They liquefy under moderate pressure and readily vaporize upon release of the pressure. In winter months, added dunnage and reduced load height is important to loading integrity. Cargo securement devices tiedown assemblies may consist of chains, cables, steel straps, fiber webbing, etc. If cargo is not prevented from forward movement for example, by the headboard, bulkhead, other cargo, or tiedown attached to the cargo, secure the cargo according to these requirements. Your freight becomes part of the trailer through the use of dunnage, shoring bars, tiedowns, straps, chains, etc. Cargo safety and compliance with dot regulations should always be a top priority for any company. Safely load and secure your commodities inspect a secured load for compliance with. Aggregate working load limit the load securement system must be at least 50% of the weight of the cargo being secured. Securing the load purdue extension purdue university. To prevent injuries, follow proper work practices to secure loads.
Load securement safety program gladiator cargo net. Commercial motor carrier enforcement officials say that proper load securement is a simple concept. Proper blocking and securement for loading reels, pipe, poles or lumber is essential as this type of freight loose inside a trailer during a storm will tear out the sides, doors and. A coil can go through the wall of a trailer like it was made of. From the federal motor carrier safety administration fmcsa drivers handbook on cargo securement. Liquefied petroleum gases lpgases, as defined in this code see 3. Load or cargo is defined by section 2e of the cargo securement regulations as. Tiedowns are devices that are used to fasten or secure a load to a carrier by use of ropes, cables or other means to prevent shifting during transport.
Load securement test answers circle the letter next to the best answer for each question below. Load securement and packaging methods to reduce risk of. There are federal regulations on securement of loads as well as the fact that a poorlyloaded trailer is a safety hazard. Securing a load properly is important for safety and delivering a product in great condition. Provides needtoknow guidelines on proper use of blocks, ropes, chains, bars. Proper load securement protects employees, customers, and members of the public from injury and minimizes damage to loads, equipment and vehicles.
Every year millions of dollars of damaged product is lost due to loads not being secured correctly. If you follow the requirements in the north american cargo securement standard, you will be in compliance with. However, according to a study by the aaa foundation for traffic safety, more than 200,000 crashes involved debris on u. This code shall apply to the storage, handling, transportation, and use of liquefied petroleum gas lpgas. If you dont have the proper hauling equipment or feel unsure of meeting all the requirements, macallister rentals offers a couple of different options to help equipment haulers in indiana and michigan. The load securement best practices drivers need to follow. While checking for compliance with safe load regulations is always a part of roadside inspections, the commercial vehicle safety alliance cvsa is highlighting cargo securement this year as a reminder of its importance. Proper load securement in dry vans is also a necessity to avoid lost dollars in damaged goods. Proper cargo securement american international group. The proper loading, positioning, and securing of cargo on a truck or trailer can. Workers and independent operators should be trained to recognize the danger to themselves and the public from materials becoming dislodged.
Load securement drivers must ensure that their loads are properly secured and that there are no loose objects that could. Helps drivers determine the best cargo securement methods for the type of cargo theyre transporting, based on government recommendations. Tighten binders before moving and recheck frequently. Following proper cargo and load securement procedures is critical. Properly load and secure any cargo aboard a vehicle, including. Log book most drivers of commercial vehicles are required to maintain a log book to record their hours of service. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The commercial motor vehicles cargo must be properly. Properly secured flatbed cargo prevents items from shifting, spilling, blowing or falling from the vehicle. Divide the total weight of the cargo by the load capacity of an individual chain or strap. Proper load securement in dry vans is also a necessity to avoid lost dollars in damaged goods compliance with federal cargo securement regulations is required on all types of commercial motor vehicles, and violations can have serious consequences under the. Do you have a flatbed load securement manual from your current or previous job. Make sure you have enough securement straps for the weight of the load, says kevin tomlinson, director of maintenance at south. I can say this is a bible regarding cargo securing and load safety.
