Proper Technique for Throwing Straps | How to Secure a Flatbed Load | Throw Straps | Trucking Safety

This video shows the proper technique to throw a strap while securing a flatbed truck. Securing a flatbed truck safely involves throwing straps over the load. This can present a risk to shoulder and back. This video shows how to safely throw a strap to save your shoulder and save your back.
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[@SinOjOs-Transport]

Lol, coming over! Yea the guy with the truck on the other side gona come on over and have a nice peaceful talk with you. After you just hit his truck with that metal end piece.

[@grovescrane]

Never throw the buckle end

[@ATACompFund]

Great point. We are going to do a follow up video and will incorporate your point. Let us know any other suggestions.

[@jonathanrabbitt]

Exactly. And why leave your straps on the binders to get all covered in road grime? Roll the up and put them away.

[@JorgePalacios-g3e]

hey you just hit my dan! window!!!

[@ironbull1559]

My loads are much higher and I’m shorter but worth trying thanks for the tips!!

[@roywebb8767]

Do not throw the hook !!!!

[@martindennehy3030]

Well explained, thanks

[@FloridaMaster]

Your doing it wrong already