Which of the following BEST describes the method used by a firefighter heeling from outside the ladder?
A) Slide leg over and behind a rung, rest weight on thigh.
B) Chock butt end with one foot, grasp beams, and press ladder against building.
C) Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, grasp beams at eye level, and pull backward.
D) Place foot on bottom rung, grasp halyard, and rest weight against halyard rope.

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The method described in option B, where the firefighter chocks the butt end of the ladder with one foot, grasps the beams, and presses the ladder against the building, is known as heeling from outside the ladder. This technique provides stability to the ladder, ensuring it doesn't slip while being climbed or used.

Which of the Following BEST Describes the Method Used by a Firefighter