Ropes #4

Question 0

The PSS has a safety factor of 10:1 based on a ____ lbs.

Answer 0

300 lbs

Question 1

What is the length of the PSS?

Answer 1

50 ft

Question 2

T/F the PSS is used only by member to remove THEMSELVES from an untenable position above grade to a place of safety?

Answer 2

True

Question 3

T/F after use the PSS will be thoroughly inspected before it is used again?

Answer 3

False it is a one time use.

Question 4

T/F the PSS will be placed OOS if the bag or any component of the PSS. Shows signs of heat exposure?

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Should the PSS be placed OOS if the rope is discolored due to the black dye from the inside liner of the bag?

Answer 5

No,MIT does not effect the load of the rope

Question 6

Where would a member get a replacement PSS?

Answer 6

Division

Question 7

How many replacement PSS does the division have?

Answer 7

10

Question 8

If the division is unable to to provide a replacement PSS where else can a spare PSS be obtained from?

Answer 8

The rope unit at the fire academy
SOC
Battalion 23,42,47 and 53

Question 9

How does the officer notify the division for a replacement PSS?

Answer 9

By phone

Question 10

An RT-2, SCF-2 shall be filled out and entries made where?

Answer 10

Office record and company journal. The batt chief must investigate and endorse SCF-2.