TBT-LDS-00110-15 minsTransport
Load Security Toolbox Talk
Unsecured loads cause hundreds of accidents every year
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- Editable Word format
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- Attendance register included
Poorly secured loads can shift during transport, causing loss of control or items falling onto the road. This toolbox talk covers legal requirements, proper restraint methods, and checking procedures.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Always secure loads before moving off
- Use appropriate restraints - straps, nets, or containers
- Check load security regularly during the journey
- Distribute weight evenly to maintain vehicle stability
- Never exceed vehicle weight limits
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Load Security matters - statistics and real-world impact
- •Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
- •Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
- •Common mistakes to avoid
- •Warning signs to watch for and report
- •Do's and Don'ts quick reference guide
- •Discussion questions for team engagement
What's Included
- Comprehensive 2-page toolbox talk
- Attendance register with 18 sign-off rows
- Session info table (date, location, presenter, duration)
- Editable Word format - add your logo and customise
- Ready to print and deliver
Regulatory Compliance
Primary Regulation:
Road Traffic Act 1988
Also relevant:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Road Traffic Act 1988 requires that loads are secured so they do not fall or shift dangerously. Drivers and operators share responsibility for ensuring loads are safe.
Key Takeaway
“If it can move, it can kill. Secure every load, every time.”
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