Training Bulletin 108:

Question 1

This new knot will allow the ladder to be extended to any height with the excess halyard out of the way and tied in a secure manner so the base of the ladder is free from

Answer 1

obstructions.

Question 2

This new knot will additionally provide safety by securing the ___ and ____ sections together.

Answer 2

MAIN AND FLY

Question 3

PROCEDURE FOR TYING 35’ LADDER KNOT:

1. Take a bight from the slack halyard and pass it under the rung which is ___ ____ or the next____ rung

Answer 3

head high

higher rung

Question 4

PROCEDURE FOR TYING 35’ LADDER KNOT:

2. Pull all the slack line ___ and ____, near the rung.

Answer 4

down and taught

Question 5

PROCEDURE FOR TYING 35’ LADDER KNOT:
3. With the remaining halyard tail, capture the front and rear halyard utilizing a ___ ____ under the ____ or most convenient rung.

Answer 5

half hitch

fourth

Question 6

PROCEDURE FOR TYING 35’ LADDER KNOT:

4. Secure with an additional ___ ___ and push to ___ ___.

Answer 6

half hitch

one side

Question 7

PROCEDURE FOR TYING 35’ LADDER KNOT:
The completed 35’ extension ladder knot accomplishes an efficient method of ____ and _____ the ladder locks, eliminating all slack and reducing climbing hazards.

Answer 7

locking and securing