Avoid rope, twine, and bungee cords, which can weaken and break in an accident or large bump in the road. Instead, use proper heavy-duty ratchet straps when securing items.
Strap in items securely to avoid cargo from shifting. You should check your straps at least every 100 miles to ensure your items are still tightly secure.
Consider using a cargo net to prevent smaller items from flying out of the back of your truck bed.
Whatever it is that you’re loading, make sure to have it anchored to the truck bed or roof rack by making an ‘X’ with your straps.
If you’re hauling a load longer than your vehicle, attach a red flag or handkerchief to the end of the item to alert other drivers.
