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.