Carrying the hand line on a breakaway hook will help eliminate the hazard of being pulled off the pole by something snagging the hand line.

• A. False
• B. Depends on line type
• C. Not specified
• D. True

Answer: (D)

Carrying the hand line on a breakaway hook targets a snag hazard and reduces the force that could pull you off the pole. The breakaway hook is designed to release the hand line when it gets snagged, so the line doesn’t transmit a sudden, strong pull to you. With the line secured to that release point, a snag is more likely to cause a controlled release rather than a full body yanking, helping you stay on the pole and maintain balance. This safety feature directly addresses the risk described, so it’s appropriate to mark the statement as true. Without this device, a snag could transmit more force to you, which is why this practice is used.