Knots

Question 1

Name of knot?
Uses?

Answer 1

Square knot
Many uses. Is the most secure knot.

Question 2

Name of knot?
Uses/advantages?

Answer 2

Quick Release knot
* simple to untie, even under tension
* used to tie a leash or lead rope to a stationary structure

Question 3

Name of knot?
Uses/advantages?

Answer 3

Tom Fool’s knot
* ideal for restraining a pt on a table
* typical in large animal procedures

Question 4

Name of knot?
Uses/advantages?

Answer 4

Sheet Bend knot
* commonly used to tie horse tails

Question 5

Name of knot?
Uses/advantages?

Answer 5

Bowline
* used to create a fixed loop and the end or within a length of rope
* loop will not slip or shrink, so it’s safe to tie around a pt’s neck

Question 6

Name of knot?
Uses/advantages?

Answer 6

Clove Hitch
* useful for making rope barriers to contain animals in stocks