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01. Starting Your Day
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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Skill Requirements
Process Steps
Loading the Van (Cart Method)
Loading the Van (Hand Method)
Loading Drawers, Glass, Specialty Items
Loading Accessories
Related Training Materials
Next Steps
Certification
Tips from the Field
Terms & Definitions
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Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based, Virtuoso, Wall Bed, Paxton, Martha Stewart
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Loading the Van (Cart/Sled Method)The individual responsible for operating the forklift will load the job cart/sled into the van.
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Loading the Van (Hand Method)Use the last-in, first-out methodology.
Load items from left-to-right across the floor of the van.
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Loading Drawers, Glass, Specialty ItemsLoad drawer boxes.
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Drawers in a Job Cart/Sled | Create a flat surface by laying similar size material together. Lay a blanket on top of the cart/sled and lay the drawers flat on top of the blanket. | Drawers Hand-Loaded | Create a flat area in the van and place a blanket down. Load the drawer boxes flat in the area. |
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If the installation is a multi-day install, bring drawer boxes separately on Day 2+, as needed.
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Loading Accessories, Hardware, ToolsDouble check accessories and make sure you have the correct amount and type of each accessory.
Load accessories in a box or location where they will not be lost or damaged during transport.
Keep accessories separated by space.
Load hardware box and tools.
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Ensure you have a touch-up kit in the van. Ensure you have enough runners and blankets. 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. If you have allowed for any tools to be borrowed, ensure you have received them back, or return any tools you may have borrowed. Perform a final check to ensure you have all tools and hardware needed for the day.
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Perform the introductory call to the customer to advise you are on the way and your estimated time of arrival.
Prepare to leave for the installation. If multiple vans are going to the jobsite, coordinate any stops along the way, parking upon arrival, etc.
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Arrival Expectations
Van Stocking
CC360: A Day in the Life of a Jr. Apprentice
PPE Matrix
Product Feedback Form
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Next Steps: Arrival at the Jobsite...
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Certification Steps: Loading the van (Cart/Sled Method): The cart/sled has been located in the shop/warehouse. The cart/sled has been reviewed to ensure all key components are included (partitions, shelves, drawers/doors, countertops, accessories, hardware) If applicable: Missing parts were identified and communicated for replacement. All parts and hardware for the job are loaded and secured in the van.
Loading the van (Hand Method): The job components have been located in the shop/warehouse. The job components have been reviewed to ensure all key components are included (partitions, shelves, drawers/doors, countertops, accessories, hardware) If applicable: Missing parts were identified and communicated for replacement. All parts and hardware for the job are loaded and secured in the van.
Loading Drawers/Glass: All drawers or specialty items have been located in the shop/warehouse. All drawers or specialty items have been loaded in the van with protection. All drawers or specialty items have been secured in the van for transport.
Loading Accessories: All accessories have been located and are accounted for according to the BOM. All accessories have been organized separate from TFL or specialty materials. All accessories have been loaded and secured in the van.
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Tips from the FieldTips submitted by fellow installers and leaders in the field. These optional tips are intended to make this process simpler.| Panel |
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