These loads will be pre-loaded.
The preloaded process will be as follows:
- Plastic will be draped over the load, wrapped around the front, and stapled to the pallets on the side of the product.
- This plastic will help prevent moisture from damaging the product.
- Load will be tarped and straps will be placed over the tarp with edge protection.
When you arrive, your load should look like the above product. You should inspect the load.
- Check for any overtightening damage to the product.
- Check under the tarp to make sure plastic is in place and the product is not wet.
- If any damage is discovered, take photos, and call your driver manager immediately.
- DO NOT LEAVE the facility if damage is visible.
Final Securement of load will involve the driver doing the following:
- This load does not have bungees securing tarp. Place bungees on each d ring to prevent tarp from ballooning.
- Bungees should have hook facing outward.
- Failure to bungee tarp properly can result in air getting underneath the tarp and damaging product.
- Straps should be snug but not over tightened.
- This typically involves 1-2 clicks on the winch after being preloaded.
- This product can be easily damaged from over tightening.
- Strap should have a twist to prevent vibration against the product, causing damage.
- This product does not shift easily, so an x strap on this product is not required.
- An X strap on this product could increase probability of a cargo claim.
- Excess tarp
- Any excess tarp in the rear of the load should be strapped down to prevent tarp from flapping in transit.
Delivering of load
- Pull back tarp in sections, so that material is not completely exposed.
Delivering Multiple Stops
- First stops are usually loaded at the rear of the trailer.
- Do not take the tarp completely off, only uncover the material that is to be removed at the current location.
- Taking the tarp completely off will make it almost impossible to re-tarp.