A container chassis vehicle, by definition, is: - ANSWER A vehicle especially built and
fitted with
locking devices for the transport of
intermodal containers.
Another name for 'skid', a platform or tray
on which cargo is placed so that it can be
handled as an article. - ANSWER Pallet
A waterproof sheet used to cover cargo is a: - ANSWER Tarp
What is the maximum ideal angle for an
effective direct tiedown? - ANSWER 45 Degrees
A tiedown with a marked WLL of 8,000 Ibs
directly attached to an article has an actual
WLL Of: - ANSWER 4,000 Ibs. (50% of 8000)
It is accepted that friction mats provide a
resistance to horizontal movement equal to: - ANSWER 50% of cargo weight.
What is the minimum WLL used to block
forward movement of cargo weighing
1
, 36,500 Ibs? - ANSWER 18.250 lbs (50% of 36500)
What is a rub rail? - ANSWER A rail along the side of a vehicle that
protects the side of the vehicle from
impacts.
A friction mat is used to: - ANSWER provide greater friction than exists naturally
between these surfaces.
In cargo securement, bracing is: - ANSWER A structure, device, or another substantial
article placed against an article to prevent it
from tipping that may also prevent it from
shifting.
By definition, what is a wedge? - ANSWER A tapered piece of material, thick at one end
and thin at the other, used to help keep
cargo from moving.
A chock is generally used to secure: - ANSWER Round articles
Void filler is: - ANSWER Material used to fill a void between articles
of cargo and the structure of the vehicle
that has sufficient strength to prevent
movement of the articles of cargo.
A cleat is a short piece of wood used: - ANSWER To reinforce blocking.
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fitted with
locking devices for the transport of
intermodal containers.
Another name for 'skid', a platform or tray
on which cargo is placed so that it can be
handled as an article. - ANSWER Pallet
A waterproof sheet used to cover cargo is a: - ANSWER Tarp
What is the maximum ideal angle for an
effective direct tiedown? - ANSWER 45 Degrees
A tiedown with a marked WLL of 8,000 Ibs
directly attached to an article has an actual
WLL Of: - ANSWER 4,000 Ibs. (50% of 8000)
It is accepted that friction mats provide a
resistance to horizontal movement equal to: - ANSWER 50% of cargo weight.
What is the minimum WLL used to block
forward movement of cargo weighing
1
, 36,500 Ibs? - ANSWER 18.250 lbs (50% of 36500)
What is a rub rail? - ANSWER A rail along the side of a vehicle that
protects the side of the vehicle from
impacts.
A friction mat is used to: - ANSWER provide greater friction than exists naturally
between these surfaces.
In cargo securement, bracing is: - ANSWER A structure, device, or another substantial
article placed against an article to prevent it
from tipping that may also prevent it from
shifting.
By definition, what is a wedge? - ANSWER A tapered piece of material, thick at one end
and thin at the other, used to help keep
cargo from moving.
A chock is generally used to secure: - ANSWER Round articles
Void filler is: - ANSWER Material used to fill a void between articles
of cargo and the structure of the vehicle
that has sufficient strength to prevent
movement of the articles of cargo.
A cleat is a short piece of wood used: - ANSWER To reinforce blocking.
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