Title: Secure a vehicle and equipment for transportation.
Course: Motorsports Technology III (20105-III) > Section: Ensuring Motorsports Safety

Securing a vehicle should include the use of properly rated restraints and an additional safety restraint to lock the vehicle from moving. All equipment should be fastened and secured according to the Department of Transportation requirements.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How should rating of straps be determined?
- Should all straps or chains be rated for the correct amount of the load? Why or why not?
- What are hazards involved with the securing of the vehicle and equipment?
- When should the vehicle and the trailer be re-checked to make sure they are secure? Why?