Question 882 Deck General

The correct answer is C) does not absorb shock. The key disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it does not effectively absorb the shock and impact forces that can occur during transport. Chain lashing is a rigid system that cannot flex or deform to dampen the movement of the cargo, unlike other lashing methods like web lashings that can stretch and absorb shock. This makes chain lashing less effective at securing heavy, high-impact cargo on Ro-Ro ships. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) temperature does not directly affect the shock-absorbing ability of chain lashing, B) chain lashing is generally quite durable and not easily damaged, and D) chain lashing can wrap around cargo, but this is not a key disadvantage compared to the lack of shock absorption.