CHAPTER 12 - GROUND LADDERS Flashcards
One section non-adjustable ladder also known as wall or straight ladder
Single ladder
Straight ladder with folding hooks at the top end; The hooks anchor the ladder over the ridge
Roof ladder
Single section, collapsible ladder that is easy to maneuver in restricted places such as access openings for attics and lofts
Folding ladder
Variable length ladder of two or more sections that can be extended to a desired height
Extension ladder
Ladder that can be used as a single, extension, or A-frame ladder
Combination ladder
Extension ladder with the fly section fully retracted
Bedded position
Piece of rope spliced to form a loop through the eye of a metal hook; used to secure hose to ladders or other objects
Rope hose tool
NFPA 1931 contains requirements for use, care, maintenance, and service testing of the fire department ground ladders. True or false?
False – NFPA 1932
Heat treated aluminum ladders are also heat resistant. True or false?
False – does not mean they are heat resistant
NFPA 1932 requires ladders be inspected after each use and only on a monthly basis. True or false?
True
The halyard cable should be taught when an extension ladder is in the bedded position. True or false?
True
Ladders needing repair should be repaired by firefighters as part of their routine duties. True or false?
False – requires trained ladder repair technicians
A ladders reach is the same as the ladders designated length. True or false?
False
One firefighter should be able to remove a ladder from an aerial apparatus. True or false?
False – three or four may be required
The desired angle of inclination for me to buy the ladder and the ground is 45°. True or false?
False – 75°
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?
False – divide by four
A ladder must be placed flat on the ground prior to raising. True or false?
False – it is not necessary
The transition from caring position to raise can and should take place in one smooth, continuous motion. True or false?
True
A firefighter deploys a roof ladder after caring it up and extension ladder that is resting against the building. True or false?
True
Ground ladders must be secured whenever firefighters are climbing or working from the ladder. True or false?
True
Whenever possible, tool should be carried up a ladder rather than hoisted with the utility rope. True or false?
False – they should be hoisted whenever possible
Ladder with one section, nonadjustable
Single ladder
Ladder with hinged rungs that allow ladder to be folded
Folding ladder
Ladder that is also called wall ladder, or straight ladder
Single ladder
Ladder that can be adjusted to specific length needed
Extension ladder
Ladder that distributes firefighters weight which working
Roof ladder
Ladder that consists of a base section with one or more fly section
Extension ladder
Ladder equipped with folding hooks that anchor ladder in place
Roof ladder
Ladder that can be carried in narrow passageways, used in attic scuttle holes or closets
Folding ladder
Ladder that must be equipped with positive locking devices to hold ladder in open position
Combination ladder
NFPA 1901 requires aerial apparatus to carry one folding ladder, two single ladders equipped with roof hooks, and:
Two extension ladders
Darkening, blistering, or blackening of varnish on wood ladders may indicate:
Exposure to heat
Label affixed to the ladder beam near the tip to provide a warning that the ladder has been subjected to excessive heat
Heat sensor label
