Ropes And Knots

Question 1

Requirements of a knot

Answer 1

Easy to tie
Easy to untie
Serves a purpose
Won’t damage the line

Question 2

Ropes cut to length are..

Answer 2

Lines

Question 3

What are ropes made from

Answer 3

Ropes are synthetic material or kernmantle construction

Question 4

Terminology?

Answer 4

Running end
Standing end
Bite
Loop (overhand, underhand)
Round turn

Question 5

What is dressing of a knot

Answer 5

The orientation and tightening of all knot parts so it is ready for use

Question 6

Long line

Answer 6

13mm
15m
500kg working load
General purpose (hauling or lowering equipment. Tying off equipment)
No life support

Question 7

Pocket line

Answer 7

6mm
3-4m
100kg working load
General purpose (securing ladder, hoses etc

Question 8

Rescue line

Answer 8

13mm
50,100,200m lengths
Used for rescue only

Question 9

Types of deterioration

Answer 9

Mechanical- cuts, contusions,local abrasion, shock loading
Chemical- chemical attack,bleaches and solvents,mildew,heat,sunlight

Question 10

Avoiding deterioration

Answer 10

Avoid storing near batteries and generators
Wash and dry muddy and dirty lines
Store away from sunlight and heat exposure
Store in bag
Know causes and avoid them

Question 11

Inspecting lines

Answer 11

Visual- sheath wear, exposed core,lack of uniformity, discolouration

Feel for- stiff fibers,changes in diameter,soft spongy areas

Question 12

Washing

Answer 12

Cold water
Mild detergent
No bleaches or solvents
Agitate in water
Rinse with fresh clean water
Dry out of sunlight
Don’t dry in drier or drying room

Question 13

Replace when?

Answer 13

Worn, has been exposed to a shock loading, damaged