DVSA updates guidance on securing pallet loads on goods vehicles

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency updated its guidance on securing loads on HGVs and goods vehicles on 24 September 2026. Its pallet-specific section says the load must first be secured to the pallet to form a single unit; securing only the pallet to the vehicle is not enough. Loads may be secured to the pallet with shrink wrap, banding or strapping. Operators should inspect pallets for damage or weakness before loading, prevent gaps that could allow movement, and ensure stacked pallet loads are stable. The guidance also covers securing empty pallets and pump trucks carried on vehicles. Check the full source for the applicable advice and requirements.