What is the term for a rope that is intended to be used by a fire fighter only for self- rescue from
an extreme situation?
B. Personal escape rope
With natural fiber ropes, the fibers are twisted together to form a structure. What is this structure called?
C. A strand
What is the lightest of the synthetic fibers?
B. Polypropylene
When placing a life safety rope into a bag for storage, what knot should be tied in the end of the
rope that is going into the bag first?
B. Figure eight on a bight
What effect do knots in ropes have on their load-bearing capacity?
C. They lessen it.
What is another term for a safety knot?
B. Overhand knot
Will a correctly tied safety knot slide on the standing part of the rope?
A. Yes, it will slide.
How are life safety ropes rated?
B. For one person or two persons
When can utility rope be used in situations that call for life safety rope?
B. Never
What is one material that is especially well-suited for water rescue rope?
D. Polypropylene
What sort of core does a dynamic kernmantle rope have?
D. Overlapping or woven, shock-absorber
What must happen to a personal escape rope once it is used?
D. Replaced
What is the main difference between a twisted rope and a braided rope?
A. Inner core
What term describes a second line that is attached to a rescuer and that serves as a backup if the main line fails?
A. Tag
B. Lifeline
C. Tether
D. Belay