Movement Belay Certification Informational Text 3

Question 1

A belay certification study guide explains 'Z-clipping.' What is a Z-clip?

Accepted Answer

Clipping the bolt with rope from below the previous clip instead of the rope coming from the climber's harness

Answer

Z-clipping pulls rope from below the last clip, creating a Z-shape that locks the rope and prevents feeding slack to the climber.

Question 2

According to Movement's equipment guidelines, a locking carabiner on a belay device must be locked. What type of lock is required at most gyms?

Accepted Answer

A screwgate or auto-locking gate that is fully engaged

Answer

Gyms require a locking carabiner with the screwgate or auto-lock fully engaged to prevent accidental opening.

Question 3

A gym safety sheet states the belayer should give a 'soft catch.' In which situation is a soft catch especially important?

Accepted Answer

When the climber is near the top of the wall and a stiff catch could slam them into it

Answer

A soft catch near the top prevents the climber from being pulled hard into the wall face by an abrupt stop.

Question 4

An informational text describes 'rope drag' as a hazard. How does excessive rope drag affect the climber?

Accepted Answer

It makes it harder to clip bolts and can cause the climber to fall from the extra effort required

Answer

Excessive rope drag increases the physical effort needed to pull slack, making clipping difficult and increasing fall risk.

Question 5

A Movement belay manual states belayers must watch their climber at all times. Which action violates this rule?

Accepted Answer

Looking down at the belay device while the climber is attempting a difficult move

Answer

Looking away from the climber, even briefly, means the belayer cannot react immediately to a fall.

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