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Firefighting Ropes & Knots
Chapter 8
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Undergraduate 1
06/19/2015

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Tag Line
Definition
Non-load-bearing rope attached to a hoisted object to help steer it in a desired direction, prevent it from spinning or snagging on obstructions, or act as a safety line.
Term
Mechanical Advantage
Definition
(1) Advantage created when levers, pulleys, and tools are used to make work easier during rope rescue or while lifting heavy objects. (2) The ratio of the force applied by a simple machine, such as a lever or pulley, to the force applied to the machine by the user.
Term
What is the last step in tying a hitch clove around an object?

A. Make a complete loop around an object
B. Set the hitch by pulling it
C.Complete the round tern about the object just above the first loop
D. Secure with an overhand safety
Definition
D. Secure with an overhand safety
Term
What is the first step into tying a figure eight on a bight?
Definition
Make a loop around rope
Term
38. What should every knot have when you’re finished with a knot ?
Definition
A safety knot or overhand knot
Term
What is the handcuff knot also known as?

A. A salvage knot
B. A relief knot
C. A rescue knot
D. A recovery knot
Definition
C. A rescue knot
Term
1.Life safety rope must meet the requirements established in which NFPA rule?
Definition
NFPA 1983
Term
2.Escape rope can be used how many times?
Definition
Once
Term
3.A rope log contains information on all of the following except?
Definition
Designated Storage Area
Term
Utility Rope is not used to what? (372)
Definition
Rescuing a person
Term
Synthetic fibers do not include what? (373)
Definition
Manila
Term
What is not a common type of rope construction? (374)
Definition
Dynamic
Term
In order to have a successful figure eight follow through what must you do after tying off your figure eight?
Definition
Pass the tail end of the rope around the object and secure it.
Term
Which two ropes are sometimes used to stabilize an object? (page.396)

a. synthetic and natural fibers
b. life safety rope abd block creek rope
c. rope log and dynamic rope
d. utility rope and webbing
Definition
D utility rope and webbing
Term
Working End
Definition
The end of the rope used to tie the knot or hitch
Term
What must you do before using rope? (397)

a. visually inspect the entire length of the rope
b. throw the rope onto the ground
c. clean the rope
d. cut the rope
Definition
A.visually inspect the entire rope
Term
What Rope can have a certain extent of fuzziness?
Definition
Kernmantle
Term
What is the last step of a bucket bend knot?
Definition
Secure knot with 2 overhand safety knots
Term
Whats the first step of a water knot?
Definition
tie a overhand knot loosely in the end of webbing or rope
Term
What is the first step of hoisting an axe?
Definition
lower appropriate length of rope
Term
What are proper ways for caring for rope except?
Definition
Wash rope by hand
Term
Sharp angles, bends, and knots can reduce strength in a rope by what percent?
Definition
A sharp angle, bend, or knot can reduce the strength of a rope by as much as 50%.
Term
What is the first step in cleaning your rope? (398)

a. Thoroughly rinse the rope
b. Clean the rope according to manufacturer’s guidelines
c. Dry the rope according to manufacturer’s recommendations
d. Store the rope per local protocol
Definition
B clean the rope according to manufacturers guidelines
Term
46. When hoisting a dry hoseline how much do you want to overlap the end you are hoisting? (page# 414)

a. 2 to 3 feet
b. 3 to 4 feet
c. 4 to 5 feet
d. 5 to 6 feet
Definition
C. 4 to 5 feet
Term
47. When hoisting a charged hoseline how do you secure the nozzle handle? (415)

a. Leave the nozzle handle unsecured to avoid accidental discharge.
b. Loop a bite through the nozzle handle to secure it shut while hoisting.
c. Raise the hose by the nozzle handle only to ensure control when hoisting.
d. Never hoist a charged hose line.
Definition
b. Loop a bite through the nozzle handle to secure it shut while hoisting.
Term
Bends of the rope
Definition
there are three types of bends used Bight, Loop,Round turn
Term
Which of the following should not be used in the process of cleaning synthetic fiber ropes?
Definition
Bleacher or strong cleansers should not be used in the cleaning process of synthetic rope.
Term
48. When hoisting a power saw what should be done with the excess rope?

a. Cut it off so it does not get tangled on the way up.
b. Spool it up and wrap it around the blade to protect it from damage.
c. Leave the excess to become the guideline/control line.
d. Tie any hearing protection or additional safety equipment needed for the task.
Definition
c. Leave the excess to become the guideline/control line.
Term
How many methods of cleaning are acceptable for synthetic rope?
Definition
There are 3 accepted methods for cleaning synthetic rope.
-washing by hand
-rope-washing device
-washing by machine
Term
Saftey Knot
Definition
A saftey knot is used for every tied knot it eliminates the risk of the running end slipping and pulls the standing end away from the knot
Term
What is the first step in tying a figure-eight bend? A. Pass the working end completely around the standing part B. Tie a figure-eight knot on one end of the rope C. Feed the end of the other rope through the figure-eight knot in reverse D. Complete an overhand knot
Definition
B. Tie a figure-eight knot on one end of the rope
Term
31. How do you form an overhand knot!?!? (399)

a. Form a loop in the rope, insert the end of the rope through the loop, and then dress the knot by pulling on both ends of the rope at the same time.
b. Form a loop in the rope, insert the end of the rope through the loop, wrap the rope around the loop, and then dress the knot by pulling on both ends at the same time.
c. Form a loop in the rope, and insert the end of the rope through the loop.
d. Wrap the rope three time around itself, and dress the knot by pulling both ends together.
Definition
a. Form a loop in the rope, insert the end of the rope through the loop, and then dress the knot by pulling on both ends of the rope at the same time.
Term
32. What is the first step in forming a bowline!?!?!? (400)

a. Forming a loop.
b. Selecting enough rope to form the size of the loop desired.
c. Forming a slipknot/safety.
d. Dressing the knot.
Definition
b. Selecting enough rope to form the size of the loop desired.
Term
33. What is the first step in forming a clove hitch!?!? (401)

a. Form a loop in your left hand with the working end to the right crossing under the standing part.
b. Pull the ends in opposite directions to tighten.
c. Dress the knot.
d. Form a half hitch.
Definition
a. Form a loop in your left hand with the working end to the right crossing under the standing part.
Term
13) What is the rated weight limit for a Class II harness?
A) 500
B) 600
C) 700
D) 800
Definition
B) 600
Term
14) What Part of the rope is used for hoisting, pulling, or belaying?
A) Running Part
B) Standing Part
C) Working End
D) Tag Line
Definition
A) Running Part
Term
15) What class harness is also called a seat harness?
A) Class I
B) Class II
C) Class III
D) Class IV
Definition
A) Class I
Term
Besides hoisting and lowering tools utility rope may be used for what? (394)
Definition
Designating control zones
Term
To hoist a pike pole what type of knot should be used at the butt end of the handle? (393)
Definition
Figure 8
Term
Which of the following is not a safety requirement in using a rope for object stabilization?
Definition
Personnel need not be clear.
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