what is a characteristic of plastic cribbing?

• A. Resists contamination from fuel, oil or other substances
• B. Very heavy
• C. Not buoyant
• D. Absorbs water

Answer: (A)

Plastic cribbing is prized for its non-porous, chemical-resistant makeup. In rescue and stabilization work, fuels, oils, and other contaminants are often present, and you don’t want the cribbing to soak them up. The non-porous plastic blocks don’t absorb these liquids, which helps prevent spreading contamination on scene and makes cleaning and reuse easier. That compatibility with hydrocarbons is the key reason this characteristic is the best description. While plastic cribbing is lighter than wood and can float, those traits are not the defining advantage here, and absorbing water isn’t a characteristic of plastic cribbing.