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When securing cargo on a flatbed trailer, what is the minimum number of tiedowns required for a single article of cargo that is 3 metres long and weighs 2,500 kg?

For an article that is 3 metres long, the minimum number of tiedowns required is two, regardless of weight, according to NSC Standard 10: Cargo Securement, sect

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Question: When securing cargo on a flatbed trailer, what is the minimum number of tiedowns required for a single article of cargo that is 3 metres long and weighs 2,500 kg?

Answer options:

  • 1 tiedown ✅ 2 tiedowns
  • 3 tiedowns
  • 4 tiedowns

Correct answer: 2 tiedowns

Explanation: For an article that is 3 metres long, the minimum number of tiedowns required is two, regardless of weight, according to NSC Standard 10: Cargo Securement, section 4(3) for articles less than 3.05 metres (10 feet) in length. Additional tiedowns may be needed based on weight or type of cargo.

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