Originally Posted by Trident 3B

The points above are all valid BUT, back in the day when we had real dispatchers ( or red caps as they were called) if cargo bins/pallets were incorrectly weighed, would not fit in the designated loading position ( often because the base was distorted), did not turn up etc the red cap would adjust the load plan on the spot, re-check that the a/c was within trim and weight limits and inform the head loader of the new loading position(s) as required. We were also fully dangerous goods trained and licensed so were able to re-adjust the load as required for seperation and compliance with both company and ICAO regulations and if the a/c was out of limits it would not leave the stand until it was. Dispensing with the one person on the ground who has the knowledge and experience to make a decision on the spot may be great news for the bean counters which is why the decision was taken but it does not do anything for enhancing safety. You don't just load an a/c willy nilly if something is missing or incorrectly weighed then hope for the best which is the implication from the above. If you do it right in first place you do not need to RTS.