Chill Vlog: Securement  

100% retired flatbedder approved! Meaning, I wouldn't be scared shitless passing you. And I would be passing, because (no offense) your guys trucks were/are kind of slow. I know TMC have their way, being that flat is all they do, and they do teach the correct way. There is no such thing as undersecurement! I got taught stick lumber, and had to learn the rest from "the old fellas", who taught me right. I ran flat in my 40's but when I hit 50, I went to the box, because I was kind of scared of falling and breaking a hip. Oh I did love it though! Even though I was a girl, when they saw I was squared away, it was all cool. The comradery is like no other part of trucking, too. It's not altruistic, the faster you get the guy ahead of you rolled up, the faster you get out and the line moving. I'll be riding along with you as long as you stay on YT! Pro tip: If you're around any dry van guys that haul roll paper, ask if they have any rubber mats left that they throw down to prevent sliding. They are the bomb for strap and chain protection and anti skid for the deck, and don't take up too much room in the side box (which, if you're squared away, is chock-full of various load protective items! Be safe, Brother!

Very helpful thank you, im joining tmc January 15 of next year, i need all the help i can get

Thanks for the cosign on my securement technique. 😅 The company trucks are relatively slow. We used to be maxed at 62 mph but fortunately they governed the fleet at 65 now so now we're not holding up traffic as bad anymore. 😂 I agree with you that there is some comradery amongst flatbeders. Guys will help you fold your tarps or give you securement tips even if you're with different companies. It's a great thing. I'll keep an eye out for those rubber mats too. I appreciate you watching my content and am glad that you enjoy it. There will be plenty more to come in the future.

A good start to the securement. Do you throw a padding tarp before the 4 inch straps over the top or after? Also, I'm pretty sure the one commentor was talking about coil mats. TMC gives line haul drivers 10 coil mats as part of the basic set up. Those Worthington plants usually have some extra stuff lying around for stuff like that too.

Bro I lasted a week with TMC, this flatbed shit ain't no joke 😂

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How's it going? Are you concerned about all the regulations coming about soon, as many people are talking about in their videos? I'm very interested in flatbedding with TMC, but kind of leery after hearing a lot of negativity. I think I'd have no problem securing and tarping. I prefer physical work which is why I'd prefer flatbedding instead of just backing into docks. That would be quite boring. Always look forward to your videos. Thanks