Challenges of Navigating Steep Terrain

The video discusses EPC's challenges on Kodiak Island, focusing on a steep hill that poses significant difficulties for equipment and crew. The terrain is described as icy, rocky, and steep, requiring careful navigation and improvisation. Caleb, a crew member, uses innovative methods to manage the terrain, highlighting the demanding conditions faced during the project.

What is EPC's next challenge on Kodiak Island?

• Clearing a forest

• Crossing a river

• Navigating a steep hill

• Building a bridge

Why is the hill considered difficult despite appearing flat?

• It is very narrow

• It has a lot of trees

• It is built on a gully side

• It is covered in snow

What is the main reason the terrain is difficult to navigate?

• It is very windy

• It is very dark

• It is rocky and icy

• It is very hot

What makes the terrain more treacherous when it rains?

• It attracts wildlife

• It floods

• It becomes slippery with ash

• It becomes muddy

How steep is the hill described in the video?

• 30° angle

• 45° angle

• 60° angle

• 90° angle

What is the primary concern for those navigating the hill?

• Encountering wildlife

• Running out of supplies

• Sliding down the hill

• Getting lost

What challenge did the camera crew face?

• Lost equipment

• Ran out of battery

• Couldn't find the location

• Faced bad weather

What does Caleb do to help the excavator?

• Adds more fuel

• Breaks up the rock

• Calls for backup

• Uses a different machine

What indicates the steepness of the hill?

• The truck is not used

• The truck is parked at the top

• The truck struggles and slides

• The truck easily climbs it