⚠️ DVSA Guidance ⚠️ A few people have mentioned about two straps is a bit overkill or too many on IBCs, but the law is crystal clear on securing them. I totally understand everyone has their own thoughts and opinions. The below is guidance from the DVSA via Gov.uk. You must secure intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) with either: •2 lashing straps that pass over the skeleton frame. •Another lashing method such as a bungee tarpaulin system that distributes the securing force across the top of the IBC. This is because the skeleton frame of an IBC does not usually have a central upright. A single ratchet strap over the IBC can deform the frame and cause the load securing system to fail. You can use one ratchet strap over the central support if a central upright is fitted. You can secure empty IBCs with one strap if this does not damage the frame. Inspect the IBCs before loading to make sure they’re in good condition. Check that there are no leaks, particularly around the fittings for filling and discharging. An example of an intermediate bulk container (IBC) (pictured above) secured by 2 straps over the strongest point of the frame, rather than over the middle where the frame is likely to bend. #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

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An interesting load out of Dagenham earlier this morning. A mix of weight at 1000kg and 1250kg per pallet, so it was time to get the ratchet straps out 🔒 #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

Good morning from Bridgwater ⛅️ What’s the most important task at the start of the day ? It has to be vehicle checks and ensuring your vehicle is compliant to be on the road 🛣️ especially as the nights start to draw in. It’s the first time in a few weeks that I’ve defected a trailer for a bulb out 💡at least it was a nice quick fix! #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #VehicleChecks #Lightbulb #Defect #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

A few of you have asked how I secured the load of glass bottles 🍾 and this is a question I asked before I collected the load. I had a rough idea, but wanted to be 💯 sure. They load you with two stacks on either side to start with, then you cross-strap with the internal straps through the top of the pallets every second pallet to the trailer bed, and then you can follow the sequence all the way to the end. At the rear of the load, you use an internal strap through the top and bottom pallets to create a cross, which pulls the load forward towards the bulk head.  Just for added peace of mind, I used a ratchet strap around the base of the top pallet just to pull it back so the bottom pallet wasn’t taking all the weight 🏋🏻‍♂️ #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

Finishing off yesterday in Farrington Gurney with a delivery and collection of empty IBCs ready to go back to be reused ♻️ It’s certainly been a busy couple of days, strapping down loads. I think I need to invest in a ratchet strap winder to speed up the process of putting them away. Enjoy your weekend everyone 😊  #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

Another load of IBCs strapped and secured 🔒 It certainly takes a bit of time securing a load like this, but it’s all part of the job. Next stop Farrington Gurney 🚚💨  #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

“If you’re going to do the job, then do it properly the first time.” A delivery of the raw ingredient and a reload of the final product ready to be distributed. I see so many drivers chuck just one strap over IBCs, but did you know they have to be secured with two ratchet straps to the vehicle bed. Don’t get caught out 💷🚓   #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

On a EN 12642 XL rated curtain-sided vehicle/trailer, is this load deemed to be a positive fit ? I’m interested to see the views of the driver community, as there seems to be different opinions in what is and isn’t classed as a positive fit.   #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #Scania #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

It’s always good to see someone doing the job properly rather than shutting the doors and cracking on 🚚💨 Remember, a load not correctly secured can be costly 💷🚓 #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #Scania #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

How do you workout the load capacity of a ratchet strap 🏋🏻‍♂️ Firstly you want to find the blue label on the strap, this will show you the daN capacity. If your strap doesn’t have any label showing you this information, then throw it away! In the eyes of the law you have no way of knowing what the daN capacity is. For example, if your strap has a lashing capacity of 2500 daN, that doesn’t mean it can secure a maximum load of 2500kgs. In order to calculate the weight of the max load that your ratchet straps can secure, you should double the LC – so a 2500 daN strap is able to secure a 5000kg load. #HGV #Distribution #Haulage #Deliveringwinners #GregoryDistribution #Truck #TruckDriver #TruckLife #InstaTruck #LorryLife #Lorry #LorryDriver #Scania #LoadSecurity #RatchetStrap #DidYouKnow #CPC #InitialCPC #Training #NewDriver #Knowledge

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