Rope Rescue
The two categories of anchors you could use for rope rescue systems.
Natural and Man Made
In this collapse pattern, the floor or roof collapses completely and comes to rest on the floor below, creating very small to no voids underneath.
Pancake
This type of confined space has the potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere, engulf a person, or present another serious safety hazard.
Permit required
In trench rescue, rescuers should generally stay back at least this far from the edge of an unprotected trench to reduce the risk of additional collapse.
2 feet
This type of glass is designed to shatter into small, dull pieces
Tempered glass
The strength rating of 1/2” kernmantle rope in pounds.
8,992 lbs. (40 kn)
When searching a collapsed structure, this term describes a survivable space created within the debris where a victim may be located.
Void
During a confined-space rescue, this atmospheric condition is especially dangerous because it can cause a rescuer to become incapacitated before they realize they’re in trouble.
Oxygen deficient atmosphere
This type of soil is the most stable and has the greatest ability to stand unsupported.
Type A soil
This color is universally used by auto manufacturers to identify high-voltage cables in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Orange
In a two-rope system, this rope is the primary load-bearing line used to raise, lower, or support the rescuer or patient.
Main Line
In structural collapse operations, this system uses posts, beams, or other materials to temporarily support an unstable structure and protect rescuers.
Shoring
How many feet of air line can you use on a SAR (supplied air respirator system).
300 feet
Because it is heavier than air, this deadly, odorless gas can quickly pool at the bottom of an unventilated trench.
Carbon monoxide
When disabling a vehicle’s 12-volt electrical system, which battery cable is traditionally disconnected first?
Negative (black) cable
In a Z-rig system, pulling this many feet of rope raises the load approximately one foot.
3 Feet
During a structural collapse, rescuers may create this type of opening through concrete, masonry, or other debris to gain access to a trapped victim beneath them.
Clean breach
A standard 4-gas monitor is designed to detect these four atmospheric hazards.
Oxygen, LEL, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen sulfide
This three-word nickname describes a traditional, hand-cut wooden timber shore that is notched and driven tightly into place.
Hit to fit
Before beginning a vehicle extrication, rescuers should first address this critical safety concern involving the vehicle’s ability to move unexpectedly.
Stabilization
When using 1/2-inch kernmantle rope for a tensionless hitch, what is the minimum diameter anchor you should use?
4 Inches
When using a K12 rescue saw to cut reinforced concrete, this type of blade is required to cut through both the concrete and the reinforcing steel.
Diamond Blade
OSHA rules dictate a mechanical retrieval device must be available for spaces deeper than…
5 Feet
In a trench rescue, this protective system involves cutting the trench walls back at an angle rather than installing physical supports.
Sloping
Name the main two vehicle safety systems that may use a stored or compressed charge.
Airbags and seat-belt pretensioners