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Why load security is important, what operators, drivers and consignors must do when loading and transporting goods, and how load security is enforced.
Implementing EC Directive 2001/96/EC (establishing harmonised requirements and procedures for safe loading and unloading of bulk carriers.)
UK and international codes and standards for vessel stability and loadlines, safety advice and regulations for boatmasters, designers or shipbuilders dealing with vessel stability.
Safety messages to the shipping industry about the importance of providing sufficient loading guidance and cargo information.
Ways to load items on a goods vehicle safely.
Use form C88 (EL) to provide a summary of exports and a community transit loading list.
Find details of the relevant foreign airport zones, percentages of air freight costs to be included in the customs value, and the airport codes to be declared in Data Element 5/21 as the place (airport) of loading (Appendix 15A and...
How to decide on a load securing system, what to check before loading a vehicle, and how to stabilise a load.
Find out about other simplifications you can apply for with consignor or consignee status.
How to secure loads on different types of vehicle.
Guidance for EU exporters, exporters from rest of the world and UK importers, on how to import groupage or mixed load consignments of animal products into Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).
How to safely decide whether you can continue your journey or take other action.
Who can drive a van, the speed limits and weight limits that apply, and rules on loading, drivers' hours and maintenance.
Explanations of the different terms you might see on your driving licence
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