Technical Rescue I Rope Rescue Certification Practice Exam

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• Which of the following is considered a secondary hazard assessment?
• To prevent damage to the device or rope, light use pulleys should not exceed which tensile strength without permanent damage?
• What is the purpose of a tensionless hitch in rope rescue?
• What is the minimum test load that general use DCDs must withstand?
• What items are known as auxiliary equipment in rope rescue?
• Tubular webbing at a width of 1" is rated at how many k/N?
• According to safety regulations, what must auxiliary equipment have to ensure safety?
• What must be done to an escape rope after it has been used once?
• When is dynamic rope recommended for use in relation to anticipated fall factors?
• Which two categories can highlines be classified into?
• What is the critical angle in rope rescue operations?
• Which type of rope absorbs shock forces faster?
• What is the maximum fall factor where dynamic rope is typically used?
• What type of highline uses a main line to support the load on pulleys or carabiners?
• What part of a system often proves to be a weak point because they are not load-rated?
• Under what condition should ropes typically be retired according to safety standards?
• What is the minimum breaking strength required for general use pick-off straps?
• What is the minimum breaking strength required for light use rope?
• What type of highline maintains tensions on the main line and lowers the load through secondary ropes?
• Kernmantle rope can be defined as either __________ or __________.
• What is the primary use of escape rope?
• At what degree should pickets be set and facing from the load?
• Which setup should be established first in all rope rescue operations?
• What minimum load must both light use and general use DCDs withstand without permanent damage?
• Which rope type is typically evaluated for escape scenarios?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the single point anchor systems?
• What does NFPA 1983 specify about auxiliary equipment?
• What must be ensured about a rope when using DCDs at the tested minimum load?
• What is the consequence of failing to destroy a used escape rope?
• What should NEVER be used as an anchor with a girth hitch?
• Who is responsible for the system safety check?
• What type of rope is considered a single-purpose, one-time use rope?
• Which NFPA standard defines life safety rope?
• In rope rescue, what should be prioritized before establishing any other safety measures?
• What is the maximum practical distance for a highline operation?
• What does severe shock-loading result in for a rope?
• What type of figure 8 is preferred for rescue to prevent girth hitch lock up?
• What do you commonly call pulleys that connect the load to the main lines?
• What is the primary risk posed by abrasions on life safety ropes in rescue situations?
• Which device is essential for controlling descent speed during rescue operations?
• Pulleys are specifically designed to reduce which of the following?
• What standard covers operations and training for technical search and rescue incidents?
• What configuration typically offers greater mechanical advantage in low angle rescues?
• Which of the following is true for a load distributing system?
• In what situation should accessory cord be used?
• What configuration of rope tensioning should be utilized for maximum efficiency with a six-person team?
• What are the two types of multiple point anchor systems?
• Which standard defines testing requirements and certification procedures for life safety rope?
• What is the primary function of the mantle in a kernmantle rope?
• What type of ascenders is preferable to avoid cutting ropes during falls?
• Why is proper edge protection critical in rope rescue operations?
• What shape do D-shaped carabiners utilize for added strength?
• What is the maximum elongation or stretch of static rope at 10% of its minimum breaking strength?
• How should a carabiner be loaded to maximize strength?
• Which devices are included as examples of auxiliary equipment?
• When performing a low angle rescue, which equipment is most preferred?
• What is a small diameter cord used for highlines that is thrown or shot across a span called?
• After getting wet, how should rope be dried?
• What type of rope is designed for general use with a two-person load?
• What is the required major axis breaking strength for light use carabiners with the gate closed?
• In a load sharing system, when is the stress on each anchor equal?
• The water knot maintains nearly what percentage of webbing strength?
• Which type of check must be performed during a safety check?
• What is the primary factor evaluated during the initial hazard assessment?
• What is one standard action to maintain rope integrity?
• Class I harnesses are designed for emergency escape with a design load of what value in k/N?
• What term describes the angle created by sag in a rope between two points?
• In what configuration does a girth hitch create a loop?
