Recognising Potential Hazards Unexpected road conditions emerge from multiple sources, including meteorological events, infrastructure maintenance, and environmental factors. Heavy rainfall reduces visibility and compromises traction, while fog significantly impairs visual acuity and distance perception. Strong crosswinds pose challenges for high-sided…

Understanding Chain Restraint Systems Chain restraints serve as the primary method for securing heavy and rigid loads during transport. Unlike alternative securing methods such as webbing straps, chains provide superior stability through their minimal elongation properties. This characteristic proves invaluable…

In the transport industry, ensuring that cargo remains securely restrained is a fundamental aspect of road safety. You’re either going to use direct restraint (e.g. locking a container to a skeletal truck), or indirect restraint (lashings over the cargo that…

Road transport safety heavily relies on proper load restraint, and side gates form a crucial component of this system across Australian roads. As a professional driver, understanding the proper use of side gates is essential for preventing load-related incidents and…

The transport industry faces ongoing challenges in ensuring load security and vehicle stability. Smart sensor technology has emerged as a crucial advancement in monitoring and improving load restraint systems. This guide examines how these innovations enhance road safety, vehicle performance,…

The safety of heavy vehicles on Australian roads remains a paramount concern for all transportation professionals. While various factors contribute to road incidents, human-related elements consistently emerge as the most significant determinants of safety outcomes. The Critical Impact of Driver…