No matter what you’re carrying or towing, regardless of how short your trip is, make sure you properly #secureyourload other people’s lives may depend on it.
Debris falling from vehicles on the road causes other drivers to brake hard or swerve to avoid a collision. Serious problems arise when items such as ladders, mattresses, furniture, landscaping supplies, and construction debris fall off of trailers or other vehicles.
Unsecured loads are responsible for about 25,000 accidents each year in North America, resulting in approximately 80-90 DEATHS.
To properly secure a load, drivers should:
Tie-down load with rope, netting, or straps
Tie large objects directly to the vehicle or trailer
Cover the entire load with a sturdy tarp or netting
Don’t overload the vehicle
Always double check load to make sure it is secure
Don’t trust weathered or worn straps and bungee cords.
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