AFC AFC Equipment & Apparatus Knowledge 3

Question 1

What does 'MBS' stand for on rigging hardware certification labels?

Accepted Answer

Minimum Breaking Strength

Answer

Maximum Body Support

Answer

Material Build Standard

Answer

Multi-Beam System

Question 2

What is the recommended safety factor ratio for aerial fitness rigging hardware?

Accepted Answer

1:10 or higher

Answer

1:2

Answer

1:5 or higher

Answer

1:3

Question 3

What type of anchor point is preferred for permanent aerial studio installations?

Accepted Answer

Structural steel beam rigging points

Answer

Ceiling drywall anchors

Answer

Wooden rafter clips

Answer

Adjustable tension rods

Question 4

How should a newly purchased aerial silk be prepared before its first use in class?

Accepted Answer

Wash, inspect for defects, and check rigging compatibility

Answer

Use immediately from packaging

Answer

Stretch it with weights overnight

Answer

Apply talc powder throughout

Question 5

What does a 'dead-hang test' verify in aerial equipment setup?

Accepted Answer

Rigging point and hardware integrity under static load before dynamic use

Answer

Apparatus aesthetics

Answer

Student body weight capacity

Answer

Ceiling paint adhesion

Question 6

Which environmental factor most significantly accelerates the degradation of aerial silk fabric over time?

Accepted Answer

UV light exposure and chemical contact (sweat, chalk)

Answer

Humidity alone

Answer

Cold temperatures

Answer

Low humidity