QRS Truck Loading Guide

QRS RECYCLING TRUCK LOADING GUIDE

To ensure the safety of our employees and contracted drivers, the following requirements MUST be followed:

Load it SAFE for EVERYONE’S SAFETY

Before loading bales

  • Inspect the trailer before loading to make sure the trailer is safe and clean
  • Make sure bales are of good integrity and have adequate wires
  • Know the safe, acceptable load patterns

What to know while loading bales

  • ALWAYS turn the last row of bales lengthwise to prevent bales from falling/shifting against the door during transit. The last row of bales must be no more than 2 bales high. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE!
  • (Failure to adhere may result in termination of purchases) SEE DIAGRAM FOR EXAMPLE
  • Never put a stack of 3 bales next to a stack of 1 bale.
  • Stack bales squarely for easy off loading and storage. Do not load with pallets or stickers.
  • Do not place small bales on the bottom with large bales on top.
  • Do not place high density bales on top of low density bales.
  • Bales often expand inside vans – leave room to unload safely. Do not stuff vans. A bale clamp, not straight forks, is often used to unload.

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