The present invention is directed to a load restraining system and method for securing cargo within a transport container, which is subject to shifting forces. A system includes first and second load restraining strips that cab be self-adhered onto interior wall surfaces of a transport container and extend across cargo within the container. The first load restraining strip has a first adhesive element, which can engage an interior wall surface, and a second adhesive element on a second side, which can engage a surface of cargo to be restrained. A second load restraining strip has a third adhesive element on a first side, which engage an interior wall surface of the container. A fourth adhesive element connected to one of the load restraining strips is operable to secure the two load restraining strips together. A method for securing cargo within a transport container includes providing first and second load restraining strips having adhesive elements, attaching each load restraining strip to internal wall surfaces of a transport container, wrapping the free ends of the load restraining strips around cargo to be restrained, and mutually securing the load restraining strips across cargo.