Ladders Flashcards
1
Q
Identify the different ladders used in the service.
A
Triple extension ladder
9m leader
13.5m ladder
Roof ladder
2
Q
Identify the principle parts of a ladder.
A
- Strings
- Rounds
- Pawls or double action automatic pawls
- Nylon rollers
- 16/18mm rot proof extending line
- Automatic arrest device
- Wheel assembly
- Velcro strap
- Twin screw jacks located on jack beam
- Tormentor poles
- Carrying handles
- 2 Wheels fitted at the head of the roof ladder
- Positive action spring loaded lock pins
- ‘C’ shaped hook
3
Q
State the function, use and construction of all ladders used within the service.
A
Triple extension.
Use:
- When using the complete ladder, each section may be extended to the limit determined by the stops fitted.
4
Q
State the 2 types of dismounts.
A
Straddle dismount
Sill dismount
5
Q
State the processes of pitching a ladder.
A
- Stand by to slip ‘x’ ladder
- Slip
- Well (restow gantry)
- Ladder to building
- Position heel
- Under run
- Extend to ‘x’ floor
- Well, lower on the pawls
- Head in (head/heel right)
- Foot the ladder
- Laded footed
- Get to work
6
Q
List the commands used when pitching & extending a ladder.
A
Extend Extend to lower Head in/out Heel in/out House Pawls Pitch Props down Slip Stand from under Stand by to lower Stand by to lift Lift Step in/out Under run
