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Ratchet Straps Wear

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Slay, Jan 22, 2015.

  1. Jan 22, 2015 #1
    Slay

    Slay Light Load Member

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    How do you judge the wear on a strap? The first time you use one it is marked. When does the DOT say the strap is a danger? Is there a photo gallery some were that shows good vs. worn out ones?
     
    Slay, Jan 22, 2015
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  3. Jan 22, 2015 #2
    Rooster1291979

    Rooster1291979 Road Train Member

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    Is it cut or fraying?
     
    Rooster1291979, Jan 22, 2015
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  4. Jan 22, 2015 #3
    heavyhaulerss

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    it depends on the d.o.t. officer. some signs are obvious. like a ripped area, shredding. fraying, sewing coming loose, e.t.c. remember any EXTRA securement, even though EXTRA, if any defect you will be in violation. so if you have any defective straps, do not think you can use as an extra level of safety. d.o.t. does not look at you being safety conscious. they look at you as a ticket & fine!
     
    heavyhaulerss, Jan 22, 2015
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    MJ1657 Thanks this.
  5. Jan 23, 2015 #4
    damutt

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    yep heavy is right. if it is cut/frayed you mihgt as well NOT have it on the load
     
    damutt, Jan 23, 2015
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  7. Jan 23, 2015 #5
    flatpete77

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    I'm constantly replacing straps, never use a cut, frayed, or even if mfg tag is missing.
     
    flatpete77, Jan 23, 2015
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