NYS Metal Coil Endorsement Exam
Questions And Correct Answers
Another name for 'skid', a platform or tray on which cargo is placed so that it can be
handled as an article.
Pallet
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.
Questions And Correct Answers
Another name for 'skid', a platform or tray on which cargo is placed so that it can be
handled as an article.
Pallet
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.
