KNO 001/002

Question 1

Which of the following are the most likely causes of deterioration to a line?

Answer 1

• prolonged exposure to sunlight
• cuts and contusions
• overloading
• chemical attack
• local abrasion
• heat

Question 2

Long line length
Short line length

Made from

Answer 2

31m
15.5m

Polypropylene

Question 3

How long is a pouch line

Made from

Answer 3

4m

Plaited nylon

Question 4

When are standard tests for lines carried out?

Answer 4

• on acceptance
• after operational use
• quarterly
• annually at workshops

Question 5

Name the part of the line which is used to form the knot by movement around the standing part?

Answer 5

Running end

Question 6

What are the qualities of a good knot?

Answer 6

• easy to tie
• easy to untie
• must carry out its purpose safely without slipping
• must not damage the line

Question 7

Which type of knot is used for tying together two lines of unequal thickness?

Answer 7

Double sheet bend

Question 8

The part of the line around which the running end passes to form the knot and which generally takes the strain to be applied is known as the?

Answer 8

Standing part

Question 9

Which type of knot is used for tying together two lines of equal thickness?

Answer 9

Fishermens knot

Question 10

What are the 4 technical terms for parts or sections of lines?

Answer 10

• standing part
• bight
• tail
• running end

Question 11

Which two types of knots are utilised to attach a line to a round object such as a spar or ring?

Answer 11

• round turn and two half hitches
• clove hitch

Question 12

Which knot can be made to take a sideways pull to the right or left?

Answer 12

Rolling hitch

Question 13

In use, a line is always secured to?

Answer 13

• an object
• another line
• part of itself

Question 14

How would you identify a damaged hose?

Answer 14

Overhand knot at each end