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A 15-tonne mini excavator is being secured for transport on a flat deck trailer. According to CSA B354.7, what is the *minimum* number of tie-downs required for this piece of equipment?
According to CSA B354.7 (and generally accepted industry standards), heavy equipment like excavators requires a minimum of four tie-downs, one at each corner, t
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Question: A 15-tonne mini excavator is being secured for transport on a flat deck trailer. According to CSA B354.7, what is the minimum number of tie-downs required for this piece of equipment?
Answer options:
- 2 tie-downs
- 3 tie-downs ✅ 4 tie-downs
- 6 tie-downs
Correct answer: 4 tie-downs
Explanation: According to CSA B354.7 (and generally accepted industry standards), heavy equipment like excavators requires a minimum of four tie-downs, one at each corner, to prevent movement during transport. Fewer than four would not provide adequate securement for a 15-tonne machine.
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