Likewise, during the inspection, the truck operators will be asked to pull over and more importantly, follow the given instructions.
According to the National Safety Code Standard, no. 10, the guidelines for cargo securement do not consequently apply to freight only.
Besides the cargo safety, the safety of truck drivers is secured as well. In the light of safety there are the following facts included:
- Reducing the number of accidents which might happen with cargo shifting or falling from the vehicle
- Harmonize the cargo securement regulations across the US, Canada, and Mexico
In addition to this, the roads are dangerous and disastrous enough, not concerning the cargo securement would be an additional disaster that will cost you.
What is the Target of Inspection?
As shown above, every year there is a different target of inspection. If the previous year the International Roadcheck has its focus on tire safety, this year it is placed on the cargo securement.
