Maintain and store tie-downs properly where they are protected from mechanical, chemical and environmental damage. User must be alert to any and all hazards when securing cargo. Never exceed the working load limit (WLL) of the tie-down taking into account the load, vehicle anchor points and the tie-down configuration and angles. Protect tie-downs from damage when in contact with edges, protrusions or abrasive surfaces.
The only approved repair for a tie-down chain is A) TWIN CLEVIS, and/or B) COUPLING LINK of the same grade & size as the chain. Inspect all chain & load binders before each use. DO NOT USE if any of the following conditions are found: 1) Twisted or bent links, 2) Nicks or gouges, 3) Stretched or elongated links, 4) Excessive wear at any load bearing points, 5) Distorted or damaged hooks or attachment, 6) Unapproved repairs to the chain. Always consult FMCSA regarding special applications.Īll users must be trained in tie-down selection, use and inspection, cautions to personnel, environmental effects, all applicable standards, regulations & practices. Steel Coils, paper rolls, concrete pipe, dressed lumber, boulders, flattened cars, automobiles, light trucks, vans and containers require special calculations. Indirect Tie-Downs (not Anchor Tie-Downs) should form a minimum angle of 30 degrees to the trailer floor. All accessory attachments such as booms, shovels and backhoes must be lowered and properly secured – usually with an additional Tie-Down and Tie-Down Device. Anchor Tie-Downs are a direct connection between the load and the trailer. require a minimum of 4 Anchor (Direct) Tie-Downs and 4 Tightening Devices – each with a minimum working load limit of 5,000 Lbs. Wheeled or tracked vehicles over 10,000 Lbs.
(Articles prevented from forward movement by a bulkhead or another load require a Tie-Down for every 10’ and for each 10’ or part thereof.) Add an additional Tie-Down for articles more than 10’ and for each additional 10’ or part thereof. Articles more than 5’, up through 10’ require 2 Tie-Downs. Articles 5’ or shorter and weighing more than 1,100 Lbs. The sum of the working load limits from all Tie-Downs must be at least 50% of the weight of the cargo.Īrticles 5’ or shorter require 1 Tie-Down. Calculating the minimum number of Tie-Downs depends on the cargo length, cargo weight and cargo type.
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