Securing a Flatbed Load: Straps, Chains,
and Texas Requirements
Texas requires that all loads on open trailers be secured so nothing falls or shifts during transport. Ratchet straps anchored to the trailer's tie-down rails handle most flatbed loads within their rated working load limit. Straps should be rated for the weight of the cargo and replaced if they show any wear or damage.
For heavy steel, pipe, and large structural materials, chains and load binders are the correct method. These materials come up regularly in Fort Worth's industrial and construction supply environment. Arriving at the loading point with the right securement equipment is part of planning the haul. Big Rentals reviews securement at pickup for every flatbed trailer rental in Fort Worth.