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What characteristic is NOT correct regarding rescue ropes?
What characteristic is NOT correct regarding rescue ropes?
- They are 1/2 inches in diameter and 150 feet long.
- They can be used in any situation by trained personnel. (correct)
- They are non-elongational and non-spinning with a high abrasion resistance.
- They are tested and approved for 9000 pounds of tensile strength.
What is the preferred family of knots to be used when working with rescue ropes and why?
What is the preferred family of knots to be used when working with rescue ropes and why?
- Figure 8 family, because they cause less stress on the rope. (correct)
- Bowline family, due to ease of tying.
- Clove hitch family, because they are easily adjustable.
- Square knot family, due to their secure hold.
What should fire companies do with a used rescue rope?
What should fire companies do with a used rescue rope?
- Place ropes out-of-service and request replacement by forwarding form F.D. 703 or an e-mail to Station 1. (correct)
- Inspect the rope for damage, and if none is found, return to service.
- Use the rope for training purposes only.
- Clean the rope thoroughly and place it back in service.
What information should officers include when placing ropes out-of-service?
What information should officers include when placing ropes out-of-service?
According to the SOP, which statement is most accurate regarding the use of utility ropes?
According to the SOP, which statement is most accurate regarding the use of utility ropes?
What is the responsibility of Station 1 regarding ropes?
What is the responsibility of Station 1 regarding ropes?
According to the SOP, which of the following actions requires a rescue rope to be immediately taken out-of-service?
According to the SOP, which of the following actions requires a rescue rope to be immediately taken out-of-service?
What information should Station 1 include in the rope log?
What information should Station 1 include in the rope log?
According to the SOP, what type of container should rescue ropes be stored and carried in?
According to the SOP, what type of container should rescue ropes be stored and carried in?
Which of the following is the most important consideration for the care and maintenance of rescue ropes?
Which of the following is the most important consideration for the care and maintenance of rescue ropes?
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Purpose of the SOP
Purpose of the SOP
To establish procedures relating to the use, maintenance, and responsibilities associated with rescue ropes (lifelines) and utility ropes.
Rescue Rope Use
Rescue Rope Use
Rescue ropes should only be used for rescue situations.
Rescue Rope Characteristics
Rescue Rope Characteristics
Rescue ropes are only Static Kernmantle ropes, 1/2 inches in diameter, 150 feet long, non-elongational, non-spinning, high abrasion resistance, and tested/approved for 9000 pounds of tensile strength.
Preferred Knots for Rescue Ropes
Preferred Knots for Rescue Ropes
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Rescue Rope Situations
Rescue Rope Situations
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About Utility Ropes
About Utility Ropes
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Utility Rope Restriction
Utility Rope Restriction
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Rescue Rope Storage
Rescue Rope Storage
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Out-of-Service Rope
Out-of-Service Rope
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Cleaning Used Rescue Ropes
Cleaning Used Rescue Ropes
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Study Notes
- Procedures relate to the use, maintenance, and responsibilities associated with rescue ropes (lifelines) and utility ropes.
Rescue Ropes (Lifelines)
- Only to be used for rescue situations
- Should be Static Kernmantle ropes.
- ½ inches in diameter, 150 feet long, non-elongational, non-spinning, high abrasion resistance and tensile strength tested and approved for 9000 pounds
Knots
- The Figure 8 family cause less stress on rope
- Should be preferred for rescue ropes
Emergency Situations
- Can be used for all life-threatening situations including water rescue
- They do not float, polypropylene ropes shall be carried on apparatus in throw bags
Utility Ropes
- 3/8 inches in diameter.
- Tensile strength varies by manufacturer
- All situation-appropriate knots may be used
- Should not be used as a rescue rope.
Care and Maintenance
- Rescue ropes are issued, stored, and carried in a sealed bag or metal container on fire apparatus
- Prevent contamination by foreign substances.
- Removed from service immediately once used, that was removed from its container/bag
Procedures for Fire Companies
- Shall not attempt to clean and place back in service a used rescue rope
- Station 1 is the designated rope station taking accountability for rope replacement
Procedures for Officers
- Responsible for proper care, use, and storage of all rescue ropes and equipment
- Place ropes out-of-service and request replacement by forwarding form F.D. 703 or an e-mail to Station 1 including type of usage and contamination
Station 1 Procedures
- Station 1 shall provide a "loaner" rope upon notification that a rope has been placed out-of-service and take possession of the out-of-service rope.
- Station 1 is responsible to evaluate, clean, test, and replace or re-issue the rope.
- Responsible to maintain a rope log including Company the rope is issued to, date of issue, lot number, length and color.
- Ropes returned for inspection shall be documented in the log, with the reason for the inspection in the “remarks” section (e.g. physical damage, contamination).
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