address of the sanctuary (on 27th Street SW)?
Correct Answer
1161
Explanation
Knowing the address is imperative in an emergency, especially when calling from a cell phone. The sanctuary is listed in the emergency dispatch computer as "Shy Wolf Sanctuary" in the event you cannot remember the numerical address.
8.
We encourage guests and volunteers to approach animals by reaching for their head since they are used to human contact.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Approaching an animal over the head is an aggressive move. We educate our guests about this fact and how any abused animal has been hit (generally) on the head. The animal will not know if you are reaching to pet or strike it. You are also covering the animal's eyes and invading its space without permission. Leaning forward and over an animal may also be perceived by that animal as aggressive.
9.
If an animal jumps on you what is the first thing you should do? (Choose the best answer.)
Correct Answer
C. Turn sideways and don't pet them.
Explanation
Allowing the behavior, petting and kissing only encourages them to jump again. This is actually a way in which the animal will "test" you or possibly try to dominate you (or the next volunteer who enters). Not all volunteers are created equal and this behavior is NOT to be encouraged as it can set up a dangerous situation for someone else down the road. An air horn would be an over correction. Turning sideways and ignoring them should be the first corrective action. If that fails then you can try the rake between you. If that fails then leave the enclosure. The animal wants your attention so remove the reward by removing yourself. They will learn very quickly how to behave to keep you there. In the event of a threatening posture then you should absolutely use the air horn first.
10.
If an animal escapes its enclosure (but remains on the property), the following things need to happen (choose all correct actions):
Correct Answer(s)
B. Notify other volunteers over the radio.
C. Secure guests in a "safe area" like the house or cat run.
E. Lock the animal down as much as possible, restrict movement and escape routes.
Explanation
The sherriff's office and FWC do NOT need to be called for animals still on SWS property (only possible exception would be the cougar). Other volunteers need to assist so will need to be notified. If guests are on the premise then they need to be put in a safe area where the animal cannot reach them. The perimeter gate can never be compromised. Animals can be locked down in the back. Animals in the front will have the ability to reach the perimeter and may be able to run around the whole outside of the property. Smaller gates may be somewhat helpful as a barrier device.
11.
The following safety guidelines are policy and apply when walking animals outside the perimeter fence (choose all that apply):
Correct Answer(s)
A. One more volunteer is needed than animals being walked (two animals = three volunteers)
B. Two collars and two leashes should always be used.
Explanation
There should always be an extra volunteer to assist with stray animals that may approach, the animal refusing to go back to the sanctuary, or an animal becoming suddenly aggressive. Two collars and two leashes are mandatory outside our perimeter fence, even when going to the car. We have had scared animals almost slip out of or bite through collars. It is NEVER okay for one person to walk two animals to a nearby vehicle. Radios are an important safety tool and should be on you at all times, as they can reach a couple of miles and could be used to call for extra assistance in the event of an emergency outside the gate.
12.
Tetanus vaccines should be renewed every five to ten years, preferably every five.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
While the guideline gives a range of five to ten years, the doctors will want you to have had one within five years in the event of a wound or break in skin.
13.
When entering an enclosure you should always open the gate _________ to prevent an escape.
slowly
quickly
inwards
outwards
Correct Answer
inwards
Explanation
The gate opening inwards functions to move the animal back away from the entrance and provides a little extra safety space as you enter the area.
14.
Where are the fire extinguisher located?
Correct Answer
B. By Kent's shed, the tortoises, Namid and Lakota
Explanation
The fire extinguishers are located by Kent's shed where the tortoises, Namid and Lakota are.
15.
It takes at least 2 people at all times to clean Cimmaron.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because cleaning Cimmaron requires the involvement of at least two people at all times. This implies that the cleaning process is not possible with just one person and that a minimum of two individuals is necessary to carry out the task effectively.
16.
The first aid kits are located on the porch and near Namid and Lakota
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because it states that the first aid kits are located on the porch and near Namid and Lakota. This implies that there are multiple first aid kits and they can be found in two different locations - on the porch and near Namid and Lakota.