A hose line should ideally be hoisted using which method?

• A. Fully charged using life safety rope
• B. Dry using utility rope
• C. Fully charged using utility rope
• D. Dry using life safety rope

Answer: (B)

When hoisting a hose line, the safest and most controllable approach is to keep the hose dry and use a general-purpose rope. A charged hose adds the weight of water, increasing tension on the rope and making the hoisting action harder to control—especially if the line shifts or snags. Life safety rope is valuable and intended for rescue tasks, so using it for hoisting a hose wastes a critical resource and isn’t necessary. Utility rope is designed for routine rigging work, easy to handle, and cost-effective, making it the practical choice for this operation.