My first long load.

Variithms, I too only see 5 straps. Supposed to have one every 10' at MOST, per DOT; I like 'em at 5'-6'. Here's a link: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/fmcsrruletext.aspx?reg=393.110


I see there is a 2" x 10" ? (probably) nailed to the tops of the trusses, to hold them together so they won't flop over. Good. I'd like 2 chains total on the top spans, in a 'wrap' about 1/3 way from each end boomed. The thing looks top-heavy and I don't know if I'd trust nails thru those boards to hold it together.
Are you having any trouble with perhaps the last 2 straps slipping off and getting loose? If so, it is because the 'pull' isn't 90 deg. to the load. I'd set my winch /strap 90 degrees to the wood itself, which would put that 2nd from end-yellow one about under that vertical board. You really don't have enough straps on it tho; maybe you weren't finished yet when you took the picture.
I hope you appreciate my comments, from a Safety standpoint. Just doing what I can to keep it Safe out there. I'm sure you agree.

I'd be scared to roll thru a Weigh Station lookin' like that, without expecting a ticket. Come back and tell me those top planks are screwed down, not nailed, and you get a Gold Star. Without a 'wraparound' chains on the Top of that mess and at least 2 more straps, I 'don't like it'.

 

Right you are. Must be Gov employee.