Transportation
Dock to Dock: Pallet placement and good arrival
The Problem Excessive bruising at destination. The Key Point Loading pallets over the rear axles is not considered abnormal transportation....
Dock to Dock: Controlling temperatures in transit
The Problem Warm weather blamed for warm temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...
Dock to Dock: Wrongful rejections
The Problem Load wrongfully rejected to the truck. The Key Point Protect the commercial value of the product, even after...
Dock to Dock: Shortage claims
The Problem Alleged shortage at arrival. The Key Point Drivers must have an opportunity to validate shortage claims. The Solution...
Dock-to-Dock: Who pays detention fees?
The Problem Dispute over responsibility for detention fees. The Key Point A carrier’s detention fees are chargeable to the party...
Who is responsible for a load at destination?
The Problem Parties cannot agree on responsibility for load at destination. The Key Point Mitigate damages now; assess responsibility...
Liability and cargo claims
The Problem Carrier’s insurer denied a claim. The Key Point A carrier’s liability for damaged cargo is not limited by...
Don’t get burned by field heat this summer
The Problem: Warm product allegedly loaded at shipping point. The Key Point: Carriers should not drive away with loads that cannot be...
When to call for a government inspection
Q: We are a produce receiver on the West Coast and are reviewing our practices for receiving trouble loads. Can...
What to consider in a transit temp dispute
The Problem Disputes related to transit temperatures. The Key Point Destination pulp temperatures are not the best evidence of temperatures...
PBH slams fear-inducing Dirty Dozen
From Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, President and CEO Produce for Better Health Foundation BB #:157162 It’s that time again....
Warm weather and transit temps
The Problem Warm weather blamed for high temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...
Shortage claims must allow for validation
The Problem Alleged shortage as to count. The Key Point Drivers must have an opportunity to validate shortage claims. The...
Wrongfully rejected loads
The Problem Determining whether a carrier failed to maintain transit temperatures within an acceptable range. The Key Point Blue Book’s...
Warm weather transit temps – how to handle a hot trip
The Problem Warm weather blamed for warm temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...
Who is responsible when produce is frozen in transport?
The Problem: Carrier denies full responsibility despite evidence product was frozen in transit. The Key Point: If the carrier can conclusively show the...
Hot reefer download
The Problem: Return air temperature readings show warm temperatures. The Key Point: Return air temperatures are a better reflection of...
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