Securing Loads Professional Competence Directive

Securing Loads Professional Competence Directive

How you load and properly secure cargo is crucial for the safe transport of goods. Inadequate cargo securing leads to millions of euros in damage to cargo and equipment annually. Moreover, the social costs (traffic jams, etc.) resulting from such incidents are many times this amount. Asphalt road construction is constantly evolving, especially as sustainability and CO2 emission reduction become increasingly important. This course will cover new mixture technologies and various types of mixtures, and their implications for road design. Attention will also be paid to aligning with the latest legislation and regulations, such as RAW 2020.

As a carrier, it is therefore crucial to load and secure cargo correctly. Governments, particularly in Germany, are also increasingly monitoring improperly secured cargo. Very high fines apply for improper cargo securing. It has been shown that after taking this practical course, the number of damages and fines for participating companies has decreased dramatically.

The "Securing Cargo" course focuses on acquiring knowledge regarding proper cargo securing. It addresses the consequences of insufficient stowage, the forces that can occur during transport, and the use of lashing straps, chains, and blocks. Practical solutions are provided to minimize risks and, consequently, the costs of damage and fines.

The course is suitable for anyone responsible for the safe transport and securing of loads, including drivers and shipping staff. Managers can gain more insight into the issues their employees encounter in their daily work.

What will you learn during the course?

The course combines theory and practice, covering the following topics:

  • Laws and regulations
  • Acting forces
  • Dangers and risks
  • Loading/overloading versus axle loads
  • Tools for securing loads
  • Methods and means of propulsion
  • Securing methods and means
  • Load versus axle load
  • Stowage and securing of various loads
  • Use of aids for weirs
  • Use of aids for securing loads
  • Use simple tables to support load securing

What do you get afterwards?

After the course, the participant will receive a certificate of participation.

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