SRT Rope Systems and Throw Bags

Question 1

What is the minimum recommended throw bag rope length for swiftwater rescue operations?

Accepted Answer

50 feet

Answer

25 feet

Answer

75 feet

Answer

100 feet

Question 2

When coiling a throw bag rope for re-use after a rescue attempt, which method is preferred?

Accepted Answer

Stuff it loosely back into the bag

Answer

Butterfly coil

Answer

Daisy-chain coil

Answer

Figure-eight coil

Question 3

What rope characteristic is most important for swiftwater throw bag lines?

Accepted Answer

Low stretch and high buoyancy

Answer

High stretch (elastic) for shock absorption

Answer

Heavy diameter for added weight

Answer

Dark color for visibility at night

Question 4

A rescuer is positioned on shore and throws a bag to a swimmer. After the victim grabs the rope, the rescuer should:

Accepted Answer

Let the victim swing to shore in a pendulum arc

Answer

Pull the victim straight upstream against the current

Answer

Immediately wrap the rope around a tree to lock it

Answer

Drop the rope and wade in to assist

Question 5

Which knot is most commonly used to tie two throw bag ropes together end-to-end for extended reach?

Accepted Answer

Double fisherman's knot

Answer

Bowline

Answer

Clove hitch

Answer

Water knot

Question 6

What minimum breaking strength (MBS) is recommended for throw bag ropes used in swiftwater rescue?

Accepted Answer

2,200 lbs

Answer

500 lbs

Answer

1,000 lbs

Answer

4,400 lbs

Question 7

When a rescuer holds a throw rope and a victim grabs it in fast current, what position should the rescuer adopt to manage the load?

Accepted Answer

Sit down facing upstream with feet braced

Answer

Stand upright with arms extended

Answer

Wrap the rope around their waist

Answer

Lean forward toward the water