Your Cargo Trailer Safety Guide

If you own a cargo trailer, you know that safety is paramount. You want to protect all three—yourself, your valuable payloads, and your expensive rig from damage. Proper planning and execution can help you stay safe on the road and deliver on your projects timely.

Keep reading this guide, where our experts at Chattanooga Trailer & Rental have discussed a few cargo trailer safety tips. If you need more information, visit our dealership for a friendly chat with our team.

Hitches & Couplers

Before loading cargo into your trailer, check that your hitch coupler system functions smoothly. Fasten all the pins and ensure no signs of rust or corrosion are present on the coupler or hitch. If you use a gooseneck hitch, ensure it is rated correctly for your specific weight capacity before attaching it to your towing vehicle.

Secure Your Cargo

Although your enclosed trailer will prevent your items from getting tossed onto the road during transit, you will also want to keep them in place and not crash against your rig’s walls. This will protect your cargo and vehicle from damage.

Once you have loaded your payload, secure it suitably using straps, chains, or bars, and ensure that the securement materials are in good working condition. You also want to inspect any attachment points, such as floor rings or wall D-rings to see that they are bolted into place and capable of supporting the weight of your cargo.

Perform Regular Maintenance

Maintenance is a vital aspect of vehicle ownership, and you want to service your cargo trailer proactively and regularly to keep it in tip-top shape.

Inspect the exterior and interior of your trailer for signs of damage and fix any worn-out parts before hitting the road. Check the tires' inflation levels and lubricate wheel bearings for a smoother on-road experience. If you need more maintenance advice, ask Chattanooga Trailer & Rental.

Ready to hit the road with your cargo trailer? If you need more safety advice, contact Chattanooga Trailer & Rental. We proudly serve Chattanooga, TN, and Richmond, VA—so stop by today.