- Unlashing operations must be thoroughly supervised at all times.
- Only units to be discharged or shifted must be unlashed.
- The lashing material should be unlashed from the vehicles and dropped straight down on to the deck, then be removed before vehicles moves out of stow. On flush decks, lashings should be swept to the designated areas with a "protected" broom, if possible.
- Extra care should be taken to make sure that no hidden securing devices are forgotten before moving unit.
- Removal of the lashings should be in a sequence that enables those units in the front of the next lane of units to be taken away and placed in designated areas.
- Carrying lashings between units in stow should be avoided.
- Care should be taken to ensure that each unit is adequately unsecured and that no wedges are left under the wheels before a driver is allowed to enter the vehicle.