What do you have to ensure when taking receipt of a load, if it is expected that transporting this load will create a risk?

When you receive a load that could pose a risk during transport, German traffic rules emphasize your responsibility to ensure safety right from the start. If you realize that transporting the load safely is not possible—meaning you cannot prevent any hazards—you must refuse to accept the load. This rule exists to protect you and other road users from dangers caused by unstable or unsafe cargo. Simply adjusting driving speed or conditionally accepting the load is not enough; the key point is to reject the load if you cannot guarantee safe transport. This helps prevent accidents and ensures compliance with safety regulations.