CHAPTER 12 - GROUND LADDERS

Question 1

One section non-adjustable ladder also known as wall or straight ladder

Answer 1

Single ladder

Question 2

Straight ladder with folding hooks at the top end; The hooks anchor the ladder over the ridge

Answer 2

Roof ladder

Question 3

Single section, collapsible ladder that is easy to maneuver in restricted places such as access openings for attics and lofts

Answer 3

Folding ladder

Question 4

Variable length ladder of two or more sections that can be extended to a desired height

Answer 4

Extension ladder

Question 5

Ladder that can be used as a single, extension, or A-frame ladder

Answer 5

Combination ladder

Question 6

Extension ladder with the fly section fully retracted

Answer 6

Bedded position

Question 7

Piece of rope spliced to form a loop through the eye of a metal hook; used to secure hose to ladders or other objects

Answer 7

Rope hose tool

Question 8

NFPA 1931 contains requirements for use, care, maintenance, and service testing of the fire department ground ladders. True or false?

Answer 8

False – NFPA 1932

Question 9

Heat treated aluminum ladders are also heat resistant. True or false?

Answer 9

False – does not mean they are heat resistant

Question 10

NFPA 1932 requires ladders be inspected after each use and only on a monthly basis. True or false?

Answer 10

True

Question 11

The halyard cable should be taught when an extension ladder is in the bedded position. True or false?

Answer 11

True

Question 12

Ladders needing repair should be repaired by firefighters as part of their routine duties. True or false?

Answer 12

False – requires trained ladder repair technicians

Question 13

A ladders reach is the same as the ladders designated length. True or false?

Answer 13

False

Question 14

One firefighter should be able to remove a ladder from an aerial apparatus. True or false?

Answer 14

False – three or four may be required

Question 15

The desired angle of inclination for me to buy the ladder and the ground is 45°. True or false?

Answer 15

False – 75°

Question 16

An easy way to determine the proper distance between the butt in the building is to divide The working length of the ladder by 10. True or false?

Answer 16

False – divide by four

Question 17

A ladder must be placed flat on the ground prior to raising. True or false?

Answer 17

False – it is not necessary

Question 18

The transition from caring position to raise can and should take place in one smooth, continuous motion. True or false?

Answer 18

True

Question 19

A firefighter deploys a roof ladder after caring it up and extension ladder that is resting against the building. True or false?

Answer 19

True

Question 20

Ground ladders must be secured whenever firefighters are climbing or working from the ladder. True or false?

Answer 20

True

Question 21

Whenever possible, tool should be carried up a ladder rather than hoisted with the utility rope. True or false?

Answer 21

False – they should be hoisted whenever possible

Question 22

Ladder with one section, nonadjustable

Answer 22

Single ladder

Question 23

Ladder with hinged rungs that allow ladder to be folded

Answer 23

Folding ladder

Question 24

Ladder that is also called wall ladder, or straight ladder

Answer 24

Single ladder

Question 25

Ladder that can be adjusted to specific length needed

Answer 25

Extension ladder

Question 26

Ladder that distributes firefighters weight which working

Answer 26

Roof ladder

Question 27

Ladder that consists of a base section with one or more fly section

Answer 27

Extension ladder

Question 28

Ladder equipped with folding hooks that anchor ladder in place

Answer 28

Roof ladder

Question 29

Ladder that can be carried in narrow passageways, used in attic scuttle holes or closets

Answer 29

Folding ladder

Question 30

Ladder that must be equipped with positive locking devices to hold ladder in open position

Answer 30

Combination ladder

Question 31

NFPA 1901 requires aerial apparatus to carry one folding ladder, two single ladders equipped with roof hooks, and:

Answer 31

Two extension ladders

Question 32

Darkening, blistering, or blackening of varnish on wood ladders may indicate:

Answer 32

Exposure to heat

Question 33

Label affixed to the ladder beam near the tip to provide a warning that the ladder has been subjected to excessive heat

Answer 33

Heat sensor label