Unsecured loads can cause unsightly roadside litter. Additionally, rubbish falling off trucks, trailers and utes can create dangerous projectiles and are a risk to motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
This type of littering causes road closures, disruptions, costs thousands of dollars in damages to vehicles and property and is a major contributor to serious crashes.
Under the Litter Act 1979, littering of sand, soil and debris, which comes off a vehicle because it is not properly secured is illegal and can lead to a $200 on the spot fine.
This fact sheet talks about what you can do to make your load safe in your ute or trailer.
