During step 8, which two phrases are used to start the zip?

During step 8, which two phrases are used to start the zip?

• A. P: On Zip? and Ladder: Zip on!
• B. P: On Zip? and Ladder: On Zip?
• C. P: 'Zip on?' and Ladder: 'On Zip!'
• D. P: On Zip? and Ladder: 'Zip on!'

Answer: (D)

Starting a zip safely relies on a quick readiness check followed by a clear start signal. The person on the zip initiates with a concise question to confirm everyone and the line are ready: “On Zip?” This invites a confirmation before proceeding. The second cue is a direct command from the other end to begin: “Zip on!” This gives a single, unambiguous instruction to start the zip. In this scenario, the best pairing is the readiness question from the person on zip followed by the start command from the ladder. It mirrors a proper call-and-response flow: first verify readiness, then initiate. Other options mix up who says what or switch the order, which can create confusion at the moment of starting.

Starting a zip safely relies on a quick readiness check followed by a clear start signal. The person on the zip initiates with a concise question to confirm everyone and the line are ready: “On Zip?” This invites a confirmation before proceeding.

The second cue is a direct command from the other end to begin: “Zip on!” This gives a single, unambiguous instruction to start the zip.

In this scenario, the best pairing is the readiness question from the person on zip followed by the start command from the ladder. It mirrors a proper call-and-response flow: first verify readiness, then initiate. Other options mix up who says what or switch the order, which can create confusion at the moment of starting.