Load Safety Checklist - bott vario 3 Manual De Uso Y Mantenimiento

Quite simply - unrestained loads should be avoided at all
times. It is the manufacturer´s responsibility to provide
lashing points and to ensure the rigidity of the vehicle
shell. The type of load restraint to be used will determine
the nature of the formula required to calculate the neces-
sary restraining forces.
Tension Rods
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When using tension rods vertically, note the following:
The spring assembly of the tension rod must always be on
top.
The load restraint of goods must only prevent tipping to
the side, and not in the direction of the vehicle's longitudi-
nal axis!
The maximum force to be applied must not exceed 50
daN. The load restraint along the longitudinal axis of the
vehicle is carried out by form closure, lashing down, direct
securing, or a combined restraint. The vehicle manufac-
turer installation guidelines must be followed.
bott recommends that all users enroll on a bott load
safety course!

4.4 Load safety checklist

Is the vehicle suitable?
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Has the maximum permissable vehicle gross and axle weight,
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(see load distribution plan), or the maximum load
capacity of the in-vehicle equipment been exceeded?
Can friction enhancing matting be usefully employed?
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Are the available securing aids suitable?
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Is the load centre of gravity as low as possible and positioned
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on the longitudinal centre line of the vehicle?
Has the driver received the necessary training?
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