How to Safely Load Bales in a Trailer

At International Paper, our top priority is that everyone in our supply chain is safe.                     

Cardboard alone may not weigh a lot, but when baled, it can weigh up to 2,000 pounds. That’s as heavy as a compact car. If not loaded into a trailer properly, the bales are prone to shifting and falling and can cause serious injuries or even death              

In this step-by-step video guide, we'll showcase the best practices to ensure the safe loading and proper stacking of bales at the door of the trailer.

Acceptable Loading Patterns for Final Row