Which sequence describes the steps for hoisting a dry hose?

Which sequence describes the steps for hoisting a dry hose?

• A. Fold nozzle end of hose approximately 4-5' back on itself; Tie a clove hitch over the nozzle/hose so that they are lashed together; Finish with half hitch about 12" from the loop end; Use hose as tag line to keep from bouncing against building
• B. Use hose as tag line to keep from bouncing against building; Fold nozzle end of hose approximately 4-5' back on itself; Tie a clove hitch over the nozzle/hose so that they are lashed together; Finish with half hitch about 12" from the loop end
• C. Fold nozzle end of hose approximately 4-5' back on itself; Finish with half hitch about 12" from the loop end; Tie a clove hitch over the nozzle/hose so that they are lashed together; Use hose as tag line to keep from bouncing against building
• D. Fold nozzle end of hose approximately 4-5' back on itself; Tie a clove hitch over the nozzle/hose so that they are lashed together; Finish with half hitch about 12" from the loop end; Use hose as tag line to keep from bouncing against building

Answer: (A)

When hoisting a dry hose, you want the nozzle securely bound to the hose, with a method to control movement as the load is applied. Folding the nozzle end back about 4–5 feet creates a loop that gives you a stable anchor point and a handle to work with. Tying a clove hitch over the nozzle and the hose then lash them together ensures the nozzle travels with the hose and won’t slip under tension. Finishing with a half hitch about 12 inches from the loop end tightens that lash and keeps the clove hitch from loosening when you hoist. Finally, using the hose itself as a tag line to keep the end from bouncing against the building provides a controlled path and reduces whipping as the line moves. Skipping the proper sequence—such as placing the tag line too early or not securing the lash first—can allow the nozzle to move independently or the knot to loosen under load, defeating the purpose of a stable hoist.

When hoisting a dry hose, you want the nozzle securely bound to the hose, with a method to control movement as the load is applied. Folding the nozzle end back about 4–5 feet creates a loop that gives you a stable anchor point and a handle to work with. Tying a clove hitch over the nozzle and the hose then lash them together ensures the nozzle travels with the hose and won’t slip under tension. Finishing with a half hitch about 12 inches from the loop end tightens that lash and keeps the clove hitch from loosening when you hoist. Finally, using the hose itself as a tag line to keep the end from bouncing against the building provides a controlled path and reduces whipping as the line moves. Skipping the proper sequence—such as placing the tag line too early or not securing the lash first—can allow the nozzle to move independently or the knot to loosen under load, defeating the purpose of a stable hoist.