Correct as at 29th April 2024. It may be superseded at any time.
Extract taken from: Vehicle Inspection Portal > VIRMs > In-service certification (WoF and CoF) > Heavy PSVs > Load restraints
14 Load restraints
14-6 PSV baggage and freight restraints
Reasons for rejection
Condition and performance
1. Baggage and freight cannot be safely secured or contained to protect occupants, pedestrians and other road users from its possible movement, for example, a compartment, barrier or securing device is unlikely to be strong enough to hold likely cargo during vigorous maneuvering of the vehicle.
Summary of legislation
Applicable legislation
Condition and performance
1. A PSV and its fittings must be designed, constructed and maintained so that baggage and freight can be safely secured or contained to protect occupants, pedestrians and other road users from its possible movement.
Page amended 1 October 2012 (see amendment details).