5. L OADING A ND U NLOADING T HE T RAILER Improper trailer loading causes many accidents and deaths. To safely load a trailer, you must consider the overall load weight and load distribution. The load distribution must be such that no component part of the trailer is loaded beyond its rating. You must be sure that the load distribution does not exceed the rating of the tires, wheels and axles.
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Collision Hazard. An overloaded trailer can result in death or serious injury. Do not load a trailer so that the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is exceeded. 5.1 LOAD TRAILER 1. Load the material onto the trailer, distributing the material evenly throughout the trailer. 2. Weigh the trailer to be sure you have not exceeded the weight capacity of the trailer, tires, axles and wheels. 3. All loaded trailers should be covered with a tarp. 5.2 UNLOAD TRAILER 5.2.1 TRAILERS WITH SIDE SWING TAIL GATE 1. Park the truck and trailer on a firm surface and set the parking brakes. 2. Release tension on winder (A), pin in the open position and release chain (B) from anchor. See figure 5-1.
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Risk of death or serious injury from tailgate and/or falling materials. Loaded materials can exert pressure against the tailgate, causing the tailgate to swing out with force when unlatched. Materials may fall from trailer when tailgate is unlatched. Do not stand behind tailgate when unlatching.
Figure 5-1 Open Winder And Release Chain
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