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What may NOT be used when securing heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

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What may NOT be used when securing heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Securing heavy wheeled cargo on Ro-Ro (roll-on/roll-off) vessels • Differences between direct lashings (chains, turnbuckles) and indirect/elastic lashings (like certain webbings) • Regulatory and company guidance on acceptable securing gear for heavy vehicles

💭 Think About

• Which of these options is most commonly used for very high loads and shock forces that can occur at sea? • Which securing methods are rigid/low-stretch versus those that may stretch or be damaged under very heavy loads? • Think about the weight and center of gravity of heavy vehicles: which type of lashing is safest to resist sliding, tipping, and surging in a seaway?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which items are standard heavy-lift/securing gear for steel-to-steel connections on deck or in a vehicle lane • Consider which option might be more suitable for light trailers or general cargo rather than truly heavy vehicles • Ask: which option could be more vulnerable to chafing, cutting, or failure when used on very heavy vehicles?