What shall be readily available in case of any emergency during any towing operation?

What shall be readily available in case of any emergency during any towing operation?

• A. Fire extinguisher
• B. First aid kit
• C. Towbar
• D. Chocks

Answer: (D)

During towing, the priority is to prevent any unintended rolling of the towed vehicle or aircraft if braking or towing forces are interrupted. Wheel chocks provide positive restraint to the wheels, so if something goes wrong—the tow stops, braking is compromised, or control is lost—the wheels can be blocked immediately. That’s why chocks should be readily available on the towing gear and quickly placed under the wheels in an emergency. Fire extinguishers and first aid kits are important safety resources, but they don’t immobilize a rolling vehicle, and a towbar is a component, not a safety device used to stop movement.

During towing, the priority is to prevent any unintended rolling of the towed vehicle or aircraft if braking or towing forces are interrupted. Wheel chocks provide positive restraint to the wheels, so if something goes wrong—the tow stops, braking is compromised, or control is lost—the wheels can be blocked immediately. That’s why chocks should be readily available on the towing gear and quickly placed under the wheels in an emergency. Fire extinguishers and first aid kits are important safety resources, but they don’t immobilize a rolling vehicle, and a towbar is a component, not a safety device used to stop movement.