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This page will explain the best practices for loading a van using both the cart and hand method. It will also explain loading cabinets, drawers, specialty items, hardware, and accessories. By following these steps, all materials are expected to be organized and secured in the van, ready to be transported safely.

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1. The individual responsible for operating the forklift will load the job cart/sled into the van.

Example of Job Cart/Sled

1. Use the last-in, first-out methodology.

2. Load items from left-to-right across the floor of the van.

   1. Load partitions and long items on the left, and continue with shorter items to the right.

Left-to-right loading in van

3. If stacking items is necessary, lay a blanket or protective material down before stacking each row.

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Drawer Box Loading Definitions

Drawer Boxes loaded in a job cart/sled

Drawer Boxes hand-loaded

2. Secure materials, preferably using ratchet straps.  Ensure they are not moving or rubbing together during transit. Use a staging blanket or runner to protect the material from rubbing against the ratchet strap.

3. Load glass materials.

   1. Assess the vehicle and ensure there is enough room for safe transport.

   2. If there is not, a second vehicle may be needed.

   3. Place glass between TFL parts from the job.  This can be in the job cart/sled, or directly in the van.  This will help protect the glass from breaking.

      1. If the glass is a larger size (ie. Countertop or panel), consider a second vehicle or ensure it is loaded in a location where it can not fall or have anything fall against it.

   4. Secure the glass and ensure it will not move or have anything fall against it.

Glass placed between TFL parts

1. Double check accessories and make sure you have the correct amount and type of each accessory.

2. Load accessories in a box or location where they will not be lost or damaged during transport.

3. Keep accessories separated by space.

4. Load hardware box and tools.

   1. Ensure you have a touch-up kit in the van.

   2. Ensure you have enough runners and blankets.

   3. Check your stock of screws in your tool box. Refill any screws you are low on, and ensure you have enough hardware for the upcoming installation.

   4. If you have allowed for any tools to be borrowed, ensure you have received them back, or return any tools you may have borrowed.

   5. Perform a final check to ensure you have all tools and hardware needed for the day.

5. Perform the introductory call to the customer to advise you are on the way and your estimated time of arrival.

6. Prepare to leave for the installation.  If multiple vans are going to the jobsite, coordinate any stops along the way, parking upon arrival, etc.

Hardware box and tools loaded

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