If two direct tiedowns are attached only to one side of the vehicle, each rated at 6,000 pounds, what is their aggregate working load limit?

The aggregate working load limit for tiedowns is based on how they are configured and applied. When two tiedowns are attached to one side of a vehicle, they do not simply combine their working load limits to provide double protection for the cargo. Instead, the working load limit of the tiedowns is based on the dominant factor present on one side, which is typically half of the total capacity when they’re on the same side.

In this scenario, although each tiedown is rated at 6,000 pounds, since they are on the same side, the effective working load limit remains at only 6,000 pounds rather than the full capacities of each tiedown being additive. Therefore, the correct aggregate working load limit when using both tiedowns on one side is correctly identified as 6,000 pounds. This is critical for ensuring safety and compliance with securing cargo properly.