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Loading the truck

  1. Clean out the front and back of the truck fold the blankets and organize the straps.
  2. Look at the materials that need to be loaded and try to determine the best way to fit everything in, if you’re not sure ask Dan.
  3. It is usually best to load things against the wall so they can be strapped in however that is not always the case.
Braking Force

Typically loads will shift from back to front this is because braking force is strongest keep this in mind when loading.

  1. Try to keep finished faces together with blankets between them. You can not use too many blankets. If you are running short of blankets or straps, ask for more to be ordered.

  2. As cabinets, parts and hardware are loaded check them off the delivery list.

  3. Load the required equipment for the job. Tools that should be delivered with the cabinets:

    1. A Clean Vacuum with hose, extension tube and floor attachment with a brush and proper attchemnt to connect the vacuum to the table saw and the Chop saw. Follow the Vacuum SOP
    2. Table saw with a stand or workmate.
    3. Chop saw with a stand.
    4. Air Compressor
    5. Extension Cord Fresh screw box, make sure it has the screws as per the list.

  4. Contact the installer and ask if there is anything else they need before they leave.

  5. Once the cabinets are loaded ensure that everything is secure and ask Dan to double check that its ready to go and that there are no last minute items that need to go on the truck

  6. Before you leave walk around the truck make sure all lights are working, the tires are inflated, there is enough gas and that the truck maintenance schedule has been followed.

  7. Drive safely to job site