This handbook is based on the north american cargo securement standard and is current as of. There are many cargo securement best practices drivers can follow to improve or maintain their good driving record. Apply the securement requirements in the north american cargo securement standard. How to properly secure your load by holly plude published. Inspect a secured load for compliance with the north american cargo securement standard. A load that is properly secured is protected from damage to the cargo, and ensures the safety of the driver hauling the load and the safety those traveling around him or her. Most popular configuration winch straps used in the heavy. Cargo securement guide, 2017 edition ministere des transports. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading practical cargo securement. Load securement test questions circle the letter next to the best answer for each question below. Reduces product damage during transit safety for loaders, unloaders, carriers, and the public complies with regulations focus. Handbook combines cargo securement regulations plus practical, handson. Defining load securement load securement is a method or a means of effectively securing or immobilizing cargo during transit.
Provides needtoknow securement guidelines on proper use of blocks, ropes, chains, bars and more for flatbeds, dry. Proper load securement for heavy equipment transport. Use this best practices checklist to ensure your load is secure. Tiedown continued the importance of the book how many tiedowns are required. All loads must be secured to comply with ontarios highway traf. Damaged cargo results in claims against the company, hurts our. Loss of load while in transit may involve damage to vehicles, equipment, personal injuries, or death, as well as. Most drivers of commercial vehicles are required to maintain a log book to record their hours of service. Steel can easily slide forward through the nose into the cab or back through the doors.
A substantial structure, device or article of appropriate size placed against or around cargo to prevent horizontal movement. The only circumstance that should ever affect a loads securement is a crash. Commercial vehicles must be lo aded in such a manner as to prevent its cargo from leaking, spilling, blowing, or falling from the. All tiedowns and cargo securement systems must be in proper working order when used to secure cargo with no damage or weakened components such as cracks or cuts that will adversely affect their performance. Proper cargo securement for companies that transport materials, tools, or other supplies, taking steps to help prevent losses from unsecured loads is important. Drivers handbook on cargo securement introduction fmcsa. Proper securement requirement 4 cargo must be restrained in all directions forward, sidetoside, rearward, vertically. Safety for loaders, unloaders, carriers and public. Supplies for flatbeds and dry vans are available to meet your needs.
Many will find that through the course of taking on a trucker job, drivers will never be required to. This is the most comprehensive handbook available on the regulations governing the proper way to secure cargo for transport by truck in north america. Federal motor carriers safety regula tions clearly outline the carriers responsibility for proper loading of a truck. The paper discusses improperly loaded trailers, and recommends proper loading methods. Proper cargo securement is important for many reasons. In refrigerated produce shipments, load locks along with proper loading techniques are one of the most important tools to ensure that cargo is loaded and secured properly for transport. Your first step in selecting a tiedown is to identify those that are right for the job. This ensures that all drivers use the proper equipment for securing a load. Information paper for transit protection of intermediate. Always apply binder in a straight line hook to hook manner without bending and such that handle goes down when securing load. I would love to see what people are being taught in order to better myself and make it safer for others around me. The customer is paying for safe and timely delivery of goods.
But most important is the safety of the driver and the general public. Establish specific training requirements for drivers on proper securement. When transporting any cargo in light duty trucks, proper load securement should be fundamental. For questions regarding load securement, you may also contact the california highway patrol chp at 916 8433400. Make sure the hooks are either attached to the load itself or wrapped around a post hole or two. Compliance with federal cargo securement regulations is required on all types of commercial motor vehicles, and violations can have serious consequences under the compliance, safety, accountability csa program. The purpose of this presentation is to learn how to. A demonstration on some proper procedures and policies for securing load in the state of iowa. If a driver fails to correctly secure a load, it can lead to cargo damage and additional operational costs. Following good and compliant securement processes will keep things in place not. All cargo except for bulk commodities in tank or hopper. Guidance and interpretations general ccmta pdf, 1mb, may 2016 securement of dressed lumber and similar building materials on flatbed trucks and trailers ccmta pdf 1mb, february 2011 load security research reports ccmta.
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