Rope Manual

Question 0

Rescue rope shall conform to the specifications of NFPA _____________.

Answer 0

1983

Question 1

What are the two types of general purpose rope?

Answer 1

Sash cord, utility rope

Question 2

When contacting the rescuer/victims body, webbing must be a minimum of what size?

Answer 2

2 inch

Question 3

The minimum breaking strength for 2 inch webbing is __________ pounds.

Answer 3

6,000

Question 4

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue personnel shall utilize _______ for emergency egress only.

Answer 4

Diaper seat

Question 5

Rescue rope in the FXCO Fire and Rescue Department has a minimum breaking strength of 9,000lbs. which is a _________ safety factor.

Answer 5

15 to 1

Question 6

What is the minimum breaking strength of rescue rope?

Answer 6

9,000lbs.

Question 7

What is the average tensile strength of a steel carabiner?

Answer 7

10,000lbs.

Question 8

How many mandatory system checks are performed prior to loading a rope system?

Answer 8

3

Question 9

__________ is used to tie webbing ends together?

Answer 9

Water Knot