Tech Rescue Rope Rescue Quiz 2 UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Two-inch tubular nylon webbing has a tensile strength of approximately:
A. 4000 lb
B. 6000 lb
C. 8000 lb
D. 9500 lb - CORRECT ANSWER - 8000 lb
The knot passing, Kootney Carriage, tandem, and Prusik minding are all examples of:
A. Pulleys
B. rigging plates
C. swivels
D. belay devices - CORRECT ANSWER - Pulleys
Why is a "flash" rappel poor technique?
A. It is easier to control.
B. It can tangle rope lines.
C. It can cause you to drop the patient.
D. It can damage the rope through heat build-up. - CORRECT ANSWER - It can damage
the rope through heat build-up.
What is not needed to determine the system safety ratio?
A. Desired safety margin
B. Load weight
C. Breaking strengths of each component
D. Number of victims - CORRECT ANSWER - Number of victims
, What statistical method is used to determine the advertised minimum breaking strength of rope
and rescue gear?
A. Averaging method
B. Mean plus deviation
C. Comprehensive individual test
D. 3-sigma method - CORRECT ANSWER - 3-sigma method
NFPA-certified carabiners are stamped with a "T" or "G." Which of the following statements is
true about these certifications?
A. A "T" rating is intended for the highest loads.
B. A "G" rating is intended for the highest loads.
C. A "T" rating is rated to a 40 kN minimum breaking strength.
D. A "G" rating is rated to a 27 kN minimum breaking strength. - CORRECT ANSWER -
A "G" rating is intended for the highest loads.
What knot is used to equalize a load between two anchors?
A. Figure 8 on a bight
B. Grapevine knot
C. Double loop figure 8
D. Interlocking long-tail bowline - CORRECT ANSWER - Double loop figure 8
A load-sharing anchor must never exceed _____ degrees.
A. 45
B. 90
C. 120
D. 145 - CORRECT ANSWER - 120
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Two-inch tubular nylon webbing has a tensile strength of approximately:
A. 4000 lb
B. 6000 lb
C. 8000 lb
D. 9500 lb - CORRECT ANSWER - 8000 lb
The knot passing, Kootney Carriage, tandem, and Prusik minding are all examples of:
A. Pulleys
B. rigging plates
C. swivels
D. belay devices - CORRECT ANSWER - Pulleys
Why is a "flash" rappel poor technique?
A. It is easier to control.
B. It can tangle rope lines.
C. It can cause you to drop the patient.
D. It can damage the rope through heat build-up. - CORRECT ANSWER - It can damage
the rope through heat build-up.
What is not needed to determine the system safety ratio?
A. Desired safety margin
B. Load weight
C. Breaking strengths of each component
D. Number of victims - CORRECT ANSWER - Number of victims
, What statistical method is used to determine the advertised minimum breaking strength of rope
and rescue gear?
A. Averaging method
B. Mean plus deviation
C. Comprehensive individual test
D. 3-sigma method - CORRECT ANSWER - 3-sigma method
NFPA-certified carabiners are stamped with a "T" or "G." Which of the following statements is
true about these certifications?
A. A "T" rating is intended for the highest loads.
B. A "G" rating is intended for the highest loads.
C. A "T" rating is rated to a 40 kN minimum breaking strength.
D. A "G" rating is rated to a 27 kN minimum breaking strength. - CORRECT ANSWER -
A "G" rating is intended for the highest loads.
What knot is used to equalize a load between two anchors?
A. Figure 8 on a bight
B. Grapevine knot
C. Double loop figure 8
D. Interlocking long-tail bowline - CORRECT ANSWER - Double loop figure 8
A load-sharing anchor must never exceed _____ degrees.
A. 45
B. 90
C. 120
D. 145 - CORRECT ANSWER - 120
