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CARGO PLACEMENT AND RESTRAINT
Cargo that is likely to roll (vehicles, tool chests, barrels, etc.) should be re-
strained by chocks, blocks, wedges, a cradle or other equivalent means to
prevent rolling. Whatever you use to prevent rolling should not be able to be
accidentally unfastened or loosened while the trailer is in motion.
PROPER USE OF TIE DOWNS
Avoid using tie downs and securing devices with knots. Be sure to attach
and secure each tie down so that it can’t come loose, unfastened, opened or
released while the trailer is in motion. Also, use edge protection whenever a tie
down could be damaged or cut at the point where it touches an article of cargo.
Avoid using “bungee” cords.
TIE DOWN MINIMUM WORKING LOAD LIMIT
The working load limit of a tie down, associated connector, or attachment
mechanism is the lowest working load limit of any of its components (including
any tensioner device), or the working load limit of the anchor points to which
it is attached, whichever is less. When you choose tie down hardware, choose
items that are strong enough to hold the load you are securing. The load limit of
each tie down used should be at least one-half the working load limit of each tie
down that goes from an anchor point on the trailer to an attachment point on an
article of cargo. Check the tie down manufacturer’s specifications to determine
working load limits. NOTE: Tie down hardware is not supplied with your trailer.
MINIMUM NUMBER OF TIE DOWNS
When an article of cargo is not blocked or positioned to prevent movement in
the forward direction, the number of tie downs needed depends on the length
and weight of the articles. In all cases, use enough tie downs to secure the
cargo from moving in any direction. Heavy tool chests or cabinets may require
tie downs around the bottom, middle and top to secure them. Be sure to lock or
secure drawers in these chests or cabinets so they can’t open while traveling.
Keep handle bars, mirrors, etc. away from the trailer interior walls. The walls
can be damaged by contact with hard, sharp objects.