Cargo blocking is typically used on which parts of the cargo?

Cargo blocking is typically used on which parts of the cargo?

• A. Only on the top
• B. Front, sides, and back of cargo, usually at the floor
• C. Only on the rear
• D. On the sides of the cargo only

Answer: (B)

Blocking and bracing keep cargo from shifting during transport, especially during braking, acceleration, and turning. The most effective practice is to place blocking against the front, sides, and back of the cargo at floor level, creating solid barriers that resist movement in all directions and transfer forces to the vehicle structure. This floor-level blocking works with other restraints to prevent forward, rearward, or side-to-side shifting; blocking only on the top, or only at one face, leaves other directions vulnerable to movement.