Cargo Securement Flatbeds Online Course

$24.99 USD

60 mins

All professional flatbed truck drivers should be experienced in cargo loading, cargo inspection and cargo securement. This Cargo Securement FLATBEDS Training Program explains valuable ways to prevent load loss, trip delays, increased insurance rates, injury, and damage to cargo, vehicles, and property. Upon successful completion of the Cargo Securement Flatbed Online Course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.

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Ensure Your Knowledge of Proper Cargo Securement on Flatbed Trucks

In this Cargo Securement Flatbed Training Online Course, you will learn:

Importance of Cargo Securement
Responsibilities and Federal Regulations for Drivers and Carriers
Cargo Securement and OSHA Guidelines
Load Limits
Direct and Indirect Tie-downs
Proper Cargo Loading and Securement Techniques
Pre-trip and En Route Inspections
Best Practices for Securing Common Commodities

Duration

The Cargo Securement Flatbeds Online Course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.

Testing

Participants in the Cargo Securement Flatbed Training Online Course will be assessed by a test after viewing the course material. Participants must achieve a nark of 80% or higher to earn their certificate of completion. Those who do not reach the required mark will be allowed to repeat the course twice.

Certificate of Completion

Participants who successfully pass the Cargo Securement Flatbeds Online Course will earn a certificate of completion, which they can print out or download for their records.

What are the most common Flatbed Cargo Securement mistakes?

Failure to prevent shifting/loss of load
Failure to secure truck equipment (tarps, doors, tailgates, spare tires, etc.)
Insufficient tie downs
Damaged tie-downs (unacceptable wear on chain, cuts, and tears on web straps)
Loose tie-downs

Rules to Follow:

Apply the securement requirements in the North American Cargo Securement Standard.
Safely load and secure specific types of commodities.
Inspect a secured load for compliance with the North American Cargo Securement Standard.

More Information:

Flatbed trailer cargo securement video

U.S. Department of Transportation Cargo Securement Rules

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