1-1 / lesson 16 Bucket rescue

In order to give the victim a good chance of survival during a bucket truck rescue, it should be carried out in no more than ? , so CPR can be started. a. 4 minutes b. 7 minutes c. 10 minutes d. 12 minutes

a. 4 minutes

When using a rope to extract a victim from a bucket, the knots to use are either three half-hitches or a ? knot. a. bowline b. overhand c. running bowline d. square

a. bowline

According to ANSI Z359.4, bucket truck rescue systems are designed for an exceptional two man descent up to ? . a. 400 lbs. b. 440 lbs. c. 500 lbs. d. 540 lbs.

b. 440 lbs.

While training, at what height should a stopper knot be placed in the descent line? a. At the bottom of the descent line b. At the point the user can make contact to the ground with their feet c. In the middle of the descent line d. No knot is needed

b. At the point the user can make contact to the ground with their feet

What is the first and most critical step when performing a self rescue? a. Attach the carabiner to harness b. Attach the snaphook to an appropriate anchor point c. Disconnect the shock absorber from the anchor point d. Drop the storage bag to the ground

b. Attach the snaphook to an appropriate anchor point

In the Rescue Block Method of bucket rescue, the anchor point should be located ? from the top lip of the bucket. a. 5' b. 5.5' c. 8.5' d. 12'

c. 8.5'

Where should a worker exit the bucket once the rescue system has been attached? a. Any point around the bucket b. At the anchor point c. Directly across from the anchor point d. None of the above

c. Directly across from the anchor point

When applying the manual lift method, first lower the bucket as close to the ground as possible, reach in the bucket for the victim and release his or her safety lanyard, then ? . a. lift and pull the victim completely out of the bucket in one swift motion b. physically lift the victim halfway out of the bucket c. remove the victim's harness d. using the bucket liner, pull them both out Feedback

c. remove the victim's harness

The rate of chest compressions to breaths when performing CPR is ? compressions to two breaths. a. 10 b. 15 c. 20 d. 30

d. 30

According to ANSI Z359.4, bucket truck rescue systems are designed for a single person load up to ? . a. 220 lbs. b. 250 lbs. c. 300 lbs. d. 310 lbs.

d. 310 lbs.

There is/are ? acceptable method(s) of bucket rescue. a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

d. 4

Some bucket trucks are equipped with a bucket that will ? , making it easier to lower the victim to the ground. a. extend b. raise c. swivel d. tilt

d. tilt

If bucket truck rescue is needed, ? . a. additional help is required b. dielectric boots are mandatory c. rubber gloves are not required d. time is critical

d. time is critical

escue systems should only be used by ? . a. apprentices b. emergency response professionals c. Qualified Electrical Workers d. trained/experienced professionals

d. trained/experienced professionals

Because of cell phone technology, it is no longer necessary to establish a means of communication with the dispatcher prior to starting work. Select one: True False

false

CPR can only be successfully performed with the victim in the bucket during a rescue. Select one: True False

false

It is not necessary to see if the truck is energized before starting a bucket rescue because it should be grounded prior to going aloft and because all bucket trucks have an insulated portion between the bucket and the truck bed. Select one: True False

false

It is proper procedure to use a training unit on a job. Select one: True False

false

Only the descender and the descent line need to be inspected on a self rescue system. Select one: True False

false

The ground man is the only one who needs to be proficient in operating the lower controls of a boom/bucket truck. Select one: True False

false

The rescuer does not need to worry about obstacles when lowering the bucket from the lower controls because the bucket went up through that path. Select one: True False

false

If there is a handline on the structure, it can be used to extract a victim during a bucket rescue. Select one: True False

true

Proper packing in a rescue system is essential for correct use. Select one: True False

true

The bucket/boom lower controls are normally found at the base of the lower boom on the pedestal. Select one: True False

true

There are four basic reasons a crew member on the ground may need to help a man out of an elevated bucket. Select one: True False

true