Rescue Technician-Technical Rope Rescue Questions with Correct Answers

Wetness Correct Answer The greatest danger to insulation is ___________ Cotton Correct Answer _________ is the least desirable fabric in wet and cold environments because it tends to lose its insulating qualities when wet. Three-point suspension Correct Answer Any helmet used in high-angle work should also have a ________________ suspension. Class II Correct Answer A seat harness meant for heavy-duty work by one person Class III Correct Answer A full-body harness meant for fall protection and for use in rescues in which inversion may occur. Hasty Harness Correct Answer A tied emergency seat harness is also know as a ? 2 Correct Answer Requirements for a secure and comfortable seat harness. The webbing should be at least ____ inches wide. NFPA and ANSI Correct Answer Rescue harnesses are designed to meet standards developed by the ____ and ____. lithium Correct Answer For headlamps, the battery that has the longest shelf life and is resistant to the effects of cold is the _______ cell. After that is the alkaline battery. 2 Correct Answer Keep at least __ quarts of water in your pack. The best fluid to drink for hydration is plain water. conduction convection radiation respiration Correct Answer The human body loses or gains heat in four ways: Suspension Trauma AKA: orthostatic intolerance and suspension syndrome Correct Answer A potentially fatal condition that can occur when a person hangs motionless in a seat harness for a long period. The harness strap compression reduces venous blood flow from the extremities to the right side of the heart, with reduction in cardiac output. This can result in unconsciousness and possibly death in minutes.