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103 355-BQD-01-IAAP © 2024, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) | 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | WSPS.CA Landscape Ontario – Workplace Safety Tailgate Talks Refer to the Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration program for more information. LOAD CALCULATION ITEM SAMPLE WEIGHT YOUR CREW Truck = 4,500 lb Trailer = 950 lb Equipment 2 x 21" mowers = 300 lb 1 x 20 HP rider = 1,200 lb 2 x shovels = 15 lb 4 x rakes = 20 lb 2 x trimmers = 20 lb 1 x edger = 70 lb 1 x wheelbarrow = 50 lb People (3 @ 200 lb) = 600 lb Plants (12 @ 15 lb) = 180 lb TOTAL LOAD WEIGHT = 7,905 lb ACTION! How heavy is your crew collectively? The first step is to list all of the items that make up your load, including: your truck, trailer, people, equipment, plants and materials. Assign an appropriate weight to each item and add up the total weight. Compare the weight to the 4,500 kg (9,900 lb) limit.