{"id":2753,"date":"2019-12-07T20:40:28","date_gmt":"2019-12-07T20:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/?p=2753"},"modified":"2019-12-29T18:30:05","modified_gmt":"2019-12-29T18:30:05","slug":"knots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/knots\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Knots Every Firefighter Must Master"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are 7 knots ever firefighter must master early in their career.&nbsp;If you haven\u2019t yet attended a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fire academy (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/find-fire-academy\/\" target=\"_blank\">fire academy<\/a>, I assure you will be required to learn them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of many skills that new firefighters need to\nlearn in the early days of their training to become qualified. Those that are\nnew to the profession will be eager to get their hands on all kinds of fire\nequipment and learn about fire prevention and suppression. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I will explain what these 7 knots are and\ntheir importance within the fire service. I will also talk about some of the\nother related lessons you will learn about knot creation to ensure that each of\nthese 7 knots is perfect. From there, I also want to look at how you can train\nyourself to make improvements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66119e7e35789\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66119e7e35789\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/knots\/#7_Knots_Every_Firefighter_Must_Master\" title=\"7 Knots Every Firefighter Must Master\">7 Knots Every Firefighter Must Master<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/knots\/#Why_is_knot_tying_such_an_essential_skill_within_the_fire_service\" title=\"Why is knot tying\nsuch an essential skill within the fire service? \">Why is knot tying\nsuch an essential skill within the fire service? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/knots\/#%E2%80%9CDressing%E2%80%9D_the_knot\" title=\"&#8220;Dressing&#8221; the knot\">&#8220;Dressing&#8221; the knot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/knots\/#How_can_you_make_sure_that_you_can_tie_these_perfectly\" title=\"How can you make sure\nthat you can tie these perfectly? \">How can you make sure\nthat you can tie these perfectly? <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Knots_Every_Firefighter_Must_Master\"><\/span><strong>7 Knots Every Firefighter Must Master<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Overhand\nSafety Knot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The Half\nHitch<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The\nBowline Knot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The Clove\nHitch<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Figure 8 On\nA Bight<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The\nBecket Bend Knot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The Water\nKnot<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_knot_tying_such_an_essential_skill_within_the_fire_service\"><\/span><strong>Why is knot tying\nsuch an essential skill within the fire service? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are going to use ropes in the fire service (and I\npromise you will), you are going to need to know how to tie them correctly for\na safe operation. This means learning a wide range of knots for different\napplications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may end up working in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rope rescue (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/rope-rescue\/\" target=\"_blank\">rope rescue<\/a> unit where a strong rope and pulley system could save lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On a more general level, you will have to be proficient with\nropes that need to be tied correctly in an emergency, your safety ropes and\nyour utility ropes. The right training and practice in the most essential knots\nare vital. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 7 most common knots you will use are ones that you will be tested on in order to receive your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"firefighter 1 and 2 certification (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/the-difference-between-firefighter-1-and-2\/\" target=\"_blank\">firefighter 1 and 2 certification<\/a>.&nbsp; They are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#1 The Overhand Safety Knot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the simplest and most important of the knots.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The overhand safety knot is used to create a secure end to a\nline that will stop fraying or any other potential damage. The process is\nsimple. You make a loop at the end of the rope, pull the end through and then\ntighten it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might look at this and say, \u201cbut that\u2019s how I always tie\na knot at the end of something\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a good chance that you have used this knot for\nyears without knowing that it had a name. However, that doesn\u2019t mean that you\ncan be complacent about learning it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are still high standards to abide by. Once you master this, you can move onto the double overhand knot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Tie an Overhand Knot\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SwdJ5op25SM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#2 The Half Hitch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This next knot is another one that you will have been using\nfor your whole life without thinking about it. Now it has a name and a purpose.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recruits are encouraged to look at this knot a little like\ntying an overhand knot around an object instead of creating that secure end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You take the rope, pass it through a ring or other loop on\nan object, pass the end around the rope and back through the loop that you\ncreated. Then just tighten it up to hitch your rope to the ring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a simple way to secure a rope to loops and will be\nused often when working with all kinds of equipment in the duties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trick here is to make sure that it is secure and clean without being too tight or too difficult to adjust. The written instructions can make it seem more complicated than it really is so take a look at the video. