12:40 Feb 22, 2007 

Thank you very much for the explanation aceavila. I understand what it means but i still need the word in spanish.... Again, thank you very much for your time and interest!
Minga

12:33 Feb 22, 2007 

This was from http://www.scoutingresources.org.uk/knots_az02.html (diagram included) - any scouts out there who might be able to help?! It looks as if the usage is the same for anyone working with hooks - from scouts to crane operators.

12:32 Feb 22, 2007 

Mousing a Hook - If an appreciable load is to be on a block the hook should be 'moused'. This strengthens the hook and at the same time prevents the rope from jumping out. A 'mouse' is also raised on a particular rope to prevent anything slipping off: in this case the diameter of the rope at the particular place is increased by building up with turns and riding turns.