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Cargo Securement Regulations – The Proper Use of Tiedowns

United World Transporation

In a study over three years, it was estimated that 200,000 accidents were caused by unsecured cargo falling from trucks. Cargo securement regulations are set by the Federal Motor Safety Carrier Administration (FMCSA) and were last updated in 2004. Unsecured cargo is not only dangerous but deadly for drivers on the road.

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Limping to war

Logistics in War

– Chief of Army LTGEN Peter Leahy, 2004 [1]. Being definitive about threats or objectives certainly helps in answering the question ‘is the military prepared?’ Terms vary in different militaries, and it’s always important to confirm definitions when discussing preparedness. [3] 3] Galvin, T., 4] Betts., 7] Betts.,