Course Overview:
At the completion of this one-day training course, participants will be able to:
Explain how cargo securement principles apply to different commodities
Determine what is required to properly load and secure different commodities including the number, placement and types of cargo securing devices
State general requirements for cargo securement
Understand the principles for securing heavy vehicle, equipment, and machinery
Understand basic physics principles & the law of physics
Classroom Topics:
The Importance of Proper Securement
General Cargo Securement Requirements
Guiding Principle of Public Safety
How Cargo Must Be Contained, Immobilized Or Secured
Consequences of Improperly Secured Loads Activity
Elements of A Securement System
Requirements For Containing, Immobilizing, And Securing Cargo
Working Load Limits & Default Working Load Limits For Unmarked Tie-Downs
Identifying Working Load Limit of An Unmarked Securing Device
Calculating Aggregate Working Load Limits For Tie-Downs Attached To The Cargo
How To Inspect Securement Systems
Determining If Cargo Is Secured Properly
Securement Requirements For Heavy Vehicles, Equipment And Machinery
Principles For Securing Heavy Vehicles, Equipment And Machinery
Field/Hand-on Activities:
How To Inspect Chains
Securing Devices
Inspection & Verification
Vehicle Placement on Trailer
Proper Weight & Attachment Distribution
Mid-Trip Inspections
Heights & Clearances
Cargo Securement
Who Should Attend:
Any person who is responsible for tying down or securing heavy equipment on trailers.
Evaluation/Documentation: Theory exam. Each successful participant will be provided with a course certificate and the employer will receive a written operator training summary.
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