How much do chocks cost?

Wheel chocks cost between $5 and $75. At the low end of the price range, you should expect lightweight plastic chocks geared toward smaller, lighter vehicles. To get the most for your money, spend a little more for mid-range chocks, priced between $20 and $50.

What do you block tires with?

Use chocks that are an appropriate size for your vehicle. The greater the point of contact with the tire, the better able the chocks will be to keep the vehicle from budging. For a set of 20” (51cm) tires, you should use chocks that are a minimum of 5” (13cm) tall.

What are wheel chocks typically made of?

Wheel chocks are wedges, usually made of a sturdy metal or synthetic material , designed to be placed behind the wheels of a vehicle to prevent it from moving while loading, unloading, hitching or unhitching. Chocks are used for additional safety along with setting the brakes.

What is wheel chock do you use?

Wheel chocks are used for safety and accident prevention . Chocking, also known as blocking, is done to prevent trucks and trailers from unintentionally moving, like rolling or overturning, while workers are loading, unloading, hitching, unhitching or servicing the vehicle.

What is the OSHA regulation for wheel chocks?

OSHA regulation is concerned primarily with the security of trucks, trailers and railroad cars as they are loaded or unloaded with powered industrial forklifts. OSHA outlines mandates for wheel chocks in standard sections 1910.178 (k) (1) and (2) and 1910.178 (m) (7).

What to use to chock wheels?

Level

  • Drill with a bit (choose a size that fits the rod of your choice)
  • Tape measure
  • Hacksaw to cut the lengths of the rod
  • Table saw for cutting 4″x4″ wood
  • Grinder or file to remove sharp ends or burrs after cutting down the rod