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Ropes used for low angle rescue operations should meet which standard?
Ropes used for low angle rescue operations should meet which standard?
What is required to be provided when the SOP specifies active cooling is to be implemented?
What is required to be provided when the SOP specifies active cooling is to be implemented?
Ventilation fan
If a rescuer moved a load 50 feet using a simple 3:1 mechanical advantage, how much rope was pulled through the system?
If a rescuer moved a load 50 feet using a simple 3:1 mechanical advantage, how much rope was pulled through the system?
150 feet
It is true that life safety rope must be constructed using continuous fibres.
It is true that life safety rope must be constructed using continuous fibres.
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What is the relationship of input and output forces in a mechanical advantage system?
What is the relationship of input and output forces in a mechanical advantage system?
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What is the minimum breaking strength (MBS) of a general use (G) carabiner?
What is the minimum breaking strength (MBS) of a general use (G) carabiner?
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Which device is best for lowering a load that may change during an operation?
Which device is best for lowering a load that may change during an operation?
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How is a system safety check done?
How is a system safety check done?
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What is the standard number for the NFPA Standard on Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services?
What is the standard number for the NFPA Standard on Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services?
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How much strength is lost when a nylon rope is wet?
How much strength is lost when a nylon rope is wet?
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What determines the amount of energy a rope can absorb when arresting a fall?
What determines the amount of energy a rope can absorb when arresting a fall?
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What is the purpose of a rescue equipment log?
What is the purpose of a rescue equipment log?
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What is the minimum breaking strength of a G-rated life safety rope?
What is the minimum breaking strength of a G-rated life safety rope?
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Who is responsible for developing the Incident Action Plan?
Who is responsible for developing the Incident Action Plan?
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Who must give permission before you approach a helicopter?
Who must give permission before you approach a helicopter?
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Which of the following is used to secure a litter tender's tie-in to the litter?
Which of the following is used to secure a litter tender's tie-in to the litter?
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What minimum PPE is required by a rescuer?
What minimum PPE is required by a rescuer?
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What does ULC-S555-01 refer to?
What does ULC-S555-01 refer to?
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What can be said about Critical Incident Stress Debriefings?
What can be said about Critical Incident Stress Debriefings?
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What is an advantage of the tensionless hitch anchor?
What is an advantage of the tensionless hitch anchor?
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How would you describe good patient lifting technique?
How would you describe good patient lifting technique?
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What is indicated by a black triage tag attached to a victim?
What is indicated by a black triage tag attached to a victim?
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Where will you find a continuous tape/label that identifies the date of manufacture, the lot number, and NFPA compliance?
Where will you find a continuous tape/label that identifies the date of manufacture, the lot number, and NFPA compliance?
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When should a Personnel Accountability Report be conducted?
When should a Personnel Accountability Report be conducted?
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How many points of attachment are used to attach the litter bridle to the litter?
How many points of attachment are used to attach the litter bridle to the litter?
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Using a simple 3:1 mechanical advantage system, how many feet of rope are pulled through the system to raise a person 50 feet?
Using a simple 3:1 mechanical advantage system, how many feet of rope are pulled through the system to raise a person 50 feet?
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What is the main concept of descent control devices?
What is the main concept of descent control devices?
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What is the benefit of lowering a rescuer in a high angle rescue situation?
What is the benefit of lowering a rescuer in a high angle rescue situation?
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Which of the following standards addresses the inspection and maintenance of rescue equipment?
Which of the following standards addresses the inspection and maintenance of rescue equipment?
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What does 'input force' refer to?
What does 'input force' refer to?
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Using the OATH method of communication, how many rope tugs would indicate the need to eliminate slack in the rope?
Using the OATH method of communication, how many rope tugs would indicate the need to eliminate slack in the rope?
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What is the belayer's response to the call of 'on rope'?
What is the belayer's response to the call of 'on rope'?
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Which type of belay system is managed by a separate person below the rappeller?
Which type of belay system is managed by a separate person below the rappeller?
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Which type of litter is best suited for the low angle environment?
Which type of litter is best suited for the low angle environment?
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If an ascender is used in a hauling system, which way should the arrow point towards?
If an ascender is used in a hauling system, which way should the arrow point towards?
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If there are two feet of a lever on one side of the fulcrum and ten feet of lever on the other side, what is the mechanical advantage?
If there are two feet of a lever on one side of the fulcrum and ten feet of lever on the other side, what is the mechanical advantage?
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What is the knot used for webbing?
What is the knot used for webbing?
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When should a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing begin?
When should a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing begin?
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When is the emergency phase of an incident over for the firefighter?
When is the emergency phase of an incident over for the firefighter?
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Which type of belay system activates without any reaction from the belayer?
Which type of belay system activates without any reaction from the belayer?
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How many times would you wrap the rope around a figure 8 descender/rescue 8 for a two-person load?
How many times would you wrap the rope around a figure 8 descender/rescue 8 for a two-person load?
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Which IMS section is responsible for collecting, collating, and disseminating information?
Which IMS section is responsible for collecting, collating, and disseminating information?
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Who needs to understand the accountability system?
Who needs to understand the accountability system?
