OOSC, Part II, Item 2. a. General Securement - Binders and Tiedowns
| Entry Date | December 14, 2018 |
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| Issue Number | 18-048-VEH |
| Name | Brett Schambach |
| Agency | Buchanan Hauling & Rigging Inc |
| Address | 4625 Industrial RdFt Wayne, IN, 46825United StatesMap It (opens in a new tab) |
| Phone | 260-471-1877 x3294 |
| [email protected] | |
| Committee | Vehicle Committee |
| Status | Closed |
| Summary of Issue | This is in regard to using binders and chains to secure cargo, 1. Can the binder attach directly to an anchor point instead of both ends attaching to just the chain (see pic. 1). 2.. If using one chain and two binders, is this considered one securement system or two separate securement systems (see pic 2). |
| Justification or Need | Due to limited information on binders in the FMCSR, we need clarification on the two points above. We are an open-deck company and use chains and binders on a regular basis. We want to be in compliance at all times. To our knowledge, the manufacturers intent on the use of these binders is to ONLY tighten the chain/take up the slack from the chain, not be used as a direct securement to an anchor point. |
| Request for Action | We would like a review and response of our concerns with regards to binders and their use. |