Police stop dangerous goods transporter on the A27!

Police stop dangerous goods transporter on the A27!

On Wednesday afternoon, a 40-ton tractor-trailer was checked by the Bremen police on the A27 motorway while it was on its way from Verden to Bremen. What led to this control? The truck was transporting a spontaneously ignitable substance, which coupled with a severely damaged tire caused additional concerns. During the inspection, the officers discovered that the right front tire of the trailer was badly worn and the carcass was already visible. A tire burst could occur at any time - a significant risk to road safety, as the police emphasized. The 52-year-old driver was therefore unable to continue his journey until the damage was repaired.

Safety in the transport of dangerous goods is the top priority. In this case, the truck driver's license was revoked not just because of the tire problem. The police also filed a complaint against him and the owner of the vehicle. Another indication of the serious consequences of inadequate security precautions.

Risks when loading and unloading

The inspection shows once again how dangerous the world of freight transport can be. Every year, numerous serious accidents occur when loading and unloading vehicles, often resulting in injuries or deaths. Inadequate, incorrectly installed or missing load securing can create dangerous situations. After all, the requirements are particularly high when dangerous goods are transported. In order to counteract such risks, a wide variety of regulations must be observed when loading and unloading. These apply regardless of the technology used – be it tail lifts, loading bridges or crane systems.

Companies are required to provide personal protective equipment. Since unsecured loads can lead to uncontrollable driving behavior, proper load and load distribution is of great importance. In the area of ​​load securing, there are strict legal requirements that every transport service provider should be aware of.

Responsible handling of cargo

What's next? Transport can only continue safely after the damaged tire has been replaced. The legal basis also plays an important role. According to DGUV regulation 70, truck drivers must ensure that the load is stowed in such a way that it does not endanger other road users under normal traffic conditions. The road traffic regulations (StVO) also state that the load must be secured in such a way that it does not slip or even fall down during emergency braking.

The recognized technical rules that define the framework conditions for checks by the police also play an important role. The VDI 2700 series of guidelines, which represents the state of the art, is essential. Only if these rules are followed can both drivers and other road users travel safely on our roads.

In summary, this incident on the A27 clearly shows that safety in road traffic and especially in the transport of dangerous goods is of the utmost importance. Pay attention to the regulations and secure your load correctly – for your own safety and that of others!

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