10 Most Important Basic Rescue Knots
Knot: An intertwined loop of rope is used to fasten two ropes to each other. Hitch: A hitch is a knot that attaches a rope to any object. Bight: Any curved section between the ends of the rope. Loop: A bight becomes a loop when the ends of the rope are crossed. Bend: A class of knots that joins two ropes or webbing pieces. 10 Most Important Basic Rescue Knots: 1. Stopper Knot This knot is applied on the ends of the rope to rescue the fibers of the ropes. It is also used after every knot to secure the knot. Stopper 2. Clove Hitch The clove hitch is used to fasten the rope on the anchor point. It is the advantage of being easy to tie and adjust. when it is under load it will have a tighter grip on the anchor point Clove Hitch 3. Reef Knot ...