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DVSA publishes new load securing guide for vehicle operators

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DVSA publishes new load securing

guide for vehicle operators

New guidance has been published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to help vehicle operators transport loads securely.

The guide, which has been developed with the transport industry, sets out important information like:


  • who’s responsible for load securing
  • the consequences of poor load securing
  • how DVSA enforces the rules on load securing

It gives practical advice about:


  • loading on different types of vehicles
  • carrying different types of loads

The guide includes videos so operators can find out things like:


  • what DVSA looks for when it stops a vehicle at the roadside
  • how different load securing systems can be used

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