Load securing at a glance

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Aktualisiert am: 09.09.2025

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The most important information explained briefly

Every day, thousands of lorries, hereafter referred to as trucks, deliver vast quantities of goods from A to B throughout the Federal Republic of Germany or even internationally to many other countries around the world. Time and again, we hear or read in many media outlets that safety on Germany's roads is steadily declining. The main culprits are said to be lorries, which are either travelling at very high speeds or have not been properly inspected for defects for a long time, and damage to tyres, severe tread wear or other damage has not been repaired correctly or at all. Another cause of accidents or incidents on Germany's roads could be incorrect or incomplete load securing on lorries. It's time to take a closer look at the basics of load securing.

Load securing by form fit

A good way to secure loads is to ensure that the goods to be transported take up as much space as possible so that the entire loading space is fully utilised. In plain language, this means that there should be no gaps or empty corners; the entire lorry should be filled. This prevents anything from slipping and secures the load. If necessary, slings and straps can also be used for additional security.

Securing the load by friction

A second option for perfectly securing the cargo of a lorry is to secure the load by friction. With this option, the load should be pressed down onto the floor. This is achieved by pre-tensioning the straps. Overall, this increases the static friction between the load and the vehicle floor. The number of straps required for this can be quickly calculated using a formula.

Physical load securing

Appropriate measures should be taken to absorb the forces at work. The following forces come into play here: mass, friction, securing and weight.

Legal information on load securing

The driver is responsible for securing the load. If the police notice that goods are not sufficiently secured, they may immediately prohibit the truck from continuing its journey and may also impose a fine of between €35 and €50. The driver is also responsible for securing the load when loading without a ramp. Under public law, the shipper must also take responsibility.

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