You want to secure your load by lashing it down. What should you bear in mind?

You answered correctly. When securing a load by lashing, you need to regularly check the tension of the lashing equipment because the load or lashings can shift or loosen during transport. Also, only dimensionally stable loads—those that hold their shape and don’t deform—can be properly secured by lashing them down. This is because unstable or soft loads might shift or compress, reducing the effectiveness of the lashings. Choosing the smallest possible lashing angle, however, is incorrect; larger angles are better for securing loads. Remember: always check lashing tension and only lash dimensionally stable goods.