Knowledge Check: Rappelling

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Record my email address with my response

What's your name? *

What team are you on? *

What is the first step in the rappelling sequence?

1 point

Connect your personal protection to the anchor

Check the system using BARK

Attach your rappel device to the rope

Weight the system

Which statement is TRUE about using the autoblock hitch?

1 point

The autoblock hitch provides additional safety during a rappel

The autoblock should be connected to the belay loop on an extended rappel setup

An autoblock should be tested to ensure it grabs the rope

All statements are true

During a BARK check, the K stands for: *

1 point

Keeping the system tidy

Knots - stopper knots at both ends of the rope

Knowing it's time to rappel

Knowledge of the route

All of the above

Before rappelling, you should loudly announce that you're on rappel because: *

1 point

People beneath need to clear the area to avoid loose rock coming down

If using a firefighter belay, they can engage it at the bottom

The rest of your group at the top of the pitch needs to know

1 and 2

All of the above

When you get to the "R" in your BARK check, you should: *

1 point

Ensure your third hand is properly attached and locked

Ensure your rappel device is properly attached and the rope is threaded correctly

Ensure all locking carabiners are locked

Ensure your third hand is spaced properly such that it will not defeat the rappel device

All of the above

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