Rigging quiz

Many companies prohibit use of this type of rope because it is subject to rot issues.

• Nylon

• Polypropylene

• Manila

• Polyester

Which of these statements about synthetic rope is true?

• Synthetic rope is more resistant to damage caused by water and mildew

• Synthetic rope is not preferred because of its conductive properties

• Synthetic rope is available in sisal, hemp, or manila

• Synthetic rope uses short overlapped fibers wound in the same direction as the strands

A manufacturer's label indicates that a rope has a CBS of 3,500 lbs. What is its working load limit?

• 3,500 lbs

• 1,750 lbs

• 700 lbs

• 350 LBS

Which of the following best defines catalog breaking strength?

• The Price of the rope according to its length

• A description of the rope's strength in a shock load scenario.

• The estimated tension needed to break a rope

• The maximum load that can be safely and regularly applied to a rope

A manufacturer's label indicates that a rope has a CBS of 3,500 lbs. What is its working load limit?

• 3,500 lbs

• 1,750 lbs

• 700 lbs

• 350 IBS

What is the working load limit of a rope with a catalog breaking strength of 7,000 lbs?

• 900 lbs

• 1,400 lbs

• 4,550 bs

• 6,300 lo

How efficient is an eye splice?

• 50%

• 65%

• 90%

• 95%

What is the efficiency rating of a square knot?

• 50%

• 60%

• 95%

• 65%

Which of the following knots is the least efficient?

• Timber hitch

• Eye splice

• Bowline on a bight

• Back Splice