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Define the working end of a rope |
The part used to form a knot |
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Define running end |
The part used for hoisting, pulling or belaying |
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Define standing part |
The part between the working end and running end |
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Wat are the two types of rope materials |
Natural and synthetic |
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What can natural ropes be used for |
Can be used for utility purpose but not life safety |
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What can synthetic ropes be used for |
Life safety rope, resistant to mildew, excellent strength and easy to maintain |
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Define kernmantle rope |
Jacketed rope with a protective outer mantle over the load eating inside kern. Very strong 3/4 strength in the core and 1/4 strength in the sheath. |
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What is the difference between static and dynamic kernmantle rope |
Static stretches no more than 10 percent and dynamic stretches up to 60 percent |
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Static kernmantle rope must conform to |
NFPA 1983 |