• What type of angle rescues is most commonly encountered in technical rope rescue situations?
• When using a vehicle as an anchor, it must be parked in what orientation to the load?
• What percentage of rope strength is reduced by using the double loop figure eight?
• With 7 persons pulling, what tensioning system should be implemented?
• What type of warning does a prusik hitch provide when overloaded?
• In a load distributing system, how is the load shared among the anchors?
• Breaking strength is commonly referred to as what type of strength?
• How quickly can unconsciousness followed by death occur in suspended victims?
• What is the breaking strength range of accessory cord?
• Which part of the rope is the inner core and is usually 75% of the tensile strength?
• What term describes a force created through mechanical means, providing a greater output force than the input force?
• What is the maximum distance pickets should be placed from the load?
• Which device allows people to descend a rope at a controlled speed?
• How much does the butterfly knot reduce rope strength?
• Flat webbing at a width of 1" is rated at how many k/N?
• Pickets should be what length to allow adequate anchoring?
• Which of the following indicates a rope's preparedness for use based on visual checks?
• What is the maximum preferred angle in a rope rescue scenario?
• How often should rope be inspected?
• The minimum breaking strength at which percentage does the static rope operate optimally for elongation?
• Which knot maintains all of the rope strength without any tension applied?
• What percent of rope length does the static rope stretch at 10% of the minimum breaking strength?
• What does a prusik hitch provide when excessive force is applied?
• How many times the diameter of the rope should the anchor point be for a tensionless hitch?
• At what angle will the load on each leg of the system be approximately 100 percent of the load?
• What should the portion of a picket that is set into the ground be?
• What is the critical angle that should not be exceeded during a rescue operation?
• What is one disadvantage of aluminum equipment compared to steel?
• Which phase is NOT included in the four phases of Rope Rescue?
• According to NFPA 1983, accessory cord is classified as what type of equipment?
• According to NFPA 1983, what is the maximum load for a two-person load?
• Which knot is used for creating a secure loop in rope rescue applications?
• In the context of rescue operations, what does a system safety check typically ensure?
• What type of system should be used when each anchor point needs to share the load?
• What is the minimum breaking strength for anchor straps?
• When utilizing a static rope, what is the elongation percentage at its breaking strength if it stretches 6%?
• What is the minimum breaking strength for general use rope?
• Which type of racks are preferred in low angle rescue operations?
• What is the ideal angle of a re-direct for optimal performance in a haul system?
• What is the minimum tensile strength requirement for light use pulleys without permanent damage?
• For proper rope rescue setup, what is essential when using prusik knots?
• What is the diameter range for general use rope?
• What is the primary purpose of edge rollers in rope rescue?
• In which type of systems is the end of the rope attached to the load while the PCD is connected to the load line?
• What type of washing machine is easiest for cleaning rope?
• What type of haul systems can be reset and offer a greater range than even-numbered systems?
• What is a key concern while conducting rescues in elevated terrains?
• Which NFPA standard pertains to Technical Rescuer Professional Qualification?
• What must general use carabiners have for their minor axis breaking strength?
• What is an essential characteristic of the anchors used in a rescue operation?
• Which configuration is used to achieve a secure anchor with minimal tension on the knot?
• In rope rescue, what factor assesses the potential impact of falling objects and environmental conditions?
• What are compound haul systems constructed from?
• What design load is a Class II harness designed for in a rope rescue environment?
• What is the best way to pack rope for storage?
• What physiological occurrence is defined by blood accumulating in veins due to gravity and lack of movement?
• What is the minimum test load for ascending devices that must be met for general use?
• The inline figure eight reduces rope strength by what percentage?
• How does every knot affect rope strength?
• If a team of three is pulling, what is an appropriate system to use for highline tensioning?
• What is the minimum tensile strength required for the becket on light use pulleys?
• What is the main function of a rope grab device?
• How many persons are required to pull for a 2:1 system when tensioning highlines?
• What is the minimum breaking strength required for an escape rope?
• What is the diameter range of an escape rope?
