Packaging: Good Fit: Do not have merchandise overhang the pallet. Stack your boxes as symmetrically as possible. Arrange heavier and/or larger boxes at the bottom, if they are of different sizes and weights. Band and shrink wrap the merchandise to the pallet so as to make one compact unit. Know your product, do not over stack. Pallet: Make sure you use a stable pallet and that it does not have nails or splintered wood sticking out to avoid punctures, abrasions or injuries. Newer pallets and certain plastic pallets are a wise investment, considering the alternative of having your pallet fall apart during transportation. Shock and vibration: are both a part of freight handling. These occur on the truck and at the hub or warehouse. Proper cushioning and protection should be a part of your freight prep. Money Saver: These practices will save you money in the long run. Also, keep in mind that the minimum width for a pallet jack entry should be no less than 28" and the height of the pallet jack entry a minimum of 3 1/2 inches. Note that the banding should always be done in a way that it will not be exposed to the forklift or pallet jack entry points.