CDL · Cargo
Which statement about checking your cargo is correct?
Correct answer: You should recheck the cargo after each break during a trip.
Answer options
- AYou should recheck the cargo after each break during a trip Correct
- BChecking the cargo is usually a job for someone other than the driver
- CCargo checks are needed only on loads of hazardous materials
Why
The driver is responsible for the cargo no matter what it is, so the load and its tie-downs should be inspected again at intervals during the trip, including after every rest stop. This catches shifting freight or loosened securement before it causes a problem.
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Topic: Cargo License: CDL
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