Section 03 CRGO SFTY Quiz

What should you inspect as part of your vehicle inspection to ensure the truck is not overloaded and the cargo is balanced and secured properly?

• The color of the truck

• The type of fuel used

• The cargo and its securing devices

• The brand of the tires

When should you re-check the cargo and securing devices during a trip?

• After every 10 miles

• After every break you take during driving

• Only at the end of the trip

• Every hour

What is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)?

• The weight of the cargo only

• The weight of the driver and passengers

• The loaded weight of a single vehicle as specified by the manufacturer

• The weight of the fuel in the vehicle

What does the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) include?

• Only the weight of the cargo

• Only the weight of the vehicle

• The gross vehicle weights (GVWs) of the power unit and the towed unit(s)

• The weight of the driver and passengers

What is the purpose of the bridge formula?

• To determine the color of the bridge

• To set maximum axle weights for axles that are closer together

• To calculate the length of the bridge

• To determine the height of the bridge

What is the effect of having a high center of gravity in a vehicle?

• It improves fuel efficiency.

• It makes the vehicle more stable.

• It increases the risk of tipping over.

• It reduces the stopping distance.

Why is it important to balance the weight of cargo in a vehicle?

• To increase the speed of the vehicle.

• To prevent damage to the steering axle and tires.

• To reduce fuel consumption.

• To improve the vehicle's appearance.

What should be done to secure cargo on flatbed trailers or trailers without sides?

• Use only ropes to tie down the cargo.

• Use tie-downs to prevent the cargo from shifting or falling off.

• Leave the cargo unsecured to save time.

• Use only chains to secure the cargo.

What is the purpose of blocking and bracing cargo?

• To increase the speed of loading.

• To prevent cargo from sliding and moving.

• To reduce the weight of the cargo.

• To make the cargo look organized.

According to federal regulations, what is the minimum aggregate working load limit of any securement system used to secure an article or group of articles against movement?

• One-fourth times the weight of the article.

• One-half times the weight of the article.

• The same as the weight of the article.

• Twice the weight of the article.