TB-10 Litter Basket (Stokes type)

Question 0

The bridle, provided with each litter basket, consists of four lengths of ________ each approximately _________ ft in length. One end of each cable is attached to a common steel ring.

Answer 0

1/8 inch steel cable

4 1/2 ft in length

Question 1

Litter baskets are carried on all _______ and _________.

Answer 1

Truck Companies

Helicopters when designated as an air ambulance

Question 2

The helicopter unit uses one _____ tagline to be attached to the head of the litter basket. The tagline has a breakaway velcro which will separate under _______ lbs of pressure.

Answer 2

200 ft

80 lbs

Question 3

Place the hose roller over a ________ and secure it with ladder straps to the _________.

Answer 3

supported rung

next rung back

Question 4

The need for rescue by means of litter basket may be considered under three general operating conditions:

Answer 4

Hillside problems
Upper levels of structures
Excavations

Question 5

The most stable spot of the truck is the ________.

Answer 5

Straight in line position, over cab or trailer.

If not possible, jackknife for max stability for the conditions.

Question 6

To simulate a patient, use _____ sections of 2 1/2” hose which weighs about _______ lbs.

Answer 6

3

180 lbs