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DVSA updates load security guidance

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The Driver Vehicle and Standards Agency (DVSA) has updated load security guidance for heavy goods vehicles (HGV) to include further information on carrying out risk assessments on loads.
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Changes to the guide:

• A new section on the importance of risk assessments to help manage the issues facing those involved in securing loads

• Clarification on covering loose loads and how a risk assessment can be used to inform this decision 

• Changes to the introduction to clarify the standing and purpose of the guidance and how it can help the reader be compliant with UK regulations 

• Some minor amendments following feedback from our stakeholders  

• A new section on securing asbestos waste  

• A section to cover securing precast concrete sections   

It is important that managers, transport managers and loading staff familiarise themselves with the new and updated information to make sure vehicles are loaded safely and appropriately.

The Categorisation of Defects has been updated to reflect these changes. 

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