09/04/2026
๐ A Good Reminder About Cargo Securement
We recently came across a post from someone in the fleet industry showing just how quickly a cargo securement issue can turn into a serious safety concern. It was a great reminder that properly securing a load isn't something that ends once the truck starts moving.
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), cargo must be properly secured to prevent it from shifting or falling during transportation. Securement systems also need to account for the forces that occur during normal driving, including braking, accelerating, and turning.
At Fairchild Freight, safety is an important part of what we do every day. Taking the time to inspect equipment, pay attention to changing conditions, and address potential issues helps protect our drivers, our equipment, our customers' freight, and everyone sharing the road.
A few extra minutes to stop, inspect, and correct an issue can make all the difference.
Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Cargo Securement Rules. https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/cargo-securement/cargo-securement-rules