ROPE Flashcards
Rope systems that are backed up by another system are called
Double rope or two rope systems
If the primary system should fail, what will hold you?
A belay will hold you
True or false, you can get carried away with a back up for everything that your system becomes so cumbersome
True
There may be _____ reasons for maximizing efficiency, such as wet or cold weather that make patient care more involved.
Environmental
If the failure of the primary support system for the rescuer, subject or both has potential for injury, a _______ should be used.
A belay system
With ______ each side must have the capability of supporting the load by itself.
Twin-Tension Systems
Check the system after it is rigged and check it again after it is modified
Safety check
Pilots use this system when checking their instruments
The touch system
Common tubular web made to the old mil spec is usually rated at ____ to ___
4000-4500
One inch flat webbing used for rescue is rated at
6000
Ropes should be stored
In a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight
If you have any doubts on the integrity of the rope
Destroy it
When should you retire life safety rope?
10 years
What are the four key knots for rescue
Water knot, round turn and two half hitches, Prussik hitch, 8 on a bight
An alternative to triangular screw link for connecting webbing slings and anchor straps
Two carabiners connected into an anchor plate
As the critical angle increases
The working strength of the carabiner will be compromised
We prefer 90 degree angle as a general guideline. The force going each direction is only…
70%
Reeving only one side of a double pulls can create a sideways force on the side plate and has caused
Failure it is not recommended
