CMC Pre-Move Survey & Cube Estimation 3

Question 1

A customer has a large fish tank. What special consideration is required during the pre-move survey?

Accepted Answer

Note the water capacity and drain plan, as tanks must be emptied before transport

Answer

Aquariums must be emptied before moving, so the surveyor must note the size, planned drain process, and handling requirements for the empty tank.

Question 2

What is the typical unit of measurement used to express shipment size in US domestic household moves?

Accepted Answer

Cubic feet

Answer

Cubic feet is the standard unit used in the US moving industry to measure the volume of household goods shipments.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a 'visual survey' versus a 'physical survey'?

Accepted Answer

A visual survey is done online; a physical survey is in-person

Answer

A visual survey is conducted in-person using the surveyor's trained eye to estimate cube, while a virtual/online survey is conducted remotely via video.

Question 4

What is the purpose of noting 'items not to be moved' (NTM) on a pre-move survey?

Accepted Answer

To ensure those items are excluded from the cube estimate and inventory

Answer

Marking items as NTM ensures they are not counted in the cube estimate, preventing overquoting and avoiding confusion on moving day.

Question 5

A customer plans to disassemble a large wardrobe before moving day. How should the surveyor handle this?

Accepted Answer

Estimate the wardrobe as assembled and note the disassembly plan

Answer

The surveyor should still record the wardrobe's estimated cube and note the customer's plan to disassemble it so it can be adjusted if needed on move day.

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CMC Pre-Move Survey & Cube Estimation 3