CAG Equipment Management & Maintenance 3

Question 1

Under standard UIAA static elongation test conditions, a single dynamic climbing rope's elongation under an 80 kg load typically falls within which range?

Accepted Answer

6–10%

Answer

UIAA standards specify that single dynamic ropes should exhibit approximately 6–10% elongation under static load, providing adequate energy absorption without excessive fall distance.

Question 2

For high-angle rescue operations, which anchor configuration is generally considered most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A redundant, equalized multi-point anchor that maintains equalization if one point fails

Answer

Rescue anchors must be redundant so the system survives the failure of any single component, and equalized so the load is shared across all points—meeting the critical requirements of life-safety applications.

Question 3

When a piece of equipment has been subjected to a significant fall or high-impact loading event, guides should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove it from service, document the incident, and follow manufacturer retirement guidelines

Answer

High-impact loading can cause internal damage invisible to visual inspection; manufacturer guidelines typically require retirement of impact-loaded critical gear, and documentation creates an accurate service history.

Question 4

The primary consideration when selecting client footwear for technical mountain or trail terrain is:

Accepted Answer

Appropriate sole stiffness, ankle support, and traction pattern matched to the specific terrain type

Answer

Technical terrain demands footwear with the correct combination of sole stiffness for edging support, ankle stability appropriate to the gradient, and traction suited to the surface conditions encountered.

Question 5

In the United States, personal protective equipment (PPE) for recreational climbing applications is most commonly governed by:

Accepted Answer

UIAA and/or CE (EN) standards specific to climbing equipment

Answer

Recreational climbing PPE in the US primarily follows UIAA and CE/EN standards developed specifically for climbing equipment, with ANSI Z359 applying to occupational fall protection contexts.

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CAG Equipment Management & Maintenance 3