CH 5

Question 1

The effective length of a ladder is always _____ than its actual length because of the safe climbing and working angle.

Answer 1

shorter
pg 125

Question 2

If a ladder is to be used for positioning a firefighter to break a window for _________, it should be placed alongside the window to the windward (upwind) side.

Answer 2

ventilation
pg 135

Question 3

If a ladder is to be used for entry or rescue through a window the ladder tip is usually placed on the ______ of the window, slightly below the sill.

Answer 3

mid-line
pg 135