Winch Flashcards
1
Q
What are the components of the winch
A
- 9500 lbs of pulling capacity
- 125’ of 5/16” wire rope
- Half-gallon air reservoir
- 20’ of air hose
- Remote control with LED and 12’ lead
2
Q
When do we use the winch and compressor
A
- Self rescue
- Rescue of other vehicles
- Moving large objects
3
Q
What is proper PPE for the winch
A
• Gloves
• Eye protection
• Always operate the winch from a safe position Perpendicular to the wire rope
OR Inside the vehicle with the hood up
• Never work around the wire rope while under load
• Always be at least 8’ from the winch while operating
• Never operate winch with less then 5 wraps of rope around the spool
