METAL COILS ENDORSEMENT (NYS) exam
Question and Answer (2026/2027) |
Newest Version | A+ Verified
• A container chassis vehicle, by definition, is: -✓✓ A vehicle especially built and
fitted with
locking devices for the transport of
intermodal containers.
• A waterproof sheet used to cover cargo is a: -✓✓ Tarp
• What is the maximum ideal angle for an
effective direct tiedown? -✓✓ 45 Degrees
• A tiedown with a marked WLL of 8,000 Ibs
directly attached to an article has an actual
WLL Of: -✓✓ 4,000 Ibs. (50% of 8000)
• It is accepted that friction mats provide a
resistance to horizontal movement equal to: -✓✓ 50% of cargo weight.
• What is a rub rail? -✓✓ A rail along the side of a vehicle that
protects the side of the vehicle from
impacts.
, • What is the minimum WLL used to block
forward movement of cargo weighing
36,500 Ibs? -✓✓ 18.250 lbs (50% of 36500)
• A friction mat is used to: -✓✓ provide greater friction than exists naturally
between these surfaces.
• In cargo securement, bracing is: -✓✓ 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? -✓✓ 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: -✓✓ Round articles
• A cleat is a short piece of wood used: -✓✓ To reinforce blocking.
• Void filler is: -✓✓ Material used to fill a void between articles
of cargo and the structure of the vehicle
that has sufficient strength to prevent
Question and Answer (2026/2027) |
Newest Version | A+ Verified
• A container chassis vehicle, by definition, is: -✓✓ A vehicle especially built and
fitted with
locking devices for the transport of
intermodal containers.
• A waterproof sheet used to cover cargo is a: -✓✓ Tarp
• What is the maximum ideal angle for an
effective direct tiedown? -✓✓ 45 Degrees
• A tiedown with a marked WLL of 8,000 Ibs
directly attached to an article has an actual
WLL Of: -✓✓ 4,000 Ibs. (50% of 8000)
• It is accepted that friction mats provide a
resistance to horizontal movement equal to: -✓✓ 50% of cargo weight.
• What is a rub rail? -✓✓ A rail along the side of a vehicle that
protects the side of the vehicle from
impacts.
, • What is the minimum WLL used to block
forward movement of cargo weighing
36,500 Ibs? -✓✓ 18.250 lbs (50% of 36500)
• A friction mat is used to: -✓✓ provide greater friction than exists naturally
between these surfaces.
• In cargo securement, bracing is: -✓✓ 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? -✓✓ 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: -✓✓ Round articles
• A cleat is a short piece of wood used: -✓✓ To reinforce blocking.
• Void filler is: -✓✓ Material used to fill a void between articles
of cargo and the structure of the vehicle
that has sufficient strength to prevent
