Rigging Week 2 NLC Flashcard

Front

What term defines the free end of a rope used to form a knot?

Back

Running End

Front

What is the CBS (Catalog breaking strength)?

Back

The average force in pounds needed to break a rope

Answer explanation

1.2 of your manual

Front

What is the industry accepted ratio for design factor?

Back

5:1

Front

What is the efficiency rating of a clove hitch?

Back

60%

Front

What is the efficiency rating of a square knot?

Back

60%

Front

What is working load limit (WLL)?

Back

The maximum allowed weight that a rope can be used with normal conditions.

Front

Which splice is not rated for efficiency? Short Splice, Eye Splice, Back Splice

Back

Back Splice

Front

Improved plow is a term used with? Wire rope, Extremely heavy loads, Its the only rope you should use, Synthetic rope

Back

Wire rope

Front

What is the efficiency rating of a short splice?

Back

90%

Front

Many companies prohibit which kind of rope? A) Natural fiber, B) Wire rope, C) Synthetic rope

Back

Natural fiber