# Load securing

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Load securing is the technical restraint of cargo on vehicles, in containers, or aboard vessels to prevent goods from shifting, tipping, or falling during braking, cornering, or vessel movement.

Load securing is the technical restraint of cargo on vehicles, in containers, or aboard vessels to prevent goods from shifting, tipping, or falling during braking, cornering, or vessel movement. Common equipment includes lashing straps, anti-slip mats, wedges, dunnage, and cargo nets; the choice depends on the weight, dimensions, and centre of gravity of the load. Proper securing is a legal requirement, with applicable standards specifying the forces that restraint equipment must withstand. Drivers and shippers share liability when improperly secured cargo causes accidents or damage. Unlike transport security – which encompasses broader protection against theft and tampering – load securing focuses solely on the physical stabilisation of freight.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladungssicherung](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladungssicherung)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Load securing |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 108 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladungssicherung |

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