posted on Jul, 2 2011 @ 09:24 PM
FCP - 49
FIELDCRAFT PROFICIENCY
FCP - 6 – KNOTS AND LASHINGS
1 PERIOD
General Use of Knots and Lashings
6001. In the field, a knowledge of ropework is
invaluable when understanding pioneering type tasks.
Standardised knots and lashings are used by various
organisations so that each member knows what the other person
is doing or has done previously, particularly if you are
dismantling or repairing someone else’s construction. AIRTC
Cadets at basic level, are required to master three knots and
two lashings. These are illustrated below in Figures 1 and 2.