For hoisting a ladder, which sequence is correct?

For hoisting a ladder, which sequence is correct?

• A. Figure 8 on a Bight with large loop; From tip of ladder, pass loop under ladder then through rungs about 1/3 distance from the hoisting end; Loop over ladder tip forming larks foot; Attach tag line
• B. From tip of ladder, pass loop under ladder then through rungs about 1/3 distance from the hoisting end; Loop over ladder tip forming larks foot; Figure 8 on a Bight with large loop; Attach tag line
• C. Figure 8 on a Bight with large loop; Loop over ladder tip forming larks foot; From tip of ladder, pass loop under ladder then through rungs about 1/3 distance from the hoisting end; Attach tag line
• D. Figure 8 on a Bight with large loop; From tip of ladder, pass loop under ladder then through rungs about 1/3 distance from the hoisting end; Loop over ladder tip forming larks foot; Attach tag line

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to set up a secure, controllable hoist that keeps the ladder stable and easy to manage as it rises. Beginning with a Figure-8 on a Bight that has a large loop gives you a strong, retrievable anchor and a ready-made, adjustable loop to work with. That large loop acts as the working point you’ll pass around the ladder, which helps you form the rest of the bridle without the rope getting twisted or tangled. Then you feed the loop from the tip of the ladder under the ladder and through the rungs about one-third of the distance from the hoisting end. Placing the loop here creates a balanced bridle position, distributing the load along the ladder so it doesn’t tilt or ride up during the lift. After that, loop over the ladder tip to form a larks foot around the rope. Securing the rope at the tip in this way keeps the top of the ladder from slipping off and locks the bridle in place as tension is applied. Finally, attach the tag line to give you a controlled way to steer and guide the ladder once it’s aloft. Overall, this order establishes the secure anchor first, sets the bridle at a proper height for balance, locks the rope around the tip to prevent slip, and then adds the tag line for control. Reordering steps can compromise stability and control during the hoist.

The main idea is to set up a secure, controllable hoist that keeps the ladder stable and easy to manage as it rises. Beginning with a Figure-8 on a Bight that has a large loop gives you a strong, retrievable anchor and a ready-made, adjustable loop to work with. That large loop acts as the working point you’ll pass around the ladder, which helps you form the rest of the bridle without the rope getting twisted or tangled.

Then you feed the loop from the tip of the ladder under the ladder and through the rungs about one-third of the distance from the hoisting end. Placing the loop here creates a balanced bridle position, distributing the load along the ladder so it doesn’t tilt or ride up during the lift.

After that, loop over the ladder tip to form a larks foot around the rope. Securing the rope at the tip in this way keeps the top of the ladder from slipping off and locks the bridle in place as tension is applied.

Finally, attach the tag line to give you a controlled way to steer and guide the ladder once it’s aloft.

Overall, this order establishes the secure anchor first, sets the bridle at a proper height for balance, locks the rope around the tip to prevent slip, and then adds the tag line for control. Reordering steps can compromise stability and control during the hoist.