KNOTS Flashcards
What is the use of the “Hitch” knot?
Start of many knots
What is the use of the “Overhand knot”?
Stopper
What is the use of the “Figure of 8” knot?
Stopper
What is the use of the “double sheetbend” knot
Two ropes of unequal diameter together
What is the use of the “double fisherman’s” knot
Two ropes of equal diameter together
What is the use of the “clove hitch” knot
Attach to a post or pole
What is the use of the “2 round turns, 2 half hitches” knot
Secure a rope to a post or pole
What is the use of the “timber hitch” knot
Hoist or drag timber
What is the use of the “bowline” knot
Create a loop that will not jam, slip, or fail
What is the use of the “bowline on a bite” knot
Used as apart of the fireman’s harness
What is the use of the “figure-eight on a bite” knot
Forms an attachment point within standing area of the rope
What is the use of the “butterfly” knot
Form a single loop that won’t slip in the middle of a rope
What is the use of the “cats paw ” knot
Fasten a hook
What is the use of the “double figure 8” knot
2 attachment points
What is the use of the “Prussik” knot
Break on training system or belaying
What is the use of the “Munter” knot
Belay
What is the use of the “ring bend” knot
2 ends of webbing together
