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Ways to load items on a goods vehicle safely.
How to secure loads on different types of vehicle.
Maximum weights for different heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) depending on the vehicle type and number of axles.
Product Safety Report for heavy duty floor cranes under the Warmiehomy and BTGGG brands sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Using retractable or foldable aerodynamic rear devices on heavy goods vehicles.
Class and permitted use of passenger ships, cargo ships, tankers, tugs, tenders, fishing boats, yachts, commercial vessels, and the required certificates.
Why load security is important, what operators, drivers and consignors must do when loading and transporting goods, and how load security is enforced.
Find out about the requirements and obligations for warehousekeepers of motor and heating fuels in the UK.
How to decide on a load securing system, what to check before loading a vehicle, and how to stabilise a load.
International regulations and required documentation for hauliers transporting dangerous or hazardous goods by road or by vehicles on ships.
How to safely decide whether you can continue your journey or take other action.
Equipment and methods you can use to secure a load in a goods vehicle and how to use it safely.
How vehicles which are outside the normal dimensions and weights usually allowed on the road ('special types') can legally be used on the road.
Find out how you can claim repayment of excise duty on heavy mineral (hydrocarbon) oil used to grow certain horticultural produce.
Get help to classify various types of vehicles such as mobility scooters, dumpers and utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and e-bikes for import and export.
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