TB 10 Litter Basket

Question 1

TB 10 Litter Basket

The bridle, provided with each litter basket, consists of four lengths of ___ inch steel cable each approximately ____ feet in length.

Answer 1

1/8

4 1/2

Question 2

TB 10 Litter Basket

When used during a hoist operation by a helicopter, a special bridle is provided by the helicopter unit. This bridle can be used in conjunction with all litter baskets.

Answer 2

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Question 3

TB 10 Litter Basket

The Helicopter Unit uses one 200’ “Tagline” to be attached to the head of the litter basket. The tagline has a breakaway segment of velcro which will separate under ___ pounds of pressure.

Answer 3

80

Question 4

TB 10 Litter Basket

when used in conjunction with aerial ladders, the hose roller shall be attached to the ladder in a secure manner (placing the hose roller over a supported rung and securing it with ladder straps to the next rung back).

Answer 4

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Question 5

TB 10 Litter Basket

The most stable spot of the truck is the straight in-line position to the objective so that the ladder may be operated directly over the cab or trailer.

If this is not possible, spot with the preferred jackknife for maximum stability for the conditions.

Answer 5

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Question 6

TB 10 Litter Basket

Perform evolutions in each of the .three types of rescue problems. Load rolls of hose in basket to simulate patient (three sections of 2 1/2” hose weighs approximately 180 pounds).

Answer 6

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