• What is an essential characteristic of accessory cord when used for prusiks?
• Ropes should be stored according to which recommendation?
• The figure eight follow through reduces rope strength by what percentage?
• For which standard must a record be kept documenting the use of life safety rope?
• If you have 8 persons pulling, which system would you use to tension highlines?
• Which tensioning system would require the least amount of manpower from the choices given?
• What equipment is primarily used in the construction of MA systems?
• The double loop figure eight is primarily used for what purpose in rope rescue?
• What does the NFPA define as a two-person load in kilonewtons?
• To achieve more friction with a Figure 8 with ears, what should you do before descending?
• What type of hazard can be assessed during secondary assessments involving environmental risks?
• Which system is considered the best choice when performing a rescue task?
• Personal belay devices are typically rated for how many persons' load?
• Which type of ascenders can sever a rope if used improperly?
• Anchor straps must have a minimum breaking strength of how many k/N?
• What factor is used when utilizing 1/2" rope in rescue operations?
• What is the minimum minor axis breaking strength for general use carabiners?
• Which type of rack is most effective for controlling speed during lowering operations?
• Which type of harness is used where inverting may occur and has a design load of 2.67 k/N?
• What type of equipment provides the best protection for moving rope?
• Which system would be optimal for 4 persons pulling on highlines?
• What is the minimum tensile strength specification for the becket on general use pulleys?
• When ascending a rope, what safety device is crucial for preventing falls?
• What does the term "termination" in the rope rescue phases refer to?
• What is the most common type of rope used in rope rescue?
• What is the minimum test load for ascending devices intended for light use?
• Which system requires fewer components for simplicity during a rescue operation?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of improvised edge padding?
• What is the minimum number of persons required for a 6:1 system to tension highlines?
• What is the term for a method used to control potential fall distance to minimize damage or injury?
• When using a Gibbs device, which type is recommended?
• Which term describes a potential fall distance control method that minimizes damage and injury?
• What is the diameter range for light use rope?
• Which method is NOT recommended for storing rope?
• What is the minimum tensile strength required for an emergency escape harness?
• What kind of wear is caused by rubbing on a rope?
• What is the recommended practice regarding the use of odd-numbered systems in rope rescue?
• Which knot is generally used for securing a loop at the end of the rope?
• Which material is known for its high resistance to wear and abrasion?
• How many pounds does one kilonewton equal approximately?
• What Class harness assists in weight distribution during a rescue?
• What tensile strength must light use pulleys withstand without load failure?
• What initiates the primary assessment of rope rescue operations?
• What type of rope is classified for light use?
• In a compound system, the secondary system should have a force that is what in relation to the primary system?
• What is the minimum tensile strength requirement for general use pulleys to avoid load failure?
• What methods can be used to inspect damaged hardware?
• General use pulleys must have a minimum tensile strength of at least how many k/N without permanent damage?
• When considering rescue operations, which harness class is crucial for weight distribution?
• Where should a PCD be placed within a haul system to maximize effectiveness?
• Accessory cord has a diameter range between which sizes?
• According to the 10 percent rule, how many feet of sag is required for every 200 lbf of load over a 100-foot span?
• In which type of system is the end of the rope attached to the anchor while the PCD is attached to the haul line?
• For a 3:1 system to tension highlines, how many persons must be pulling?
• What is the minimum test load that light use DCDs must withstand?
• What combination does aluminum equipment possess in terms of strength and weight?
• What is the maximum load defined by NFPA 1983 for a one-person load?
• What is a key feature of a brake bar rack during lowering operations?
• What is critical in the relationship between the prusik material and another specific line?
• When making prusiks, what should be the diameter of the accessory cord compared to the main line rope?
• At what angle should the angle of redirect ideally be set?
• Some dynamic ropes can stretch up to what percentage before breaking?
• What is the ratio needed if 5 persons are pulling to create tension in highlines?
• What are the two sides of a highline system named?
• What percentage of strength does a figure eight on a bight reduce rope strength by?