Life-Saving Commitment #9: Secure All Loads & Materials
Protect and properly secure all loads and materials
Ensure that all loads and/or materials are properly distributed and adequately secured while in transit.
If you are the driver you should:
- Inspect all materials or equipment to ensure it is properly secured from movement
- Make any necessary adjustments to the cargo, materials or equipment that it cannot shift, fall or move
- Check to ensure all necessary securement devices are installed properly
- Conduct a per-drive inspection
If you are the Supervisor or the person in charge you should:
- Confirm drivers are properly trained in appropriate securement rules
- Have the proper and correct number of securement devices at the jobsite, yard or garage
- Have a proper inspection system for all securement devises
- Educate all drivers regarding driver distraction and traffic laws
- Confirm that the driver and/or operator is not fatigued