LLPSD - FF1 Chapter 13- Questions &
Answers
When is it acceptable to use a roof ladder as a free-hanging ladder?
a. never
b. if the ladder will support the weight of only one person
c. if the ladder was manufactured after 1993
d. if the total supported weighted will not exceed 500 lb Correct Ans-a. never
What is the term for keeping a ladder from slipping by applying one's weight to the underside of
it?
a. heeling
b. securing
c. anchoring
d. tying-in Correct Ans-a. heeling
What is the term for the rope or cable used to extend or hoist the fly section of an extension
ladder?
a. sheet
b. hawser
c. halyard
d. leader Correct Ans-c. halyard
,Which NFPA standard sets the minimum performance standards for aerial ladders and elevating
platforms?
a. 1450
b. 1901
c. 1932
d. 1724 Correct Ans-b. 1901
In the one-fire-fighter carry, where is the top beam of the ladder?
a. in the hands
b. under the arm
c. above the head
d. on the shoulder Correct Ans-d. on the shoulder
Poles used to stabilize long extension ladders are called _____.
a. guy poles
b. staypoles
c. extension poles
d. side poles Correct Ans-b. staypoles
How often should ladder service testing be performed?
a. annually
, b. quarterly
c. monthly
d. semi-annually Correct Ans-a. annually
The rails of a trussed beam are separated by _____.
a. A-plates
b. tie rods
c. I-beams
d. truss blocks Correct Ans-d. truss blocks
What is the maximum length of a straight or roof ladder that can be carried safely by one fire
fighter?
a. 12 ft
b. 16 ft
c. 18 ft
d. 14 ft Correct Ans-c. 18 ft
Which type of ladder is usually carried up another ladder before being put into place?
a. attic
b. roof
c. fresno
d. chimney Correct Ans-b. roof
Answers
When is it acceptable to use a roof ladder as a free-hanging ladder?
a. never
b. if the ladder will support the weight of only one person
c. if the ladder was manufactured after 1993
d. if the total supported weighted will not exceed 500 lb Correct Ans-a. never
What is the term for keeping a ladder from slipping by applying one's weight to the underside of
it?
a. heeling
b. securing
c. anchoring
d. tying-in Correct Ans-a. heeling
What is the term for the rope or cable used to extend or hoist the fly section of an extension
ladder?
a. sheet
b. hawser
c. halyard
d. leader Correct Ans-c. halyard
,Which NFPA standard sets the minimum performance standards for aerial ladders and elevating
platforms?
a. 1450
b. 1901
c. 1932
d. 1724 Correct Ans-b. 1901
In the one-fire-fighter carry, where is the top beam of the ladder?
a. in the hands
b. under the arm
c. above the head
d. on the shoulder Correct Ans-d. on the shoulder
Poles used to stabilize long extension ladders are called _____.
a. guy poles
b. staypoles
c. extension poles
d. side poles Correct Ans-b. staypoles
How often should ladder service testing be performed?
a. annually
, b. quarterly
c. monthly
d. semi-annually Correct Ans-a. annually
The rails of a trussed beam are separated by _____.
a. A-plates
b. tie rods
c. I-beams
d. truss blocks Correct Ans-d. truss blocks
What is the maximum length of a straight or roof ladder that can be carried safely by one fire
fighter?
a. 12 ft
b. 16 ft
c. 18 ft
d. 14 ft Correct Ans-c. 18 ft
Which type of ladder is usually carried up another ladder before being put into place?
a. attic
b. roof
c. fresno
d. chimney Correct Ans-b. roof
