The information provided here related to securing loads on a light vehicle only.
What is a light vehicle?
A light vehicle is
any car, ute, van, truck or trailer (including a combination, e.g. a ute
and trailer) that has a gross vehicle mass up to 4.5 tonnes.
How to secure your load correctly
You must restrain any load you are carrying on a light vehicle so that it:
- Stays on the vehicle during normal driving conditions – this includes heavy braking, cornering, acceleration and even minor collisions.
- Doesn’t negatively affect the stability of the vehicle, making it difficult or unsafe to drive.
- Doesn’t protrude from the vehicle in a way that could injure people, damage property or obstruct others’ paths.
For practical advice and guidance on correctly securing your load visit National Transport Commission Or contact Transport for NSW – ph.13 22 13
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Images courtesy of Tamworth Regional Council
Penalties for uncovered loads
In NSW, it is an offence to drive your vehicle
with an unsecured or overhanging load. Uncovered loads incur an on-the-spot
fine of $481 and 3 demerit points.
