ROPES QUIZ 1 Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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ROPES QUIZ 1 Questions with
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Question: What does NFPA 1001 (FFI) require? (4)


Ans: -selecting the proper rope


-maintenance of various types of rope


-knots


-hoisting


Question: What does NFPA 1001 (FFII) require? (2)


Ans: -Rescue from a motor vehicle with rope


-assistance in a technical rescue


Question: What is the NFPA standard for rope?


Ans: 1983


Question: What does Laid rope consist of?


Ans: Strands -> yarns -> fibers

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Question: What does braided rope consist of?


Ans: sheath/jacket -> core


Question: What does kernmantle rope consist of?


Ans: mantle -> kern


Question: NFPA and utility rope


Ans: NFPA does not have regulations for utility rope


Question: Synthetic materials used in rope (3)


Ans: -nylon


-polypropylene


-polyethylene


Question: Natural materials used in rope (4)


Ans: -hemp


-cotton


-manila


-sisal

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Question: What are the advantages of synthetic materials? (4)


Ans: -durable to wear and water


-long life


-strong


-easy maintenance


Question: What are the disadvantages of synthetic materials? (1)


Ans: - melts in high heat


Question: What are the advantages of natural materials? (2)


Ans: -resistant to sun and heat


-hold knots firmly


Question: What are the disadvantages of natural materials? (3)


Ans: -molds


-vulnerable to chemicals


- burns in fire


Question: What types of rope are under the category of utility rope? (3)