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Define a Line. |
A rope that is cut to a specific length for a specific purpose. |
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Name three different materials lines are manufactured. |
Vegetable fibres (manila) Synthetic (nylon) Metal (steel cable) |
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Advantages of synthetic lines are... |
Uniformity of strength Do not rot |
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List 6 causes of line deterioration |
Local abrasion Cuts and contusions Overloading (shock of overloading) Heat Prolonged sunlight Chemical attack |
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Describe a Long Line |
General purpose line. Made from polypropylene 31m long |
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What is a long line used for and how is it stowed? |
To haul equipment/hoses aloft Stowed in yellow bag |
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Describe a Short Line |
GP line Made from polypropylene 15.5m long |
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Name a use for a short line and how is it stowed? |
Securing a suction hose Stowed in as a fig of 8 |
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Describe a Pouch line |
GP line carried by all firefighters Made out of plaited nylon 4m long |
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Standard tests for lines occur when? List 4. |
On acceptance After operational use Quaterly Anually at workshops |
