Secure your load | Washington State Patrol

It's the middle of July and as the summer continues, more people will be working outside, which inevitably involves clearing yard waste and debris. The Washington State Patrol reminds the public of the importance of making sure your load is secured.

It’s the middle of July and as the summer continues, more people will be working outside, which inevitably involves clearing yard waste and debris. The Washington State Patrol reminds the public of the importance of making sure your load is secured.

In the latest edition of the “Good to Know” series, Trooper Guy Gill offers tips and suggestions on how to properly secure a load before transport.

To view the video, visit the Washington State Patrol’s YouTube channel.

The sanction for failing to secure your load can range from a fine to a criminal arrest. Taking a few extra minutes to properly secure your load could be the difference between an uneventful trip to the landfill and injuring someone else traveling on the road.

For more information about securing your load, and reporting a lost or unsecured load, visit the Load Loss & Securement page. You can also report a lost or unsecured load with the Loss of Load online form.