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The Load Restraint Guide 2018 features 12 case studies that clearly explain load restraint requirements, providing practical, step-by-step examples to help secure loads safely.
What’s covered
- Detailed worked scenarios for different loads like products on pallets or heavy machinery.
- Clear guidance for choosing the right restraint method and solution.
- Easy to follow examples that remove the guesswork.
How to use the case studies
Choose the right case study by considering:
- Type of load – Palletised, machinery, or other goods.
- Vehicle – Flat-tray, curtain sider, or similar.
- Restraint equipment – Webbing straps, chains, etc.
Use the case studies as a guide to create or refine loading plans, making sure that the calculations consider your load, vehicle, and equipment.
Note: These case studies provide a process to follow for securing a load safely. They are examples only and may not apply to every situation. Alternative load restraint methods can be used, provided you can show that they meet the loading requirements.
For more detailed guidance, refer to the technical calculations and examples in the Load Restraint Guide.
Need assurance?
If the processes outlined in the case studies have been followed and there are doubts about whether the provided calculations apply to the load, or if alternative methods have been used, it is best to seek professional advice from a suitably qualified engineer or load restraint expert.