Cargo Securement

The National Safety Code Standard 10 outlines specific requirements for securing loads to commercial vehicles to ensure they do not shift, move or spill onto the roadway.

Drivers and carriers need to ensure that cargo is transported safely and secured in accordance with National Safety Code standards.

  • A carrier shall not permit a driver to operate a vehicle where the cargo transported in or on the vehicle is not contained, immobilized or secured in accordance with this standard.
  • A driver shall not operate a vehicle where the cargo transported in or on the vehicle is not contained, immobilized or secured in accordance with this standard.​

Cargo Securement Standard