Firefighter Ladders, Ropes, and Knots 2

Question 1

What is the proper climbing angle for a ground extension ladder?

Accepted Answer

75 degrees

Answer

45 degrees

Answer

60 degrees

Answer

90 degrees

Question 2

Which knot is best for hoisting a tool with a closed handle, such as an axe?

Accepted Answer

Clove hitch with a half hitch

Answer

Bowline

Answer

Figure-eight

Answer

Square knot

Question 3

What does the term 'beam' refer to on a ground ladder?

Accepted Answer

The main structural side rails

Answer

The rungs you step on

Answer

The top safety shoe

Answer

The rope used to extend it

Question 4

When raising a ladder near electrical wires, the firefighter should primarily be concerned about which type of ladder?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum (metal) ladders

Answer

Wood ladders

Answer

Fiberglass ladders

Answer

Composite ladders

Question 5

How far should a ladder extend above a roof line to provide a safe egress point?

Accepted Answer

About 5 rungs (3-5 feet)

Answer

Even with the roof edge

Answer

10 feet

Answer

Just below the edge

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'safety belay' when raising a ladder?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the fly section from sliding down unexpectedly

Answer

To lubricate the rungs

Answer

To measure the climbing angle

Answer

To paint the beams

Question 7

Which ladder is typically used to access upper floors or roofs and can be extended to varying heights?

Accepted Answer

Extension ladder

Answer

Roof ladder

Answer

Folding ladder

Answer

A-frame stepladder