What term describes a structural block placed at the end of a platform to prevent slipping and to provide footing on sloped surfaces?

• A. Cradles
• B. Cleats
• C. Cribbing
• D. Ramps

Answer: (B)

Cleats are small structural blocks placed at the end of a platform to give workers a secure place to step and to prevent the foot from slipping off, especially on sloped or uneven surfaces. They create a defined, traction-friendly edge that helps maintain footing as you move on and off the platform. This function is different from cradles, which are used to support or cradle objects; cribbing, which is stacked blocks used to stabilize loads; and ramps, which are inclined surfaces designed to bridge vertical gaps for movement rather than provide edge footing.