Pipe Load Securement

Pipes have specific securement rules under § 393.122. The cylindrical shape requires special attention to prevent rolling.

Pipe configuration

• Single-layer pipes — sit directly on trailer deck
• Multi-layer pipes — stacked with dunnage between layers
• End-to-end — long pipes laid lengthwise
• Side-by-side — pipes laid across the trailer (less common)

Securement requirements

• Each pipe (or group) tied down with chains
• Tiedowns rated to prevent forward, lateral, vertical movement
• Roll-prevention dunnage on the sides
• Multi-layer dunnage between pipes

Roll prevention

• Side stakes or rolls (specialty trailers)
• Wedges or chocks at pipe sides
• Webbing or chain crossing the top
• Multi-point anchoring

Tiedown count

• 1 tiedown for short pipe (under 5 ft)
• 2 tiedowns for 5-10 ft
• Additional for longer pipes

Driver inspection

• Pre-trip: verify pipe spacing + tiedowns
• Mid-trip: stop + verify no roll
• Post-trip: confirm delivery

Common violations

• Pipe rolls during transit (lateral shift)
• Tiedowns too short
• Dunnage inadequate
• Side blocks missing
• Cross-tying inadequate for length

Specialty trailers

• Pipe haulers with integrated roll prevention
• Multi-axle for heavy pipe loads
• Tilt deck for easier loading
• Adjustable side stakes

Compass cargo securement

• Pipe load compliance scoring
• Roll prevention checklist
• WLL calculator for pipe + chain configurations

CFR citations

• 49 CFR § 393.122

How Compass surfaces this

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