The North American Cargo Standard forms the basis for the cargo securement and distribution regulations in the United States and Canada. The regulations are designed to ensure cargo stays in place, keeping drivers and other motorists safe. This training covers the regulations and best practices for loading, securing and unloading heavy equipment.

This online Load Securement for Heavy Equipment (US) course covers the following topics:

• Standard and Requirements
• Securement System Elements
• Preparing, Loading and Unloading Equipment
• Tiedowns
• Inspections

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Know what is included in the North American Cargo Securement Standard
• Recognize the forces acting on cargo; Recall safe practices for loading and unloading heavy equipment
• Identify securement system elements and their properties; Select safe and legal securement and distribution methods

Approximately 30 minutes

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to pass this course. The course is able to be taken three times in efforts to achieve the pass mark. Printable resources are available in the form of a comprehensive student manual. The manual is a valuable resource for future use and knowledge retention.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.