CMC Special & High-Value Item Handling

Question 1

Under FMCSA regulations, a household goods item is classified as an 'article of extraordinary value' when its declared value exceeds what threshold?

Accepted Answer

$100 per pound

Answer

FMCSA regulations classify items worth more than $100 per pound as articles of extraordinary value, requiring special inventory documentation on a separate high-value inventory form.

Question 2

Which of the following items most commonly requires a custom crate rather than standard blanket-wrap protection during a long-distance move?

Accepted Answer

Flat-panel OLED television

Answer

Flat-panel OLED and plasma televisions are extremely fragile and susceptible to pressure and vibration damage, requiring custom-built crates or manufacturer-approved packaging for safe transport.

Question 3

When moving a grand piano, what is the primary structural concern a CMC must address when planning the move?

Accepted Answer

Weight distribution and leg support during transit

Answer

Grand piano legs must be removed and the piano placed on a piano board on its side, with weight properly distributed to prevent structural damage and ensure safe transport.

Question 4

What specialized equipment is typically required when moving a freestanding safe weighing over 500 lbs?

Accepted Answer

Heavy-duty safe dolly or roll-out system

Answer

Safes over 500 lbs require heavy-duty safe dollies or roll-out systems specifically designed for extreme weight without damaging flooring or creating crew injury risk.

Question 5

Before moving antique furniture valued at several thousand dollars, what should a CMC advise the customer to do first?

Accepted Answer

Obtain an independent appraisal and document the pre-move condition

Answer

Obtaining an independent appraisal and documenting pre-move condition with photographs protects both the customer and the carrier if a damage claim is filed after the move.

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CMC Special & High-Value Item Handling