Cargo Securement & Loading Failures

Improperly loaded or unsecured cargo shifts the center of gravity of a commercial vehicle, creating rollover risk on curves, instability during lane changes, and catastrophic spills on highways. Overweight loads, unbalanced distribution, failed tie-downs, and open doors are all preventable conditions that contribute to thousands of crashes annually. Federal securement standards exist but enforcement depends almost entirely on the carrier and the driver.