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The safe working load (SWL) for rope uses a factor of five as a safety margin.
False
Tensile Strength measures the ability of a rope to withstand force applied quickly.
False
Breaking Strength indicates the weight or force that can safely be applied to a rope.
False
The safety factor accounts for increased strength of the rope under operating conditions.
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Lead climbing techniques are discussed in detail in the training manual and program.
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Consulting the specific rope manufacturer is necessary to determine the Safe Working Load (SWL).
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Prusik Rope is primarily used for cutting through ropes during rescue operations.
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It is recommended to wash ropes in a washing machine without proper chaining and suitable washing product.
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Twisting and kinking ropes are encouraged for better durability.
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Ropes should not be exposed to direct sunlight during storage.
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It is safe to smoke around ropes and rigging equipment during rescue operations.
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Retirement of rope is recommended after being in service for ten years.
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Using a tree with a diameter of less than 25 cm is recommended when selecting it as an anchor.
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Rocky outcrops and boulders are not suitable to be used as anchors due to their instability.
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It is important to avoid sharp edges when using rocky outcrops or boulders as anchors.
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It is advisable to attach webbing or rope directly to a tree without checking for potential damage to the anchoring material.
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Large trees are not suitable to be used as anchors because they are often rotted.
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Boulders sitting on smaller rocks can provide a stable anchor due to the increased friction between the rocks.
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In a compound pulley system with different Mas, the system with the higher MA should be attached to the load.
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Z-Rigs have a 2:1 Mechanical Advantage.
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Complex Mechanical Advantage Systems require more equipment compared to simple systems.
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A Change of Direction (COD) within a Mechanical Advantage is when pulling force and load travel in the same direction.
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Separate anchors are not necessary for each Mechanical Advantage system in complex setups.
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Z-Rigs are only used in simple rope rescue systems.
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The Radium Release Hitch allows for two prusiks to work without interfering with each other.
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A Prusik Minding Pulley (PMP) is essential for a lowering operation.
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The shorter prusik in a Prusik Safety Belay should be closer to the load release connection.
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Rappelling involves ascending a rope using a descent control device.
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Most rescue teams use a personal brake bar or micro rack as a descending device during rappelling.
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The descending device is connected to the rescuer's harness using an unlocked carabiner.
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