Ropes And Knots Flashcards

1
Q

STRICT and it’s meaning

A

S - correct not SELECTED
T - place TENSION
R - knots REMOVED
I - knots INSPECTED
C - CHECKED by another
T - 150mm+ TAIL

Knot protocol

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2
Q

Name rope deterioration

A

Chemicals
Abrasion
Mechanical damage
Shock loading
Ultraviolet light
Extreme heat

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3
Q

What are the advantages of a good knot:

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T - easy to TIE
R - easily RECOGNIZED
U - easy to UNTIE
S - should not SLIP excessively
S - will not reduce the STRENGTH of rope line

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