Metal Coils Endorsement Exam (New York State)
2026/2027 (Newly Released)
Verified Q & A with Rationales
Official NYS Endorsement Exam Q &A | 100% Verified |Graded A
|Department Of Motor Vehicles (DMV) approved
Content Focus : Metal Coil Securement Methods ,Weight & Load
Distribution, Coil Direction – "Eye to the Side" vs. "Eye to the Front/Rear" ,
Securement Device Requirements (3 Questions)
Q1: When securing metal coils on a flatbed trailer, what is the primary purpose of using
friction mats under the coils?
A. To prevent the coils from sliding over the trailer deck
B. To comply with color-coded trailer regulations
C. To protect the trailer deck from rust damage
D. To increase the aggregate working load limit of the chains
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct because friction mats increase the coefficient of friction between the
coil and the trailer deck, significantly reducing the likelihood of the coils sliding forward,
backward, or sideways during transit.
Q2: According to FMCSA regulations, metal coils loaded with the "eye crosswise" (eye to
the side) must be blocked, braced, or immobilized to prevent movement in which
direction(s)?
A. Only forward movement
B. Rearward movement only
C. Side-to-side movement only
D. Forward, rearward, and side-to-side movement
, Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because regardless of orientation, all cargo must be secured to
prevent movement in all directions; crosswise coils specifically require securement
against rolling and shifting sideways, as well as forward and rearward surges.
Q3: When using chains to secure a metal coil through the eye, what is the minimum
requirement for chain positioning?
A. One chain placed diagonally across the top
B. One chain placed vertically through the eye
C. Two chains, one on each side of the coil, passing through the eye
D. Four chains wrapping entirely around the circumference
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because FMCSA 393.130 requires at least two tie-downs to be used
through the eye of the coil to secure it against tipping or rolling, ensuring equal tension
on both sides.
Q4: If a metal coil is loaded "eye lengthwise" (often called the "suicide" coil), which
specific blocking device is critical for preventing forward and rearward movement?
A. Friction mats only
B. Headache rack only
C. Chocks or bunks
D. Edge protectors
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because coils loaded with the eye facing the front or rear
(lengthwise) act like rollers and require sturdy chocks, bunks, or other blocking
structures at the front and rear of the coil to prevent movement during braking or
acceleration.
2026/2027 (Newly Released)
Verified Q & A with Rationales
Official NYS Endorsement Exam Q &A | 100% Verified |Graded A
|Department Of Motor Vehicles (DMV) approved
Content Focus : Metal Coil Securement Methods ,Weight & Load
Distribution, Coil Direction – "Eye to the Side" vs. "Eye to the Front/Rear" ,
Securement Device Requirements (3 Questions)
Q1: When securing metal coils on a flatbed trailer, what is the primary purpose of using
friction mats under the coils?
A. To prevent the coils from sliding over the trailer deck
B. To comply with color-coded trailer regulations
C. To protect the trailer deck from rust damage
D. To increase the aggregate working load limit of the chains
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct because friction mats increase the coefficient of friction between the
coil and the trailer deck, significantly reducing the likelihood of the coils sliding forward,
backward, or sideways during transit.
Q2: According to FMCSA regulations, metal coils loaded with the "eye crosswise" (eye to
the side) must be blocked, braced, or immobilized to prevent movement in which
direction(s)?
A. Only forward movement
B. Rearward movement only
C. Side-to-side movement only
D. Forward, rearward, and side-to-side movement
, Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct because regardless of orientation, all cargo must be secured to
prevent movement in all directions; crosswise coils specifically require securement
against rolling and shifting sideways, as well as forward and rearward surges.
Q3: When using chains to secure a metal coil through the eye, what is the minimum
requirement for chain positioning?
A. One chain placed diagonally across the top
B. One chain placed vertically through the eye
C. Two chains, one on each side of the coil, passing through the eye
D. Four chains wrapping entirely around the circumference
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because FMCSA 393.130 requires at least two tie-downs to be used
through the eye of the coil to secure it against tipping or rolling, ensuring equal tension
on both sides.
Q4: If a metal coil is loaded "eye lengthwise" (often called the "suicide" coil), which
specific blocking device is critical for preventing forward and rearward movement?
A. Friction mats only
B. Headache rack only
C. Chocks or bunks
D. Edge protectors
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct because coils loaded with the eye facing the front or rear
(lengthwise) act like rollers and require sturdy chocks, bunks, or other blocking
structures at the front and rear of the coil to prevent movement during braking or
acceleration.
