Uncovered/Unsecured Load Examples

Please see photos below to help you determine if you will be subject to an uncovered/unsecured load fee.

If your load is secured similar to the examples below, you WILL NOT be charged for an uncovered/unsecured load fee.

secured properly with net, does not appear items will dislodge during transport all cans are secured with net, does not appear items will dislodge during transport

covered with tarp, secured well with rope all items secured well with rope, items do not appear as if they will dislodge during transport

brush has been secured correctly with netting, items do not appear as if they will dislodge during transport covered with tarp, secured well with netting, items do not appear to have the ability to come loose during transport

If your load looks more like these examples, you WILL BE charged an uncovered/unsecured load fee.

uncovered, loose items overloaded, items falling from vehicle

uncovered, overloaded, loose items overloaded, straps appear unsecure, possibility of items dislodging in transit

overloaded, unsecure, items dragging on road overloaded, unsecure, possibility of items dislodging from vehicle

no tarp or visible tie downs, items loosely loaded, possibility of items dislodging during transport overloaded, unsecure, items appear as if they may dislodge during transport

vehicle overloaded, items dragging ground, no tarp, no visible tie down, possibility of items dislodging during transport

Driving with an uncovered/unsecured load is against Florida State Law. Click HERE for more information!

To avoid penalty by incurring a $20-$40 fee (depending on county of residence) please ensure your items will not go anywhere while on your way to the landfill for disposal.