Question 892 Deck General
70% to passWhich of the following tensioning devices is used with webbing to secure light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?
A
Chain lever
B
Turnbuckle
C
Adjust-a-matic tensioner
D
Buckle tensioner
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Buckle tensioner. Buckle tensioners are commonly used with webbing to secure light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro (roll-on/roll-off) vessels. These devices allow the webbing to be tightened and secured quickly and easily, providing a reliable means of restraining vehicles during transit. The other options are not the primary tensioning devices used for this purpose. Chain levers and turnbuckles are more commonly used for heavier cargo, while the "Adjust-a-matic" tensioner is not a standard term in this context.
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