What is the purpose of a 'header board' (or headache rack)?

To protect the driver from moving cargo in a crash. Section 3.3: Front-end header boards protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or

What is the purpose of a 'header board' (or headache rack)?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "To improve aerodynamics" is not correct. Front-end header boards protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or emergency stop.
  • B. Correct. Front-end header boards protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or emergency stop.
  • C. Incorrect. "To hold the tarp down" is not correct. Front-end header boards protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or emergency stop.
  • D. Incorrect. "To mount lights" is not correct. Front-end header boards protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or emergency stop.