Specialist insurer NTI has welcomed the release of Load Restraint Guide following the recent spike in damages caused from inappropriate load restraint.
NTI CEO Mr. Tony Clark said operators and carriers can prevent costly accidents or damages caused by poor load restraint, by taking extra care in securing freight irrespective of the size or value of goods on board.
“The increase we saw over the last quarter has been out of the ordinary,” Clark said. “We need to look at why. The National Transport Commission’s recent review and publication of the Load Restraint Guide couldn’t have come at a better time. It will provide us with a measure for reviewing claims data moving forward. Here’s hoping we see an improvement across the industry. It’s a genuine safety concern. Poorly restrained loads become dangerous projectiles.”
The guide offers information for transport drivers, operators, and others throughout the supply chain, including vital insight for preventing injury, damage, and loss of goods.
Visit the NTC website for a free digital copy of the guide. Printed glovebox-sized copies are also available for purchase via NTC.
