Commercial Driving Cargo Handling 2

Question 1

What is the minimum number of tie-downs required for cargo 5 feet long?

Accepted Answer

2 tie-downs

Answer

1 tie-down

Answer

3 tie-downs

Answer

4 tie-downs

Question 2

What is 'header board' or 'headache rack' on a flatbed truck?

Accepted Answer

A strong barrier behind the cab that prevents cargo from shifting forward into the cab during hard braking

Answer

A decorative addition

Answer

A storage compartment

Answer

A wind deflector

Question 3

What hazard does a high center of gravity create for a commercial vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Increased rollover risk, especially during turns, lane changes, and on curves

Answer

Increased fuel efficiency

Answer

Better braking performance

Answer

Improved visibility

Question 4

What is the purpose of a load board or load bar in an enclosed trailer?

Accepted Answer

To prevent cargo from shifting by creating a barrier across the trailer interior

Answer

To count the number of items loaded

Answer

To measure the trailer temperature

Answer

To display the weight of the load

Question 5

What is coil securement and why does it require special procedures?

Accepted Answer

Securing heavy metal coils that can roll and shift, requiring specific tie-down patterns and cradles

Answer

Securing electrical coils during transport

Answer

Wrapping cargo in coiled wire

Answer

A type of spring-loaded tie-down

Question 6

What should a driver do if they notice cargo has shifted during a trip?

Accepted Answer

Safely pull over and re-secure the cargo before continuing

Answer

Continue to the destination and fix it there

Answer

Speed up to reach the destination faster

Answer

Call the shipper for instructions