When inspecting the header board, make sure it is

A front-end header board is located at the front part of a trailer. The header board prevents cargo from moving forward (and possibly injuring you) in the event of a crash or sudden stop. Check to make sure that the header board is secure, upright, undamaged (no dents, no corrosion, no missing rivets, etc.), and strong enough to prevent the cargo from moving forward past it.