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Tie A Half Hitch Knot (Step-By-Step Tutorial)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8ewvDw9iDh8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#3 The Bowline Knot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be familiar with the bowline knot if you have\nexperience with fishing or other maritime pastimes. You may have used it in the\npast with no idea what it was actually called. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A bowline creates a loop on the end of a rope in a secure\nmanner. The correct process is essential here to ensure that it is secure but\nalso easy to adjust as needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ever heard stories about knot-tying with rabbits\nand trees and wondered what that was all about \u2013 this is that knot. The video\nbelow should make things a little easier to follow without the need for this\nmetaphor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This knot is important because it is used so often during <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rope rescue operations (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/rope-rescue\/\" target=\"_blank\">rope rescue operations<\/a> and fire suppression. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a loop in a rope gives you the chance to raise other items, or perhaps even people, to safety. It is a practical knot for basic firefighter roles but later becomes even more essential in marine firefighting work, rope rescue or any other search and rescue capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Tie A Bowline Knot (Step-By-Step Tutorial)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CxpIecNDq4A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#4 The Clove Hitch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Clove hitch is an essential knot to master because it\ncan be used in so many situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a quick hold knot and has a simple process that lets\nyou attach a rope to pole, railing or other support so that it stays in place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is one of the simplest to master because of the lack of\nmotion. As you can see from the video below, all you need to do is bring the\nrope over the railing a few times and tuck it under one of the last wraps to\nsecure it in place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, one thing that you do need to be aware of here is\nthat this knot isn\u2019t that secure as it can tend to slip. It is a temporary\nsolution to keep the rope in a secure place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not a good idea to use this if you plan on putting any strain on the knot because there isn\u2019t the strength. You will need a different knot to act as a tie off, such as the figure 8 below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Tie a Clove Hitch Knot\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aewgmUeHpuE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#5 Figure 8 On A Bight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two things that you need to know about the figure 8\nknot. The first is how to tie it as a stopper knot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are knots that can prevent a rope from traveling too\nfar through a pulley system or from unraveling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The former is essential for rope access work where you need\nto lift items and people on inclines. If the rope were to slip, you now have\nthe stopper as a security measure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The figure-eight stopper is created by making a loop,\ntwisting it a half-turn and then pulling it back through the loop to create\nthat secure mass. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other thing that you need to know about this knot is how\nto secure it on a bight. This is important when working with mid-attachment\npoints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bight is a bend in the rope that you can use to attach another rope, and in turn another piece of equipment. These attachment points are helpful when transporting items down a ladder. The process can sound complicated at first, but this video should help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Learn how to Tie a Figure 8 on a Bight\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D8jRok7Kofw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#6 The Becket Bend\/Sheet Bend Knot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is a little more complicated because you need two\npieces of rope to make this work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take your thickest piece of rope and create a bend, or a\nbight, so there is a strong U bend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, take your thinner rope and pass the end through the\nbend and then around both arms of the bight. The end of the thin rope then passes\nunder itself and back out level with its other arm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pull the arms tight to secure the knot. Again, this can all\nsound complicated written out like this, but visual diagrams and videos help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This knot is an important tool for firefighters that need to\nbe creative in a crisis. There is no guarantee that the length of rope in your\npossession is going to be long enough for your needs in a given situation, but\nthere are sure to be other crew members with rope as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, you can use this bend knot to secure the two lengths together for something much longer. Once you perfect this knot, you will find that it is a secure tool that works with all kinds of rope, cord and webbing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Tie the Sheet Bend Knot\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/x3reZ3NuGaQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#7 The Water Knot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, I want to talk about the water knot. This is the\nlast one that you will need to demonstrate for your firefighter 1 and 2\ncertification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also another knot that you can use to tie two ropes\ntogether. