Load Securement Classes???

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03-24-2010, 04:59 AM

Bigmon

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On You Tube I found a few videos a guy made that demonstrated securement, tarping etc. I don't have the links at the moment.

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03-24-2010, 06:47 AM

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A year in I'm still asking shippers how guys usually secure things. Never be afraid to ask.

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03-24-2010, 07:23 AM

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I pulled a flatbed for a short time. Luckily, I pulled a lot of pre-loaded trailers. When I had to strap a load, I'd use all my straps. I'm sure I looked like the Beverly Hillbillies, but my load wasn't going anywhere. :eek2:

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03-24-2010, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by allan5oh

A year in I'm still asking shippers how guys usually secure things. Never be afraid to ask.

me too. A little bit of humility goes a long way.

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03-24-2010, 11:42 PM

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Shippers can often be helpful when it comes to securing their cargo. If you are unsure how to secure any load it is much better to ask the shipper or another more experienced flat bed driver. Most flat bed drivers are willing to help you, if asked.

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03-25-2010, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawkjr

In my current pursuit to be an owner operator, i want to pull a flatbed/step deck but of course i have no flatbed training so is there any where i can take a Load Securement Class or Training??

Might I suggest a few .....companies that would train you?

Maverick.......... Maverick Transportation LLC - The Leading Flatbed Trucking Company in the Industry!

PGT ........... ( Dave works there ) ....... PGT Trucking Company, Flatbed Trucking, heavyhaul trucking companies

American Transport Inc...... TII - American Transport, Inc.

and their sister company Greentree ........ TII - Greentree Transportation

Just some suggestions young lad.

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03-25-2010, 02:33 PM

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I might Try TMC this summer when i turn 23... there's a place around the corner that has vans and flatbeds but i dont know if they are hiring so i might check them out and see if i qualify..