Blk 7 AIE

Question 0

AIE 8 Components

Answer 0

Forest Penetrator
Stokes Litter
Tag Line
Rope Ladder
Fast Rope
Horse Collar/Rescue Strop/Sling
Rappel Rope
Rescue Basket

Question 1

AIE Categories

Answer 1

Tactical and Non-Tactical

Question 2

Forest Penetrator

Answer 2

Can accommodate 3 individuals. Primarily for land rescue.

Flotation collar bright orange, weighs 6 lbs. Top 6in visible above the water line.

Question 3

Stokes Litter

Answer 3

Support an occupant in an immobile, face up position.

Weighs approx 56 lbs

Question 4

Low and Slow

Answer 4

Allows for rapid deployment and recovery of rescue individuals and the patient.

Question 5

Rescue Hoist

Answer 5

Used when landing is impractical or impossible, rescues involving the hoist are often seen when over water or hazardous terrain.

Question 6

Tag Line

Answer 6

attached to the stokes litter to help stabilized it when being raised with the hoist. May be attached to other rescue devices. Weighs approx 5 lbs per 100 feet, length 100-250 feet.

Question 7

Rope Ladder

Answer 7

Normally 25 ft and weigh approx 1 lbs per foot. Can be used simultaneously with hoist operations.

Question 8

Fast Rope

Answer 8

approx 2in with AC hook up point on one end. Range between 60-120 feet. Typically used for hovers up to 100 feet

Question 9

Horse Collar/Rescue Strop

Answer 9

Buoyant device made of fiber filling encased in a bright RED or ORANGE waterproof cover. Used by the Navy, Coast Guard and Air Force

Question 10

Rappel Rope

Answer 10

Allows direct control of descent and precise placement of the team. Reduce amount of exposure, requires specialized equipment. 1/2 inch diameter. 10lbs per 100ft. Rope minimal is 150feet

Question 11

Rescue Basket

Answer 11

Made of stainless steel or titanium. Best device for recovery of survivors in frigid waters.

Question 12

AIE Inspection

Answer 12

Inspection on AIE equipment PRIOR to use is essential. Serviceability- breaks, bends, or frays on cables and structures.