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How is a rope inspected?
How is a rope inspected?
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Which standard specifies the minimum job performance requirements for technical rescue personnel?
Which standard specifies the minimum job performance requirements for technical rescue personnel?
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What can be used as edge protection?
What can be used as edge protection?
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What should be provided when rehab is required?
What should be provided when rehab is required?
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What is the name of the metal wheel that the rope runs over in a pulley?
What is the name of the metal wheel that the rope runs over in a pulley?
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What type of general use life safety rope stretches 1-10% at 10% of its minimum breaking strength?
What type of general use life safety rope stretches 1-10% at 10% of its minimum breaking strength?
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Who may conduct a system safety check?
Who may conduct a system safety check?
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What is the name for the written document that identifies hazards within the local jurisdiction, the need for specific types of rescue capabilities, and standard operating procedures used to conduct rescue operations?
What is the name for the written document that identifies hazards within the local jurisdiction, the need for specific types of rescue capabilities, and standard operating procedures used to conduct rescue operations?
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When the haul team eases tension on the rope and lets the progress capture device engage, what is the term that is announced?
When the haul team eases tension on the rope and lets the progress capture device engage, what is the term that is announced?
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If the haul team exerts a force of 200 pounds onto a 4:1 mechanical advantage system, what is the resulting force?
If the haul team exerts a force of 200 pounds onto a 4:1 mechanical advantage system, what is the resulting force?
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How can rescuers prevent disease transmission?
How can rescuers prevent disease transmission?
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What information should you provide to paramedics?
What information should you provide to paramedics?
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Which type of belay system has a separate anchor, rope, and person to manage it?
Which type of belay system has a separate anchor, rope, and person to manage it?
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Which type of belay system is one of the most popular belay systems used in the fire service?
Which type of belay system is one of the most popular belay systems used in the fire service?
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What is true of dynamic kernmantle rope?
What is true of dynamic kernmantle rope?
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What should be considered when packaging a patient in the low angle environment?
What should be considered when packaging a patient in the low angle environment?
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Who is responsible for establishing documentation methods, such as incident reports, inspection reports, and injury reports?
Who is responsible for establishing documentation methods, such as incident reports, inspection reports, and injury reports?
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What is true about a progress capture device (PCD)?
What is true about a progress capture device (PCD)?
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What is the advantage of a lowering system?
What is the advantage of a lowering system?
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What should be done with rescue equipment that has been contaminated with hazardous materials?
What should be done with rescue equipment that has been contaminated with hazardous materials?
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Study Notes
Rope Standards and Strengths
- Low angle rescue ropes must meet NFPA 1983 standards.
- General use carabiners have a minimum breaking strength (MBS) of 9000 lb.
- G-rated life safety ropes also have a minimum breaking strength of 40 kN (9000 lb).
- Wet nylon ropes lose approximately 15% of their strength.
- Static ropes stretch 1-10% at 10% of their MBS.
Rescue Operations and Techniques
- An active cooling operation requires a ventilation fan.
- To move a load 50 feet using a 3:1 mechanical advantage, 150 feet of rope is pulled through the system.
- A brake bar rack is ideal for lowering loads with variable weight.
- Good patient lifting technique relies on using legs instead of the back.
Incident Command and Safety Protocols
- The Incident Commander is responsible for developing the Incident Action Plan.
- Permission to approach a helicopter must be obtained from the helicopter pilot.
- Critical Incident Stress Debriefings require participation from all involved personnel.
- All personnel on-site must understand the accountability system.
Equipment and Inspection Regulations
- A rescue equipment log tracks the life history of each piece of equipment.
- A system safety check includes visual, tactile inspections, and load tests.
- The NFPA 1006 standard details minimum job performance requirements for technical rescue personnel.
- Edge protection can include edge rollers and tarps to prevent rope damage.
Communication and Accountability
- Using the OATH method, three rope tugs indicate the need to eliminate slack.
- On the call “on rope,” the belayer responds with “on belay.”
- The Planning section in the IMS collects, collates, and disseminates information.
- Documentation methods such as incident and inspection reports are established by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
Belay Systems and Safety Measures
- Different belay systems include bottom belay, automatic belay, manual belay, and tandem Prussik belay.
- The advantage of a tensionless hitch anchor is it maintains 100% rope strength.
- A progress capture device (PCD) can be classified as hardware or software, providing versatility in rescue operations.
Patient Handling and Environmental Considerations
- When packaging a patient in a low angle environment, protection against environmental factors is essential.
- Upon completion of an assignment, a Personnel Accountability Report should be conducted.
- Rescue equipment contaminated with hazardous materials should be disposed of if decontamination is unviable.
Miscellaneous
- For rescue operations, four attachment points are necessary for securing a litter bridle.
- A black triage tag indicates priority zero in victim triage systems.
- The methodology for determining mechanical advantage includes calculating the ratio of input to output forces in various configurations.
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Test your knowledge on NFPA 1006 standards for technical rescue operations. This quiz covers various key concepts, including equipment standards and rescue techniques relevant to low angle rescue scenarios. Perfect for those preparing for certification or looking to refresh their knowledge.
