CTSP CTSP Tree Climbing and Rigging Safety

Question 1

What is the minimum breaking strength (MBS) required for a primary climbing line used in tree care operations per ANSI Z133?

Accepted Answer

5,000 lbs

Answer

ANSI Z133 requires a climbing line to have a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs to ensure climber safety.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a work positioning lanyard in tree climbing?

Accepted Answer

To secure the climber so both hands are free for work

Answer

A work positioning lanyard secures the climber in place so both hands are free to perform work tasks.

Question 3

When using a friction hitch as a secondary attachment during climbing, where must it be positioned relative to the primary climbing hitch?

Accepted Answer

Below the primary climbing hitch

Answer

ANSI Z133 requires the friction hitch (secondary attachment) to be positioned below the primary climbing hitch for proper redundancy.

Question 4

According to ANSI Z133, when must a tree climber wear a helmet during climbing operations?

Accepted Answer

At all times while performing climbing operations

Answer

ANSI Z133 requires climbers to wear a helmet at all times throughout the entire climbing operation.

Question 5

What does 'safe working load' (SWL) refer to in the context of tree care rigging?

Accepted Answer

The load a rigging component can safely handle during normal operations

Answer

Safe working load (SWL) is the maximum load a rigging component should carry under normal working conditions, incorporating a safety factor.

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