CTSP CTSP Tree Climbing and Rigging Safety

Question 1

What is the minimum breaking strength (MBS) required for a primary climbing line used in tree care operations per ANSI Z133?

Accepted Answer

5,000 lbs

Answer

3,000 lbs

Answer

2,500 lbs

Answer

4,000 lbs

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a work positioning lanyard in tree climbing?

Accepted Answer

To secure the climber so both hands are free for work

Answer

To ascend the tree trunk

Answer

To lower cut wood pieces to the ground

Answer

To anchor the rigging line to the tree

Question 3

When using a friction hitch as a secondary attachment during climbing, where must it be positioned relative to the primary climbing hitch?

Accepted Answer

Below the primary climbing hitch

Answer

Above the primary climbing hitch

Answer

At the same level as the primary hitch

Answer

On the opposite side of the saddle

Question 4

According to ANSI Z133, when must a tree climber wear a helmet during climbing operations?

Accepted Answer

At all times while performing climbing operations

Answer

Only when operating a chainsaw in the canopy

Answer

Only when working near aerial lift equipment

Answer

Only during the descent from the tree

Question 5

What does 'safe working load' (SWL) refer to in the context of tree care rigging?

Accepted Answer

The load a rigging component can safely handle during normal operations

Answer

The maximum weight a rope can hold before breaking

Answer

The total weight of all workers and equipment in the tree

Answer

The minimum test load required to certify rigging equipment

Question 6

Which type of knot is most commonly used to attach a climbing line to a saddle's D-ring because of its security and ease of untying?

Accepted Answer

Bowline

Answer

Clove hitch

Answer

Prusik

Answer

Figure-eight on a bight