19.
Which of these factors would you use as your primary guide in planning a loading dock?
A.
nearness of railroad
B.
dimensions of cargo
C.
contents of cargo
D.
size of cargo handled and weight on platform
20.
How many inches apart on center would you space the joists for a loading dock?
A.
13 to 21
B.
14 to 22
C.
15 to 23
D.
16 to 24
21.
Which is the most successful way to stop fungi action?
A.
keep area moist
B.
increase surrounding temperature
C.
poison the food supply
D.
increase air circulation
22.
How far apart in feet are loading-dock foundations usually placed?
A.
4 to 9
B.
5 to 9
C.
6 to 10
D.
7 to 15
23.
Which of these statements do you accept?
A.
when joists are being placed, the greatest bearing surface is used
B.
joists are spaced 16 to 24 inches on center, but if this is too wide for load, spacing should be narrowed
C.
girders are needed in dock construction if joists safely span the distance from sill to sill
D.
decking on loading docks should be at least 5 inches thick and laid parallel to the joists.
24.
You have decided to use creosote on some timbers as a preservative. At what temperature would you apply the
creosote?
A.
180 to 250 F
B.
175 to 200 F
C.
160 to 180 F
D.
150 to 180 F
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