APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR SECURING CARGO

摘要

A retractable securement apparatus and system for securing cargo to a support structure to prevent undesired relative movement between the cargo and the suppo rt. The apparatus comprises a strap contained in an elongate tubular member that is a co mponent of one or both of the cargo or the support structure. One way strap stops fix en ds of the strap relative to the tubular member yet allow the strap to be extended from a n ormally retracted position to an extended position in which has hook members on one or b oth ends of the straps secure the cargo to the support. The apparatus is particularl y suited for securing ladders, hand trucks and wheelbarrows and the like to pick up truck rac ks or racks for standard automobiles.