Teacher Resource: Communication during Canoeing Activities in Open Water - Checklist

Criteria:

  • I can apply my knowledge of basic water flow dynamics.
  • I can use communication procedures for whitewater safety.

Basic Water Flow Dynamics

Student Name: James
I can demonstrate an understanding of laminar flow. Yes
I can demonstrate an understanding of helical flow. Yes

Communication Procedures for Whitewater Safety

Student Name: James
Hand Signal − OK Complete
Hand Signal − Go Complete
Hand Signal − Stop Incomplete
Hand Signal − Direction to Go In Complete
Whistle − Look! Complete
Whistle − Emergency Complete
Whistle − Emergency Answer Incomplete
Paddle Signal − Stop Incomplete
Paddle Signal − Go Complete
Paddle Signal − Direction to Go In Complete