From the Editor June 2019 Welcome to the June edition of Lifting Matters. This quarter we are looking at load restraint and the why, what, who and how of securing and appropriately restraining a load while in transit. This edition we clearly outline everyone’s responsibility for load restraint, and provide some basics on how load restraint can be engineered. This issue isn’t just relevant to the transportation of heavy crane components and counterweights – it’s just as important for anyone in the industry transporting small loads on utes so check it out! We also put the spotlight on brakes and brake failure and the ways we can mitigate potential rolling incidents. We also explore the topic of handbrake failure and the weaknesses and limitations of the Cardan Shaft park brake system. This section features several incidents where mechanical or park brake failure has led to a vehicle rolling uncontrollably. In this issue, you can also read some informative and thought-provoking articles from our valued contributors including Smithbridge, Vertikal.net, CICA and Alcohol.Think Again.
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Thank you DASHELLE BAILEY, EDITOR liftingmatters@writestrategy.com.au