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This time, this knot is recommended if you are using two\npieces of tougher webbing or nylon and need a secure fastening. This one takes\nsome practice to perfect because of the tension of the knots and length of the\nexcess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a loose overhand knot near the end of the line. Then\ntake your other line and feed it through the knot, tracing the same movements\nso that the two pieces end up tied together. There will be some excess material\nwhich can be used for readjusting the knot at a later point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can secure this further with overhand knots as\nadditional safety knots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This water knot is primarily used for webbing in climbing\napplications. It can secure pieces together and help when you need to use the\nmaterial to repel down a slope. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, you can take a look at the video below for a clearer idea of how this knot works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Tie A Water Knot (Step-By-Step Tutorial)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YfjLqXK8LjI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CDressing%E2%80%9D_the_knot\"><\/span><strong>&#8220;Dressing&#8221; the knot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget that you won\u2019t just be assessed on the way that\nyou tie these knots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Displaying knowledge of the process or quick speed isn\u2019t\ngoing to be enough. There are strict rules on how the knots should look and how\nthey should function when tied. Speed is pointless if it leads to complications\nlater on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other firefighters that come back to rope won\u2019t appreciate it if they find that the rope is untidy and difficult to untie. The Seattle Fire Department sums this up perfectly in their own guide to knots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They talk about the myth that knot strength is the most\nimportant factor. All knots require just the right amount of tension and a\nclean approach to the way that the rope is presented. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may wonder why that matters so much in an emergency. It\nall comes down to the need for everyone to be able to work with that rope.\nThose in command need to be able to inspect it with ease to ensure it is safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other crew members will need to be able to adjust it and\nuntie it quickly and efficiently. A rushed, over-tightened knot could be a big\nproblem in a disaster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_make_sure_that_you_can_tie_these_perfectly\"><\/span><strong>How can you make sure\nthat you can tie these perfectly? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have limited experience with knot tying, you may find\nthat these first 7 knots are a little complicated at first. They will look more\nlike a tangled mess than anything functional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also find that this is an accurate description of\nthe knots that you end up creating. However, you can improve if you practice,\nget to know the knots step by step and understand their purpose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know why you are tying the knot and the end goal, it\nmight help you achieve a better appreciation for the different methods. A\nstep-by-step, more methodical approach means that you can understand some of\nthe terminology involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you know what a bight is? Do you know the difference\nbetween the running end and the standing end? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With time, this can all come together to create a wide\narsenal of skills. The more you practice the better you will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some firefighters that have been through this training talk\nabout practicing blindfolded or in the dark to get a better feel for the rope.\nThis way you aren\u2019t entirely dependent on sight for the best result in a\ncrisis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, this helps with touch checks when inspecting the knots\nand ropes of other crew members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, these 7 knots are just the starting point. Don\u2019t assume that this is the limit when it comes to essential knot tying skills within the fire service. These 7 knots that every firefighter must master are the basics necessary for <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rope rescue (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/rope-rescue\/\" target=\"_blank\">rope rescue<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to be able to handle far more than this because there are so many different applications. These knots are just the starting point for your basic training. Master these and you can then move onto the other, more advanced knots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other resources you may be interested in:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Confined Space 101: A Simple Guide for Rescuers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/confined-space-rescue\/\" target=\"_blank\">Confined Space 101: A Simple Guide for Rescuers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Low Angle vs. High Angle Rope Rescue: A Guide for Rescuers (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/category\/rescue-knowledge\/\" target=\"_blank\">Low Angle vs. High Angle Rope Rescue: A Guide for Rescuers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/rescue-rope-101\/\">Rope Rescue 101: The Anatomy of Rescue Rope<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/z-drag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"What Is A Z-drag and How Does It Work? 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